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Private tour in Chicago Colleen
Walking Art, Architecture and History Tour
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Welcome to Chicago, friends! I absolutely love showing off everything beautiful, fun and exciting in my home city. I'm a life-long Chicagoan and have been a professional guide since 2017 working for over 5 different tour companies. I give walking architecture tours, food tours, ghost tours, boat tours and tours through some of our amazing museums! I have degrees in Theater and Psychology, and after college I trained at many of the comedy theaters throughout Chicago, including Second City. I currently perform in improv shows at two theaters and coach a college team, so I would love to take you out to see some comedy in this city! Chicago has spectacular views, stunning architecture and many hidden treasures that I can show you. Throughout my tours I'll recite intriguing stories, enlightening you about Chicago's compelling history. I point out all of the best places to eat while I recommend the most fun attractions and must-sees for your trip. I'm great at tailoring my tours to my guests' interests, even on the spot as we chat and can't wait to show you everything Chicago has to offer! I am a seasoned performer with a Theater degree from Loyola University Chicago so I know how to entertain you on my tours. I have been a member of the Chicago Tour Guide Professional Association since 2019. Most of my tours do not have restrictions. I have a private vehicle that I use for tours, but if its a larger group I may rent a more comfortable vehicle.
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Come see the magnificent mosaics and inspiring sculptures of Chicago's downtown
Overview of your Chicago tour
Chicago's architecture is world renowned and our legendary downtown area is filled with major famous artworks! I'll show you incredible interiors with rich histories and opportunities for amazing photos! This tour is a great way to get the lay of the land and a local's perspective on the best things to do downtown! You'll get to visit our iconic buildings and understand how Chicago became the birthplace of skyscrapers. Be amazed by our glamourous shopping district and one of our oldest buildings that survived the Great Chicago Fire. We can visit the Bean and Chicago's Cultural Center on our way to visit the recognizable Chicago sculptures. I'll enlighten you with the tales of how Chicago became the major metropolis it is today and how we received world recognition at our World's Fair celebrations, while showing off our newer cultural attractions. With years of experience walking through downtown I know where the best sights are and how to show you the best time!
Your Chicago tour itinerary
I'll meet you at your downtown hotel, or wherever is convenient for you near our downtown area. This tour is highly customizable for sights in the Loop and River North area. The following includes several opportunities for this tour, based on your starting/ending location some will not be included: -Chicago Cultural Center -Millenuim Park -Magnificent Mile -Navy Pier -Water Tower -Dearborn St. Public Art -Riverwalk -Architecture: Art Deco, Beaux Art, Modernism, Post-modernism and more! -Sculptures, Mosaics and Tiffany Domes -Even More!
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Type: Walking
We will walk between sights and buildings. There will be opportunities to rest and take breaks as needed.
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53 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois, 60604, United States
Monadnock Building 53 W. Jackson St. Chicago, IL 60604
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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