Walking Tour: Chicago's Prairie Ave Dist. - Street of the Elite
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This extraordinary tour of the Prairie Ave District is one not to be missed. Get a sense for how Chicago's wealthiest residents lived around the turn of the century and what remains today. This unique Chicago tour begins with an exploration of one of the city's newly-revitalized spaces: The stunning Chicago Athletic Association Hotel. A short ride on the Green Line takes us to the Prairie Ave District, home to many historic sites such as Motor Row, the former Chess Records and the oldest house in the city. As we wander along Prairie Ave, we're treated to historic mansions and a beautiful park. The highlights of the tour, however, are TWO private, docent-led mini tours at the national landmark Second Presbyterian Church (with its many Tiffany windows) and the Glessner House. We'll also take a mid-tour break at a local employee-owned/woman-owned cafe. Then we board the train back to the Loop for our final stop (and a sweet treat) at the elegant Palmer House Hotel.
Departure Point
- Find your guide inside lobby, immediately to left
Return Details
- We end our tour with a sweet treat at this beautiful historic building
Duration
4 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Chicago Athletic Association - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
12 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60603
Meet your guide and kick things off with a tour of this historic hotel. Then we'll head to Washington & Wabash to board the Green line train to the Prairie District.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Chess Records
2120 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, Illinois
After a brief stroll from the Cermak L station, guests will learn about the building that produced some of the most well-known and influential Blues music of Chicago.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Second Presbyterian Church of Chicago
1936 S Michigan Ave, , Chicago, Illinois
Guests will receive a private docent-led mini tour.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: The Spoke & Bird (South Loop)
205 East 18th Street, Chicago, IL 60616
Take a break and enjoy a snack at this unique employee-owned/woman-owned cafe (purchases optional).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Glessner House Museum
1800 S Prairie Ave, , Chicago, Illinois
Guests will receive a private docent-led mini tour.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Clarke House Museum
1827 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, Illinois
Guests will see the oldest house in Chicago and learn how elite Chicagoans lived at the turn of the century.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois
After our train ride back to the Loop, we'll explore the beautiful interior of this famous building and end the tour with a sweet treat.
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
- Church and Glessner House donation/fee
- 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.
This extraordinary tour of the Prairie Ave District is one not to be missed. Get a sense for how Chicago's wealthiest residents lived around the turn of the century and what remains today. This unique Chicago tour begins with an exploration of one of the city's newly-revitalized spaces: The stunning Chicago Athletic Association Hotel. A short ride on the Green Line takes us to the Prairie Ave District, home to many historic sites such as Motor Row, the former Chess Records and the oldest house in the city. As we wander along Prairie Ave, we're treated to historic mansions and a beautiful park. The highlights of the tour, however, are TWO private, docent-led mini tours at the national landmark Second Presbyterian Church (with its many Tiffany windows) and the Glessner House. We'll also take a mid-tour break at a local employee-owned/woman-owned cafe. Then we board the train back to the Loop for our final stop (and a sweet treat) at the elegant Palmer House Hotel.
Departure Point
- Find your guide inside lobby, immediately to left
Return Details
- We end our tour with a sweet treat at this beautiful historic building
Duration
4 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Chicago Athletic Association - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
12 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60603
Meet your guide and kick things off with a tour of this historic hotel. Then we'll head to Washington & Wabash to board the Green line train to the Prairie District.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Chess Records
2120 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, Illinois
After a brief stroll from the Cermak L station, guests will learn about the building that produced some of the most well-known and influential Blues music of Chicago.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Second Presbyterian Church of Chicago
1936 S Michigan Ave, , Chicago, Illinois
Guests will receive a private docent-led mini tour.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: The Spoke & Bird (South Loop)
205 East 18th Street, Chicago, IL 60616
Take a break and enjoy a snack at this unique employee-owned/woman-owned cafe (purchases optional).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Glessner House Museum
1800 S Prairie Ave, , Chicago, Illinois
Guests will receive a private docent-led mini tour.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Clarke House Museum
1827 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, Illinois
Guests will see the oldest house in Chicago and learn how elite Chicagoans lived at the turn of the century.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois
After our train ride back to the Loop, we'll explore the beautiful interior of this famous building and end the tour with a sweet treat.
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
- Church and Glessner House donation/fee
- 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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