Chicago Architecture, Skyscrapers and History Small-Group Tour
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4 hours


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English

Overview

Discover the architectural splendor of downtown Chicago—and learn all about the city’s early skyscrapers, urban planning, and modern history—on this small-group tour. Meet your guide in the morning on Michigan Avenue and set off by foot and by L train. You’ll see world-renowned landmarks like the Rookery Building, will visit the Chicago Cultural Center to admire the world’s largest Tiffany dome, will explore the Fine Arts Building, and much more.

Operated by

L Stop Tours

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Loop Tour with Tom

anthny01, Oct 2024

We really enjoyed the Loop Tour with Tom. Exploring Chicago’s beautiful buildings on foot in a small group was a great experience. We learned a lot and Tom’s extensive knowledge of Chicago’s history and architecture was so impressive. Would do this tour again!

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Response from Host, Oct 2024

Gglad to hear you enjoyed your tour with Tom!

Excellent historical/ architectural tour!

MarthaTres, Dec 2023

Tom was extremely knowledgeable about the city and the buildings and related history. He took us in some fascinating buildings and had loads of stories. I lived in Chicago for a number of years in the 70s and still discovered how much I didn't know! I would recommend it to anyone who wants to learns something about Chicago.

Stop, don's pass up this opportunity!!

LadyeA, Nov 2023

This was a tour that I set up for my husband, he loves architecture and I just went along. I am so glad I did, I learned so much from Tom. You could tell how much the history meant to him and he being able to share it with us. We went all over. We walked at a leisure pace with several bathroom breaks. I promise you will walk away from this tour smarter than we you started. They also have several other tours on their website Istoptours.com.

Thank you, Tom, for deepening our 5 day visit so very much.

J8835PGcynthiaw, Oct 2023

We are two architecture-fascinated folks from Oregon and NYC. Thanks to Tom's Skyscraper Tour (am) and Pedway Tour (pm), we have another home away from home. The morning was full of memorable sitings and explanations, never dull nor trudging. The Pedway tour surprised us for its urban usefulness and pop-to-beautiful-surfaces creativity. The following 4 days of our stay illuminated L Stop's excellent guidance: we were ever saying, "we saw [that building] yesterday...that's the building which Tom said [ ]...we're going [ ]; we can use the Pedway!" This is not the typical canned tour routine. Tom knows his city from the idiosyncratic details to the soaring structural beauties, and conveys his knowledge with personal attention to our interests. Enjoy!

Itinerary

  • Fine Arts Building

    Meet your guide in the lobby and tour this famous building, which still has manually operated elevators.

    30 minutes
  • Harold Washington Library Center

    Check out the library's hidden gems and exhibits.

    30 minutes
  • Monadnock Building

    Take a close-up look at what was once the largest office building in the world.

    15 minutes
  • Marquette Building

    Learn about this national landmark.

    15 minutes
  • Take a quick break and grab a snack at one of Chicago's first food halls. (Refreshments not included in tour price.)

    30 minutes
  • The Rookery Building

    Take a quick look at one of the most architecturally-significant buildings in the city.

    15 minutes
  • Board the L train for a quick trip to our final two destinations.

    15 minutes
    Admission Included
  • Macy's on State Street

    Visit this iconic department store and marvel at its amazing architecture.

    30 minutes
  • Chicago Cultural Center

    Wrap up the tour with a quick peek at the home of the world's largest Tiffany dome.

    30 minutes
Meeting Point Map

Location

Address

410 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

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Experience

Highlights

  • This small-group tour is capped at just ten people for a personal feel
  • Explore the Loop in the company of a lifelong Chicago resident
  • Discover the city’s well-known and tucked-away architectural highlights
  • Learn all about Chicago history as you go, including its first skyscrapers
  • Inclusions

    • Transit tickets
    • Local expert guide

    Exclusions

    • Gratuities
    • Food and beverages

    Additional Information

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Should be able to climb stairs as not all train stations are equipped with elevators

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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