Chicago Walking Tour: Historic Treasures of Chicago
Overview
Architectural landmarks along Michigan Avenue and State Street showcase Chicago's rich history. This tour highlights memorable buildings created between 1890 and 1930, reflecting the city's ambitions after the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893.
- 🏛️ Learn about buildings designed by renowned architects such as Daniel Burnham, Louis Sullivan, Holabird and Roche.
- 📜 Hear captivating stories behind the architectural gems that define Chicago's skyline.
- 🗓️ The tour covers structures from a significant era in Chicago's development as a cultural and commercial hub.
- 💵 Ticket purchases support education efforts and community engagement projects through our certified nonprofit organization.
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- Walking tour of Chicago Architecture
- Narration by a professional and certified guide
- Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
- Coat check
- Storage for luggage or strollers
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off
Meeting point
Return details
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Chicago Architecture Center; introductory remarks from the docent
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Wrigley BuildingView the Wrigley Building
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Palmer House Hilton Historic LobbyView the exterior and interior of the Palmer House Hotel Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required to enter this location.
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Carbide and Carbon BuildingView the Carbide and Carbon Building
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Reliance BuildingView the Reliance Building.
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Chicago Cultural CenterView the exterior and interior of the Chicago Cultural Center