Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise Aboard Chicago's First Lady
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Walking
Get a brief overview of more than a dozen buildings—as well as Chicago landmarks...
Chicago Architecture: A Walk Through Time
Walking
On this tour, you'll learn about the city's beginnings on the Chicago River, its...
Chicago Icons: Connecting Past and Present
Walking
This lively overview of Chicago architecture explores iconic buildings from the 1890s to present....
Chicago's First Skyscrapers
Walking
Chicago is home to some of the world’s earliest skyscrapers. Get an up-close look...
Frank Lloyd Wright in Oak Park
Walking
Oak Park is home to the world’s largest collection of buildings designed by Frank...
Elevated Architecture: Downtown "L" Train
Train
Explore Chicago’s amazing architecture from the unique perspective of elevated trains and station platforms....
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French Language (Langue Française): Les Incontournables
Cette visite vous propose un aperçu complet de l’architecture de Chicago, de ses bâtiments...
875 N. Michigan Ave (John Hancock Center)
Walking
Completed in 1970, 875 N. Michigan Ave (John Hancock Center) dominates the northern end...
Adapt and Renew: Schools By Bus
Bus
Discover the innovative ways former Chicago Public School buildings have been adapted and renewed to serve new roles in their communities.
Aqua, St. Regis Chicago and Lakeshore East
Walking
Take a short walk to see the Lakeshore East neighborhood, featuring two notable buildings...
Architectural Highlights by Bus
Bus
Discover the exciting diversity of Chicago architecture as we trace the city’s development from its founding through present day.
Architecture of the Magnificent Mile
Walking
Discover how a dirt road known as Pine Street transformed into a "Paris on...
Art Deco Skyscrapers: The Loop
Walking
Go inside the lobbies of Art Deco masterpieces built in the heart of Chicago’s...
Art Deco Skyscrapers: The Riverfront
Walking
Tour the lobbies of five opulent Art Deco skyscrapers built near the banks of...
Beverly (South): A Castle, Mansions and More
Walking
Tour one of Chicago’s most fascinating neighborhoods, Beverly. Explore two houses built just after...
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