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Chicago City Tour: Elevated Architecture Tour with Train Ticket Included

111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
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Duration

2 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Chicago’s “L,” or elevated train, is an icon of public transportation and a major feature of the Loop neighborhood. On this interactive tour, you’ll learn about the railway’s history while experiencing it as a rider. Meet your guide in the morning and set off with just a small group for company. As you ride between stops, you’ll also view Chicago icons like the Willis Tower, and will learn about the city’s architectural history.

  • This small-group tour is capped at 10 to keep things personal
  • Learn all about the L’s history as you go for a ride (fare included)
  • Admire Chicago’s architectural highlights as you go
  • Admission to the Chicago Architecture Center is included in the cost

What To Expect

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Chicago Architecture Center

Begin the tour at the Chicago Architecture Center. Fare to ride the Chicago Elevated Rail system is included. Please request a “Ventra” card from the Chicago Architecture Box Office when checking in for the tour.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Washington/Wabash

Washington/Wabash “L” station

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

View Trump Tower.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Marshall Field and Company Building

View the Marshall Field Building

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Harold Washington Library Center

View the Harold Washington Library and State/Van Burnen Station

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

MCC Chicago, Federal Bureau of Prisons

View the Metropolitan Correction Center

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

343 S Dearborn St

View the Fisher Building.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

DePaul University – DePaul Center

View the DePaul Center.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

175 W Jackson Blvd

View the Insurance Exchange Building

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Clinton

Clinton St/Lake St “L” Station

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

567 W Lake St

View the Chicago Transit Authority’s (CTA) headquarters.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chicago Board Of Trade Building

View the Chicago Board of Trade Building

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

180 N Wabash Ave

View the LeMoyne Building

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Washington/Wabash

Washington/Wabash “L” Station

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chicago Architecture Center

Return to Chicago Architecture Center

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Only about 15 minutes of this two-hour tour is on a train, while most of the remaining tour takes place outdoors standing on the station platforms.
  • Pets are not allowed.
  • The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
  • Seating at stations and on the train is not guaranteed.
  • This tour is not ADA accessible. Stairs are required.
  • Not recommended for travelers with difficulty walking or standing.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Narration by a professional and certified guide.
  • Admission to the galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center.
  • Fare to ride the Chicago Elevated Rail system
  • Food or drink
  • Storage for luggage or strollers
  • Coat check

Durations

2 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
from 36 $

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