Chicago's Secret Interiors Architectural Walking Tour
4.9
80 Ratings
Chicago
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
What's Included
  • Expert Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • The Rookery is closed on Sundays
Additional Information

Embark on a unique journey with our Chicago architecture tour, where we unveil the city’s exterior marvels and its lesser-known, stunning interior wonders. Led by experts, you’ll explore hidden treasures such as intricate domes, dazzling mosaics, and exquisite craftsmanship seldom seen by the public eye.

Discover the ingenious solutions architects and engineers devised to overcome structural and lighting challenges, aiming to leave an indelible mark on the city’s skyline. As we navigate through the iconic edifices of Chicago’s Loop, immerse yourself in the rich narratives of magnates, miscreants, and stars who frequented these spaces in the Gilded Age and Roaring Twenties. Join us for an unparalleled architectural adventure.

Location
255 S Clinton St
South Clinton Street
Please meet your tour guide inside the Great Hall under the Clinton Street Sign.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Renedawson
May 9, 2024
Excellent, educational & entertaining! - Conor was very knowledgeable and willing to answer questions throughout the tour. It was very enjoyable and educational. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend!
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Callie_d
May 7, 2024
Great stops, great guide, would recommend for new or seasoned Chicagoans! - Conor was an absolute treat! My family and have have done a few history/architecture tours in Chicago, and this specific route of buildings allowed us to explore parts of Chicago we may never have learned about otherwise. Conor was extremely knowledgeable about small details specific to each building we visited, and you can tell he loved it which made us love it too! Would definitely recommend for new or seasoned Chicagoans.
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Passport34367780482
May 6, 2024
Hidden Architectural Gems - What a perfect tour! We loved the fact that none of these buildings were on our radar before; basically, we never would have known about them if it weren't for this tour. What we would have missed! Conor, our guide, was knowledgable, engaging, and friendly, and kept the tour moving while also giving us time to take photos and a break. We learned about Chicago history and architectural history, and saw some utterly stunning interiors. The group was small enough that it felt cohesive. Great info, great stories, great architecture, great guide, and great experience overall. Highly recommend!
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Havelah_t
May 5, 2024
So glad we chose this tour! - I knew we would love this tour the moment we met our guide, Ty, and heard how he talked of the history of wheat in Chicago. The buildings we went into were such a niche part of the city that I don’t believe we would have been allowed in if it weren’t for being on a tour. I highly recommend, even if you are not into architecture, the beautiful designs of these buildings attracts!
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World_travellers04
May 5, 2024
Great tour with Ty - I really enjoyed this tour today: our guide Ty was extremely knowledgeable and very nice, providing the guests with all types of info or curiosities
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Coastal730966
May 4, 2024
Go with The Best - Conor is the best1 For an informative.and highly entertaining tour of the architectural secrets and highlights of Chicago, he's the guy to go with. He tells the many stories of Chicago with real gusto.
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986barbarae
May 4, 2024
A great tour with Ty - Our guide Ty was an absolute delight. He texted the morning of our tour to be sure we knew the meeting place. That was so helpful because despite leaving our hotel 40 minutes before the start time, traffic was awful and we could not get an Uber to pick us up. I was able to communicate with Ty and he assured me that it would be fine. We arrived a tad late but he made no big deal of it even though 10 others were in our group. The tour itself was fabulous. Ty is knowledgeable, funny and enthusiastic. He welcomed questions and comments. The buildings we saw were very interesting. For the price, this is a “must do” activity in Chicago. Kudos to Ty.
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Serena
May 2, 2024
Great tour! Great Guide! - Our tour with Conor today was exactly what we hoped it would be, and more. Informative, entertaining, and surprising. Having been here before, we were looking to do something different and this tour fit the bill. We learned a great many interesting things about Chicago’s history and its beautiful architecture. Conor not only educated us about the inside of the buildings we visited (in a very direct yet entertaining manner), but he also filled us in on the historical elements that were entered into the design of these buildings. He was very knowledgeable, relatable, courteous and considerate of every person on the tour. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Chicago!
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Marry2011
May 2, 2024
Interesting and informative - Conor was very friendly and knowledgeable about the buildings on the tour. It is a lot of walking and towards the end I was ready to sit down, but my sister and I are both in our 70s so that could make a difference. We did have time to rest at the Palmer house towards the end of the tour. We learned a lot we would’ve never known just walking on our own. I highly recommended for anyone visiting or wishing to know more.
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Escape26133
May 2, 2024
Excellent tour! Highly recommend. - Great tour. Very interesting. Tour guide, Conor, was very knowledgeable. He answered all questions and led the group well. Selected great locations to view Chicago’s Secret Interiors. Fascinating history. Beautiful buildings. Conor also added additional and interesting facts about Chicago. He was very pleasant and friendly throughout the tour. Good sense of humor also. Highly recommend this tour while you are in Chicago.
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