Why choose this Chicago tour ?
Embark on a captivating journey through the Loop’s architectural wonders with our Loop Architecture Tour in Chicago. Explore the iconic Chicago Board of Trade Building and the historic Rookery Building, steeped in timeless elegance. Marvel at the striking Calder sculpture in Federal Plaza, a highlight of the city’s public art scene. Admire the innovative design of the Marquette Building, a masterpiece of the Chicago School of Architecture. Step into the luxurious Palmer House, a landmark boasting historical significance. Discover the rich legacy of the Marshall Field and Company Building, a symbol of Chicago’s commercial prowess. Finally, delve into the cultural richness of the Chicago Cultural Center, showcasing the city’s artistic diversity. Join us on this unforgettable journey through Chicago’s architectural gems in the heart of the Loop.
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What makes Loop Architecture tour in Chicago a unique experience ?
The building is a popular sightseeing attraction and location for shooting movies, and its owners and management have won awards for their efforts to preserve the building and for office management. The building was listed as a Chicago Landmark in 1977 and a National Historic Landmark and National Register of Historic Places honoree in 1978.
The Rookery Building is a historic office building. After the Great Chicago Fire, a quickly constructed building was used as an interim city hall.
Public square is known for its massive Alexander Calder sculpture & seasonal farmer’s market. The piece was commissioned by the Government Services Administration and installed in 1974 to great fanfare, unveiled following a parade celebrating Calder’s work, with the artist sitting atop a circus wagon pulled by 40 horses.
The building was one of the early steel-frame skyscrapers of its day, and is considered one of the best examples of the Chicago School of architecture. The building features several distinct elements that have earned it honors as a Chicago Landmark, a National Historic Landmark, and a National Register Historic Place.
The Palmer House – A Hilton Hotel is a historic hotel in Chicago’s Loop area. The Palmer House was the city’s first hotel with elevators and the first hotel with electric light bulbs and telephones in the guest rooms.
Marshall Field established numerous important business “firsts” in this building and in a long series of previous elaborate decorative structures on this site for the last century and a half. It is regarded as one of the three most influential establishments in the nationwide development of the department store and in the commercial business economic history of the United States.
Cultural Center is one of the city’s most popular attractions and is considered one of the most comprehensive arts showcases in the United States. The Chicago Cultural Center underwent an extensive renovation in 2021 – 2022 with the goal of unearthing the original beauty of the building.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- This Tour is Provided by Opatrip.com USA.
- 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.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
