Why choose this Chicago tour ?
Discover how a dirt road known as Pine Street transformed into a “Paris on the Prairie” and later into the Magnificent Mile, the city’s premier shopping district. Hear the secrets and stories behind the striking buildings on North Michigan Avenue that have become architectural icons.
Developed over the past 100 years, the street includes historically-inspired architecture in Parisian, Gothic, neoclassical and Art Deco styles sprinkled among Modern and 21st Century buildings. You’ll see skyscrapers, vertical malls, hotels, residential towers and some buildings that were designed to embody the brands sold inside.
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What makes Chicago Walking Tour: The Magnificent Mile a unique experience ?
Discuss the history of the Magnificent Mile and the history and architecture of notable buildings along it.
View the Michigan Avenue (DuSable) Bridge.
View the Starbucks Reserve Roastery.
View the Wrigley Building.
View the InterContinental Chicago
View the Burberry Store on Michigan Avenue.
View 875 N Michigan Avenue, formerly known as the John Hancock Center.
View the Women’s Athletic Club.
View the newly renovated Tribune Tower.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Access to building interiors featured on this tour may be subject to change without notice due to weekend and holiday schedules or unforeseen closures.
- Pets are not allowed.
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Chicago Walking Tour: The Magnificent Mile Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
- Walking tour of the Magnificent Mile
- Narration by a professional and certified guide
Not Included
- Food and drink
- Storage for luggage and strollers
- Coat check
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Chicago Architecture Center.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Chicago.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 31 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the departure time and present your ticket to the box office at the Chicago Architecture Center.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required to participate in this activity.
