• 30 North LaSalle - Explore the 30 N La Salle St building, completed in 1975 on the site of the former Chicago Stock Exchange Building. Discover the history of this classic example of early skyscraper design, featuring a highly textured and open façade. After its demolition, some fragments were preserved and relocated to the Art Institute of Chicago, including a stenciled trading room and the main entrance arch.
• The Rookery Building - Step inside the masterpiece by Daniel Burnham and John Wellborn Root, completed in 1888, after admiring its lavish exterior. This building is the oldest standing high-rise in Chicago, marking a transition from old to new construction techniques. Experience the lobby, renovated by Frank Lloyd Wright and later by his former assistant William Drummond, who added Art Deco details and introduced new interior elements relevant to the era.
• 135 South LaSalle Street - Visit another Chicago Art Deco architectural landmark, the Field Building, also known as the La Salle National Bank Building. Completed in 1934, it features east and west façade entrances that rise the entire height of the four-story base, framed in black granite. It is notable for being the first office building in Chicago to be air-conditioned. Additionally, it was built on the site of the Home Insurance Building, the first tall building considered the world’s first skyscraper.
• 1 N La Salle St - Recall the Great Gatsby while admiring the landmark One North La Salle, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. For 35 years, since its completion in 1930, it was the tallest building in Chicago, reaching 160 m and 48 stories. It remains a stunning example of Art Deco skyscrapers, featuring a beautiful golden entrance and a tall, intricately decorated portal.
• Chicago Board of Trade Building - Experience the essence of the roaring 20s with the majestic 45-story Chicago Board of Trade Building, a pinnacle of Art Deco design. As one of the finest examples of this style in Chicago, it offers a striking contrast to the neighboring Neoclassical buildings. Follow your guide to capture all the ornamental details and uncover their significance, blending ancient and modern elements.
• Chicago Architecture Center - Complete your architectural journey with a visit to the Chicago Architecture Center, located at 111 E Wacker Dr. It is an ideal starting point to explore the Windy City’s stunning buildings and their heritage. Situated above the Chicago Riverwalk, it provides breathtaking views of the city. Inside, enjoy the impressive Skyscraper Gallery, making it a must-visit for every architecture enthusiast.

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• Explore the best of Downtown Chicago Art Deco architecture
• Small-group walking tour
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Embark on a walking tour that transports you right into the heart of the architectural renaissance of the spirited 1920s, allowing you to appreciate the magnificence of Art Deco skyscrapers.

Travel back in time as you marvel at one of the central hubs where this aesthetic first came to life. Engross yourself in the lifestyle of Chicago amid the two World Wars, when this distinctive design flourished and metamorphosed into opulent Mesoamerican visuals that you cannot help but be fascinated with. Be mesmerised by the assortment of ornamental details and geometric patterns that set Art-Deco apart from Neoclassicism.

Discover the tales that lie within the renowned Loop district of Chicago. Immerse into the 1920s aura as your dynamic local guide shares knowledge and insights. Survey history and take heed of the finer elements that would go unnoticed otherwise. Seize the opportunity to explore famous buildings and feast your eyes on the captivating Art Deco interiors.

• Access to building interiors featured on this tour may be subject to change, due to weekend and holiday schedules or unforeseen closures.

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