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Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Riverfront

Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Riverfront

Overview

Tour the lobbies of five opulent Art Deco skyscrapers built near the banks of the Chicago River during the business boom of the Roaring '20s. Learn how Art Deco reflected the era’s fun-loving optimism with lavish materials and geometric ornament. Discover the origins of Art Deco while admiring buildings like the Carbide and Carbon Building (now Pendry Chicago), the Chicago Motor Club Building (now the Hampton Inn) and the colorful, but often overlooked, Trustees System Service Building (now the Century Tower)—all of which are designated Chicago landmarks. As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.

City: Chicago

Thu 18 Dec

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Starting at $35.00

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Thu 18 Dec

Starting at $35.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center

Narration by a professional and certified guide

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Access to building interiors featured on this tour may be subject to change without notice due to weekend and holiday schedules or unforeseen closures.
Pets are not allowed.

What To Expect

Chicago River

Discuss buildings built in the Art Deco style along the riverfront

Carbide and Carbon Building

View the Carbide and Carbon Building

Merchandise Mart

Visit Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise Plaza

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (49)

funtravelforever

Apr 2022

CAC is the best organization for tours in Chicago! They are so knowledgeable and interesting! The will make you fall in love with this beautiful city!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

So happy you enjoy our tours! We truly are passionate about showing off our beautiful city. Thank you for the five stars and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

M9195YIclaudiak

Apr 2022

Excellent walking tour from the Chicago Architecture Center to the Merchandise Mart. You will see beautiful Art Deco skyscraper lobbies and learn a lot about the buildings.

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Thank you for the great review! I'm so happy that you like the tour. We hope to see you again soon!

848alexeye

Apr 2022

Today we attended Art Deco Skyscrapers Riverfront tour. It was very interesting. Our guide Susan is very knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Thank you for the great review! I'm so happy you enjoyed the Art Deco Riverfront tour. We look forward to seeing you again soon!