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Step into the grit and glory of Michael Jordan’s 1990s Chicago Bulls dynasty. We trace the physical collision between global basketball myth and the reality of the Near West Side. From high school talent pipelines and pickup courts to working-class fan taverns, the vanished Chicago Stadium, and the redeveloped housing projects across Lake Street, this walk explores how an industrial city rebranded itself into an international sports capital—and what that transformation meant for the neighborhood living in the arena's shadow.
- A 3.9 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 139 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Pop Culture & Media Landscapes and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Chicago's main station, take local public transport toward Whitney M. Young Magnet High School. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to 211 S Laflin St, Chicago, IL 60607. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From 2106 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60612, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Chicago's main station. The departure point is 2106 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60612. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
Premier public magnet school exemplifying Chicago's fertile high school basketball ecosystem during the 1990s dynasty.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Historic public park whose outdoor asphalt courts served as democratic proving grounds for nineties streetball players.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Legendary sports tavern outpost embodying Chicago's blue-collar sports folklore and game-day ritual along Madison Street.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Historic greasy spoon diner operating since 1938, serving stadium shift workers, coaches, beat writers, and legendary stadium organists.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Site of the former Henry Horner Homes, confronting the stark divide between championship wealth and severe public housing disinvestment.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The monumental arena known as the House that Jordan Built, housing the celebrated bronze statue The Spirit.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Dedicated in 1996 in honor of Michael Jordan's murdered father, channeling dynasty resources directly into West Side youth support.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Neighborhood park asphalt courts where West Side youth have sustained Chicago's living, everyday basketball tradition.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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