Free tour
Free architecture and hidden local places walking tour in Chicago
4.74
Good (61 ratings) Guru: Franco
Registered on 08 August 2024
I am passionate with the architecture of Chicago. I have a very good knowledge of history and architecture of the building in Chicago. I have been living here for over 35 years. I am an engineer.
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
Tour description
This tour is about Chicago architecture and the hidden places that only locals know about. You will discover a new look of the city after a brief history of past events that made the city one of the most beautiful cities of the world. The tour will last between 2 o 3 hours depending on the pace of the group. The starting point will be in the front of Wrigley building as showing on the map below. From there we will cross the Michigan Ave bridge and enter the Pedway to find out what the city has hidden below the streets. We will come out by block 37 and from there we will start exploring the magnificent buildings in the loop area. The tour will finish by the beginning of the famous route 66.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
400-410 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
We will meet in front of Wrigley building at 400 N. Michigan Ave.
1
Outside visit
Wrigley Building
Over 100 years old building, being the first major office building north of the Chicago River. Chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr. hand selected the oddly shaped lot for the headquarters of the Wrigley Company.
2
Outside visit
DuSable Bridge
Next to the bridge you will find the sculpture titled The Defense dated 1928 by the artist Henry Hering. Parsian-influenced limestone-clad bridge towers at each corner are like giant gateposts representing Chicago's historical origins as people and traffic approached.
3
Outside visit
Carbide & Carbon Building
Champagne bottle shape official name Pendry Hotel was completed in 1929. Style art Deco. Carbide and Carbon Company developed the first dry cell battery, needed a regional headquarters to house its rapidly expanding business.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour Reviews
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Professionalism
4.80
Fun
4.49
Expression
4.53
Quality
4.68
Route
4.85
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum Attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour does not require payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
