Overview
View Art Deco masterpieces built in the heart of Chicago’s financial district during 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 and its hallmark motifs while admiring buildings like the Chicago Board of Trade, One LaSalle Street and the Field Building (now the Bank of America Building) -- all of which are designated Chicago landmarks.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Narration by a professional and certified Guide
Walking tour of Downtown Chicago Art Deco architecture
Hotel pick up and drop off
Storage for luggage or strollers
Coat check
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet in front of 30 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL, USA.
End point
End at Chicago Board of Trade Building, Jackson and LaSalle, Chicago, IL
Good to know
Please arrive 10 minutes before departure at 30 N LaSalle Street and have your confirmation at hand. The docent will have your name on a list of attendees.
What to expect
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30 N La Salle St
10 min
View the 30 N LaSalle St building
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The Rookery Building
10 min
Discover the Art Deco inspired lobby of the Rookery designed by William Drummond
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135 South Lasalle Street
5 min
View the 135 S LaSalle St building
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1 N La Salle St
5 min
Discuss the 1 N LaSalle St building
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Chicago Board Of Trade Building
10 min
Our tour will conclude at Chicago's most prominent Art Deco Building: The Chicago Board of Trade
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Chicago Architecture Center
1 min
This building is not directly part of the tour, however, the tour ticket includes admission to the galleries at the Chicago Architecture Center.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- Pets are not allowed.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Loop
Can I cancel Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Loop for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min.
Where does it start?
Meet in front of 30 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL, USA.
What's included?
- Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
- Narration by a professional and certified Guide
- Walking tour of Downtown Chicago Art Deco architecture
What's not included?
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Storage for luggage or strollers
- Coat check
Which places does it visit?
It visits The Rookery Building, Chicago Board Of Trade Building, Chicago Architecture Center.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Chicago Architecture Center
