1893 World's Fair tour with bars
Activities

1893 World's Fair tour with bars

Language: English
Availability: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 3 hours
Do this because
  • Enjoy a great combination of local food and drinks
  • See the incredible architecture of the city
  • Learn the fascinating history of turn-of-the-century Chicago
  • Have fun with visual scavenger hunts and clue-based games
What to expect

On this unique walking tour, the food and beer connect with stories of the 1893 World’s Fair. With just intermittent walks outside, the 1893 World’s Fair tour is a great walking tour all year round. Explore hidden and little-known buildings from the time of the World’s Fair. While many people think that you have to go south of downtown to understand the history of the World’s Fair, its impact on the architecture and landscape of downtown Chicago is still visible today.

Main things you will see on the tour:

  • Colorful mosaics in a hotel built for the 1893 World’s Fair
  • The sweeping grand lobby of the Auditorium Building
  • Ride one of the last elevators downtown with a human operator
  • Delicious German food at the Berghoff Restaurant
  • A secret alley building
  • The opulent Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, once an exclusive men’s club
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What's included
  • check Professional tour guide commentary
  • check Shared iPads with historic photos
  • check Beer tasting of three samples (or glass of wine if you prefer)
  • check Tastings that can comprise a light meal
  • check Game prizes and gifts
What's not included
  • x_not_included Drinks: at our meeting spot, you are welcome to get a drink at the bar before check-in. For your third possible drink stop, you may independently purchase a beer, wine, or cocktail of their choice.
  • x_not_included Tour guide gratuity or giving program donation
Where

520 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

Meeting point:
Please meet in the lobby of the Congress Plaza Hotel.
Provider
Chicago Detours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Unfortunately, we can't offer you a refund nor can we change or cancel your booking for this particular product, due to our partner's policy.

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