Chicago has a rich, architectural history, and has a wide mix of styles from Beaux Arts to Art Deco to Modernist. You would really do yourself a service by taking a Chicago architecture tour. Here are a few favorites.
Chicago Architecture Walking Tour - Downtown
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Taking an architectural walking tour of Chicago is a great way to experience the city and discover the little details that make Chicago great. A good tour to start with is a look at some of the building's in Chicago's south Loop.
Chicago Architecture Foundation River Tour
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The Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise offers a unique perspective of some of Chicago's architecturally significant sites. The length of the tour is approximately 90 minutes.
Shoreline Sightseeing River Tour
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The Shoreline Sightseeing river tour is especially popular with out-of-towners, as it launches from the tourist hot spot Navy Pier.
