Chicago Walking Tour: Legacy of the Prohibition Era
Tour the streets of Chicago to see the beauty and legacy left behind by the Prohibition Era. See the amazing architecture, iconic sights (both old and new), the city's best spots and try a local sweet treat along the way as you explore on foot.
About this activity
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
- Experiences happen rain, shine, or snow. Please dress accordingly.
- Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers about 4.8 km (3 miles) of walking.
- We can accommodate vegetarian options but cannot accommodate other food allergies or dietary preferences. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests.
Includes
- Enjoy stunning river views
- Join Friendly Local English-speaking guide
- Stroll through the beautiful parks
- Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- Discover Chicagos’ incredible architecture both old and new
- Taste local tradition: Chicago-style popcorn
- Pass by where Chicago Theatre where musical Chicago was filmed
- Additional Food & Drink
- Tips/gratuities for your guide
Special Instructions
Itinerary
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Estimated Time : 10 minutes
Chicago Theatre : We start our tour under the dazzling marquee of the Chicago Theater (you might recognize from dozens of movies and TV shows) before heading off into the bustling city
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 20 minutes
Chicago Pedway : Weather permitting, we'll head towards the Chicago Pedway. This unique feature of Chicago is used by locals and commuters daily to move about the city in a network of underground tunnels — especially necessary during the Midwest winters.
Free Admission
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We will pass by the City Hall-County Building, commonly known as City Hall. that houses the seats of government of the City of Chicago and Cook County.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 10 minutes
Chicago Picasso (The Picasso) : Next, we will stop at the Chicago Picasso sculpture by Pablo Picasso in Daley Plaza . The 1967 installation of The Picasso, "precipitated an aesthetic shift in civic and urban planning, broadening the idea of public art beyond the commemorative."
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 20 minutes
Chicago River : You’ll enjoy feeling like a local as you zip past buildings and catch even more awesome views. If your guide takes you on a water taxi, you’ll be seeing the Chicago skyline from a totally different perspective, as well as sharing in the daily commute of local Chicagoans late for work.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 20 minutes
Chicago Riverwalk : An award-winning $108 million, 1.25-mile promenade along the south bank of the Chicago River downtown. Weather permitting, we’ll take a stroll along the Chicago Riverwalk while taking in views of several soaring buildings, including Marina Towers, the Britannica Building, and the Sears Tower (now known as the Willis Tower).
Free Admission
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Wrigley Building : We will pass by the Wrigley Building: 400 N Michigan Ave.
Free Admission
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Tribune Tower : We'll pass by Tribune Tower, a 463-foot-tall (141 m), 36-floor neo-Gothic skyscraper located at 435 North Michigan Avenue.
Free Admission
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The Magnificent Mile : We will stop at the Magnificent Mile - a premier commercial district in downtown. It was part of the 1909 Burnham Plan of Chicago, a visionary project to transform the city's urban landscape and it was built in the 1920s to replace an industrial and residential area. Here you can find many shops, restaurants, hotels, and attractions. It is located on North Michigan Avenue.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 15 minutes
Chicago Cultural Center : Step inside a Chicago Landmark building operated by Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs. The Cultural Center houses the city's official reception venue, where the Mayor of Chicago has welcomed presidents, royalty, diplomats, and community leaders
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 20 minutes
Next is picturesque Millennium Park, home to the iconic Bean sculpture. Here (or nearby), your guide will conclude your tour and point you in the right direction toward more amazing sights, great lunch spots, or a drink recommendation inside one of the most amazing spaces in the city.
Free Admission
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Estimated Time : 10 minutes
Millennium Park : We will end the tour at the Cloud Gate, a public sculpture by Indian-born British artist Anish Kapoor, that is the centerpiece of AT&T Plaza at Millennium Park in the Loop community area of Chicago.
Free Admission