The Loop, River North and Chicago’s Theater District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Are you looking for a way to see Chicago without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. ‘ Take in Chicago’s concrete giants and hear fascinating stories about quirky artworks, local tragedy, and the city’s journey to revitalisation ‘ Hear from producer Phil Biedron, an actor and tour guide whose passion for storytelling lead him to create this VoiceMap tour ‘ Do it all in two hours or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish ‘ Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it ‘ Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under ‘Before You Go’. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

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What To Expect

The Art Institute of Chicago

This walking tour around the city’s Loop and River Northstarts smack-dab in the middle of the city, in front of one of the most prestigious galleries in the world, the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Crown Fountain

You’ll pass by the Crown Fountain and hear about the two spitting faces.
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Millennium Park

The tour takes you through Millennium Park. While you walk, you’ll learn a bit about the park’s history.
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Cloud Gate

The tour passes by the famous Cloud Gate in Millennium Park which we locals affectionately call “the Bean”.
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Jay Pritzker Pavilion

The tour passes by the Jay Pritzker Pavilion. You’ll hear about the pavilion and its namesake while you walk.
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Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable Statue

The tour passes by the Jean Baptiste Pointe Dusable Statue where you’ll hear about the mysterious life of the city’s founder.
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Wrigley Building

The tour passes by the Wrigley Building, the first office block to be built north of the Chicago River.
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Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

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The Chicago Theatre

On this walking tour, you’ll pass by the Chicago Theatre with its iconic neon sign.
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The Picasso

You can look forward to seeing “Untitled” by Picasso, the gigantic baboon sculpture in Daley Plaza.
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First United Methodist Church of Chicago

The tour passes by the First United Methodist Church of Chicago on top of the Chicago Temple Building, purportedly the highest place of worship in the world.
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Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby

The tour passes by the Palmer House Hilton Hotel, the world’s first hotel to use light bulbs, a telephone system and fire-proofing.
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First Route 66 Sign in Illinois

The tour ends at the historic Route 66 Begin sign.
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Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
The VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclude

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smarphone and headphones
Food and drinks
Transportation

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