Walking Tour: Underground Chicago via the Pedway
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Take a tour of Chicago Loop's Pedway system, a network of underground pedestrian tunnels. We'll also go above ground to view some special Chicago sights. Our tour begins in the lobby of the Swissotel with a brief overview of the Pedway system. We then descend into the Pedway and head to the Cultural Center. After a brief tour of the Cultural Center and its famous Tiffany Dome, we return to the Pedway to visit Macy's department store and its famous Tiffany ceiling, then stop by the store's iconic Walnut Room. Back to the Pedway, we head west to the Civic Center plaza to see the Picasso sculpture and view the Chicago Temple and its Sky Chapel, one of the world's tallest church buildings. A brief walk to takes us to City Hall and Marriage Court then to a nearby L Stop. A quick train ride takes us to the origin/terminus of Route 66 where we'll enjoy the Art Institute’s lion statues then Millennium Park's to Cloud Gate sculpture (aka, The Bean), Lurie Gardens and Crown Fountain.
Departure Point
- Meet your guide in the hotel lobby.
Return Details
- End at "The Bean" in Millennium Park.
Duration
3 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Swissotel Chicago
323 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
Meet your guide in the lobby before descending into the Pedway.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chicago Pedway
, , Chicago, Illinois
Walk Chicago's underground tunnel system. We will walk underground and aboveground several times during the tour.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St, , Chicago, Illinois
View the famous Tiffany Dome and more.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Macy's on State Street
111 N State St, , Chicago, Illinois
Visit this iconic department store and marvel at its amazing architecture and Tiffany dome. Our stop wouldn't be complete without seeing "The Great Tree" in the Walnut Room and the festively decorated store and windows.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Block 37
108 N State St, Chicago, Illinois
Continue strolling the Pedway through this popular city mall.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: City of Chicago - City Hall
121 North La Salle Street, Chicago, IL 60602
We ascend from the Pedway to view the iconic Picasso sculpture and visit the Christkindlmarket, the most authentic holiday market of its kind outside of Europe.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Washington/Wells
Chicago, IL 60602
See Chicago's City Hall and County Building, and if we're lucky -- a wedding at the Marriage Court!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Route 66
198 S Michigan Ave, , Chicago, Illinois
We'll board the L Train for a quick ride through the Loop.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Cloud Gate
201 E. Randolph St., Millenium Park, Chicago, Illinois
See the origin/terminus of the famous Route 66 then visit the majestic lions at the Art Institute.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Daley Bicentennial Plaza
337 E Randolph Dr, , Chicago, Illinois
The final leg of the tour takes us to Millennium Park to view the City of Chicago's Christmas tree and the famous Cloud Gate sculpture, aka, The Bean.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Should be able to climb stairs as not all train stations are equipped with elevators.
- Transit tickets
- Local expert guide
Exclusions
- Food and beverages
Redemption Instructions
Please arrive at the tour meeting point 15 minutes early to sign a liability waiver if you have not already done so online.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the L Stop Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Take a tour of Chicago Loop's Pedway system, a network of underground pedestrian tunnels. We'll also go above ground to view some special Chicago sights. Our tour begins in the lobby of the Swissotel with a brief overview of the Pedway system. We then descend into the Pedway and head to the Cultural Center. After a brief tour of the Cultural Center and its famous Tiffany Dome, we return to the Pedway to visit Macy's department store and its famous Tiffany ceiling, then stop by the store's iconic Walnut Room. Back to the Pedway, we head west to the Civic Center plaza to see the Picasso sculpture and view the Chicago Temple and its Sky Chapel, one of the world's tallest church buildings. A brief walk to takes us to City Hall and Marriage Court then to a nearby L Stop. A quick train ride takes us to the origin/terminus of Route 66 where we'll enjoy the Art Institute’s lion statues then Millennium Park's to Cloud Gate sculpture (aka, The Bean), Lurie Gardens and Crown Fountain.
Departure Point
- Meet your guide in the hotel lobby.
Return Details
- End at "The Bean" in Millennium Park.
Duration
3 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Swissotel Chicago
323 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
Meet your guide in the lobby before descending into the Pedway.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chicago Pedway
, , Chicago, Illinois
Walk Chicago's underground tunnel system. We will walk underground and aboveground several times during the tour.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St, , Chicago, Illinois
View the famous Tiffany Dome and more.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Macy's on State Street
111 N State St, , Chicago, Illinois
Visit this iconic department store and marvel at its amazing architecture and Tiffany dome. Our stop wouldn't be complete without seeing "The Great Tree" in the Walnut Room and the festively decorated store and windows.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Block 37
108 N State St, Chicago, Illinois
Continue strolling the Pedway through this popular city mall.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: City of Chicago - City Hall
121 North La Salle Street, Chicago, IL 60602
We ascend from the Pedway to view the iconic Picasso sculpture and visit the Christkindlmarket, the most authentic holiday market of its kind outside of Europe.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Washington/Wells
Chicago, IL 60602
See Chicago's City Hall and County Building, and if we're lucky -- a wedding at the Marriage Court!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Route 66
198 S Michigan Ave, , Chicago, Illinois
We'll board the L Train for a quick ride through the Loop.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Cloud Gate
201 E. Randolph St., Millenium Park, Chicago, Illinois
See the origin/terminus of the famous Route 66 then visit the majestic lions at the Art Institute.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Daley Bicentennial Plaza
337 E Randolph Dr, , Chicago, Illinois
The final leg of the tour takes us to Millennium Park to view the City of Chicago's Christmas tree and the famous Cloud Gate sculpture, aka, The Bean.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Should be able to climb stairs as not all train stations are equipped with elevators.
- Transit tickets
- Local expert guide
Exclusions
- Food and beverages
Redemption Instructions
Please arrive at the tour meeting point 15 minutes early to sign a liability waiver if you have not already done so online.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the L Stop Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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