Chicago Trip Overview
Learn about the great architectural landmarks of Michigan Avenue and State Street. The 40 years between 1890 and 1930 saw the creation of some of Chicago’s the most memorable buildings, many of which are featured on this tour.
After the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893, Chicago was determined to become a great cultural and commercial metropolis. This tour is a testament to that era’s ambitions. See buildings by Daniel Burnham, Louis Sullivan, Holabird and Roche and other noted architects and hear the stories behind the city’s architectural gems.
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Chicago, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Chicago, Illinois, United States
Learn about the great architectural landmarks of Michigan Avenue and State Street. The 40 years between 1890 and 1930 saw the creation of some of Chicago’s the most memorable buildings, many of which are featured on this tour.
After the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893, Chicago was determined to become a great cultural and commercial metropolis. This tour is a testament to that era’s ambitions. See buildings by Daniel Burnham, Louis Sullivan, Holabird and Roche and other noted architects and hear the stories behind the city’s architectural gems.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Chicago Architecture Center; introductory remarks from the docent
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Wrigley Building, 410 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-4213
View the Wrigley Building
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby, 17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603-5608
View the exterior and interior of the Palmer House Hotel
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required to enter this location.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Carbide and Carbon Building, 230 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601-5906
View the Carbide and Carbon Building
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602-4801
View the exterior and interior of the Chicago Cultural Center
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Reliance Building, 1 W Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602-1603
View the Reliance Building.
Duration: 5 minutes
