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Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour, Chicago

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Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour Highlights

Embark on a 2-hour walking tour of Chicago's treasures of the Golden Age across Michigan Avenue and State Street
Witness the intricate details and architectural marvels across the interiors & exteriors of the historic buildings
Get accompanied by an expert guide, who is certified by the Chicago Architecture Center during the tour
Understand the historical significance of the iconic landmarks and learn how the city became a cultural metropolis after the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893

Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour Overview

Meeting Location: Chicago Architecture Center, 111 East Wacker Drive, Chicago IL 60601

Activity Starting Timings: 10:30 AM, 3:00 PM

Activity Duration: 2 Hours (Approx.)

About Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour, Chicago:

Travel back to Chicago's Golden Age as you go on this walking tour of the city's historical landmarks. A certified guide will be there to take you around the hotspots while telling you all about the city's history and the cultural significance of the attractions. Bring your fellow admirers of historic tours and get the best experience on this walking tour.

About the Activity:

Arrive at the activity location at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time and be prepared for a historic tour of Chicago.
Meet your Chicago Architecture Center-certified guide and begin your tour of Chicago's significant historic landmarks along Chicago's Loop.
Your guide will take you around cultural buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Witness the revival styles in the architecture, including the Beaux Arts, neo-Georgian and neo-Gothic designs.
Catch glimpses of the interiors of some of the city's renowned buildings and be amazed by the exclusive designs showcased across the interiors and exteriors of these historic buildings.
Some of the unmissable buildings restored from the 1920s that you will get to visit are Chicago Cultural Center, Marshall Field's department store, Palmer House, and more.

How to Reach?

By Car: The meeting location is at a distance of 1.6 km from Chicago City Centre. You can reach the destination within 5 minutes by car.
By Bus: The nearest bus stop to the meeting location is Michigan & E. Wacker at a distance of 110 meters.
By Metro: The nearest metro station to the meeting location is State/Lake, Chicago at a distance of 550 meters.

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Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour, Chicago

2 Hours

USD 35.73

USD 35.27

Per Adult

Discover the architectural landmarks from the 19th and 20th centuries around Chicago's famous Loop along with a professional guide by your side.

Note:

Adults and children are charged the same price.

Price Includes

Ticket
- Admission to the Chicago Architecture Center Exhibits
- 2-hour walking tour
Guide
- A Chicago Architecture Center-certified guide will accompany you during the tour.

More Details about Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour

Know Before You Go for Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour

Adults and children are charged the same price.
ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of arrival.
All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival.
Participants are not allowed to bring their pets or carry any sharp object, lighter, luggage bag, alcohol, knife, etc.
This tour is unable to provide secure storage for luggage or strollers.
Unfortunately there are no refunds due to the weather and tours depart rain or shine.
Pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Accessibility Options for Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour

Wheelchair Accessible

Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour Map

Starting Point

Chicago Architecture Center

111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

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Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour Policies

The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 1 business hours of successful booking.

In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.

Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

If cancellation are made 1 days before the date of travel then 0.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
If cancellation are made 0 days to 1 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees

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