Chicago's Secret Interiors Architectural Walking Tour
Overview
We invite you to step inside the city’s most exclusive, jaw-dropping architectural treasures. Led by an expert local storyteller, you’ll discover breathtaking hidden spaces, from Frank Lloyd Wright’s sunlit masterpiece inside the Rookery to the world's largest Tiffany stained-glass domes at the Cultural Center and Marshall Field Building.
Walk through the stunning Gilded Age luxury of the Palmer House and iconic movie backdrops along La Salle Street at a relaxed, conversational pace. We combine world-class history with photo vantage points, ending with personalized local recommendations. Don’t just see Chicago, experience it from the inside out.
What's Included
- Expert tour guide
- Gratuities
- Since the Rookery is closed on Sundays, an alternative stop will be included in the tour
Meeting Location
255 South Clinton Street
Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
111 North State Street
Chicago, IL 60602, USA
All within a 5 minute walk you will find the famous Chicago Theatre, "The Bean" and the Chicago Riverwalk.
What To Expect
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Chicago Loop
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
South La Salle Street
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Rookery Building
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Field Building
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Marquette Building
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Chicago Cultural Center
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Marshall Field And Company Building
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Expert tour guide.
- Gratuities.
- Since the Rookery is closed on Sundays, an alternative stop will be included in the tour.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chicago's Secret Interiors Architectural Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chicago’s Secret Interiors Architectural Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Expert tour guide
- Gratuities
- Since the Rookery is closed on Sundays, an alternative stop will be included in the tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
