Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Riverfront
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About the Activity
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.1 hour 30 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Narration by a professional and certified guide
Coat check
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Storage for luggage or strollers
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Chicago River
Chicago, United StatesDiscuss buildings built in the Art Deco style along the riverfront1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
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Carbide and Carbon Building
230 N Michigan Ave, , Chicago, United States, 60601-5906View the Carbide and Carbon Building10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Visit the former Chicago Motor Club Building, 66 E Wacker Place10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Merchandise Mart
222 Merchandise Mart Plz, Chicago, United States, 60654-1103Visit Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise Plaza10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Meet inside the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour departure time.View Location
End point
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End near Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise PlazaView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- 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.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
Tickets can be redeemed from location other than the starting pointPlease arrive 15 minutes prior to the departure time and present your ticket to the box office at the Chicago Architecture Center.Redemption LocationsCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Chicago time to receive 100% refund.
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