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Walking Tour of Chicago Loop: Home of the Modern Skyscraper

Chicago, Illinois, USA

$60.00

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Overview

We start our tour at one of the most interesting buildings in the Loop — the Fine Arts Building. Built in 1884 as a showroom and office complex, the building was converted later into its present-day use.

Then we're off to the Harold Washington Chicago Public Library, the design of which was the winner of a competition to design a new library for the city. From there, we'll view three Chicago landmarks built in the late 1800s, then visit the beautiful Marquette Building, the Field Building (built on the site of the world's first modern skyscraper) and then see the amazing atrium lobby of the world-renowned Rookery Building.

Next, we're off to the beautifully-restored Quincy L stop (authentic 1897 design) to take the train to our last stops. We visit the iconic Macy's to see the beautiful Tiffany mosaic then we wrap up the tour at the Cultural Center to experience the world's largest Tiffany dome.

Make a day of it and book our Pedway or Historic Pubs tour for the afternoon!

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Walking Tour: Chicago Loop - Home of the Modern Skyscraper

Tour guide

Language: English

Human tour guide

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants.

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Meeting point

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Meet your guide in front of the building at 410 S Michigan Ave entrance.

Return details

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Wrap up the tour with a visit to the world's largest Tiffany dome.

Fine Arts Building

Meet your guide in the lobby and tour this famous building, which still has manually operated elevators.
Harold Washington Library Center

Check out the library's hidden gems and exhibits.
Monadnock Building

Take a close-up look at what was once the largest office building in the world.
Marquette Building

Learn about this national landmark.
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Take a quick break and grab a snack at one of Chicago's first food halls. (Refreshments not included in tour price.)
The Rookery Building

Take a quick look at one of the most architecturally-significant buildings in the city.
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Board the L train for a quick trip to our final two destinations.
Macy's on State Street

Visit this iconic department store and marvel at its amazing architecture.
Chicago Cultural Center

Wrap up the tour with a quick peek at the home of the world's largest Tiffany dome.

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Should be able to climb stairs as not all train stations are equipped with elevators

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If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
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