Half Day Explore Chicago Neighborhoods Tour

This tour starts at the Chicago River, the birthplace of the city! What started as a small prairie trading post in the 1770s settled by Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, has grown into a bustling metropolis known for its world-class art & architecture. I'll share the Chicago Rivers' fascinating history and point out some of its prominent features. Then we will stroll up north to the historic Water Tower & still functioning Pumping Station pointing out beautiful, iconic buildings & the Magnificent Mile along the way. Then we'll head north to explore the neighborhood of the Gold Coast. Hard to imagine this beautiful, upscale neighborhood used to be marshland and cemeteries. You will see elegant brownstones and historic mansions of some of the wealthiest families of Chicago. We'll end the tour in Old Town, a noteworthy historic neighborhood to explore and have lunch. Are you ready for an urban adventure? Join me!

Approximately 4+ mile walk. We start outside of Fannie May Chocolates 343 N Michigan Ave: • Chicago River & bridges • Magnificent Mile • Tribune Tower • Wrigley Building • Historic Water tower & pumping station • The Drake hotel • Gold Coast neighborhood • Old Town neighborhood In between points of interest, I will share some fascinating stories of Chicago history. This is your tour! I'd be happy to adjust to your liking as our allotted time allows. Please be prepared and dress accordingly. Tours will take place regardless of the weather. Depending on the season I would suggest layers and possibly an umbrella THIS TOUR TAKES PLACE COMPLETELY OUTSIDE. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN A LONGER TOUR TO SEE MORE I RECOMMEND COMBINING THIS WITH MY DOWNTOWN 'LOOP' HIGHLIGHTS ROUTE.