Ultimate Chicago Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Bundle | La Vacanza Travel

Ultimate Chicago Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Bundle

Duration: 1 to 2 hours
Destination: United States, Illinois, Chicago
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  • 1 to 2 hours
  • Chicago
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Explore the surprising beauty and history of the Windy City with this combo tour of Chicago’s Millennium Park and Riverwalk! Snap a picture by the famous Cloud Gate sculpture and get away from the hustle and bustle in the city’s most iconic park. Then, stroll along the picturesque riverside, admire Chicago’s totally unique architecture, and learn the fascinating stories behind the city’s skyline. This combo is the easiest, best way to get to know this complex city!

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Chicago Lawn, Chicago Lawn, Chicago, Illinois

The Chicago River runs right through the heart of the downtown Chicago skyscrapers. The architecture and river scenery is absolutely stunning.

Note: This 3+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Chicago Bundle in 2-3 hours.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Wrigley Building, 400-410 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

The Wrigley Building is an iconic terra cotta building boasting a huge clock tower and tons of character. It's named for William Wrigley, Jr., who made his fortune off of chewing gum! Beyond it is the lavish Hotel Intercontinental, which hides an incredible observatory within.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: DuSable Bridge, 333 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

The Michigan Avenue Bridge, also known as the DuSable Bridge, is architecturally beautiful, but that's not the only reason it's a stop on this tour. The bridge also sports some flags with a fascinating history, which you'll hear all about.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago, 401 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

It's impossible to miss this enormous glass tower. At 1,399 feet tall and totaling 98 stories, it's one of the tallest skyscrapers in the entire country. The tower employs the same building technique as the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, currently the tallest building in the world.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 24 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Consisting of a sunken, rectangular pool and fountain, this memorial honors the Illinois residents who died in the Vietnam War. It's a somber yet strangely beautiful tribute to those who gave all.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Marina Towers Condominum Association, 300 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

These twin towers may look a bit like giant corn cobs, but they're nevertheless an iconic part of the Second City's skyline. The towers function as a “city in a city,” boasting an in-house theatre, gym, pool, ice-rink, bowling alley, 360 degree roof deck, and of course a marina.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Dearborn Street Bridge, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

The Dearborn Street Bridge, built in 1962, is one of Chicago's newer bridges. It was constructed to replace a badly-planned bridge that residents hated with a passion. You'll hear why and what they did about it as you admire this landmark.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Reid Murdoch Building, 330 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Constructed in 1914, the building today is home to the Encyclopedia Britannica headquarters. It may appear short and unimpressive beside its much newer peers, but it's also a fascinating glimpse into Chicago's past.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza suite 107, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

This building is so big it has its own zip code! Designed in the art-deco style, the Mart encompasses a staggering four million square feet.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: The McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum, 376 N Michigan Ave Enter at Riverwalk Level, Chicago, IL 60601-3807

This museum doesn't just feature exhibits on the city's river and its significance to the city. It also offers birds-eye views of the river from the top floor!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: William P. Fahey Bridge, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

As Chicago's newest river-spanning bridge, the Columbus Drive Bridge offers not a glimpse into the past but a look at how the city's construction technology and philosophy changed over the decades.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: NBC Tower, 455 Cityfront Plaza Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

This famous tower was modelled after 30 Rockefeller Center in New York City, and serves as another picture-perfect example of the art deco style. It was also the former recording spot of the Jerry Springer Show and the Steve Harvey Show.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Jay Pritzker Pavilion, also known as Pritzker Pavilion or Pritzker Music Pavilion, is a bandshell in Millennium Park in the Loop community area of Chicago in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is located on the south side of Randolph Street and east of the Chicago Landmark Historic Michigan Boulevard District.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Lurie Garden, Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Lurie Garden is a 2.5-acre garden located at the southern end of Millennium Park in the Loop area of Chicago in Cook County, Illinois, United States. Designed by GGN, Piet Oudolf, and Robert Israel, it opened on July 16, 2004. The garden is a combination of perennials, bulbs, grasses, shrubs and trees.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Nichols Bridgeway, Chicago, IL, USA

The Nichols Bridgeway is a pedestrian bridge located in Chicago, Illinois. The bridge begins at the Great Lawn of Millennium Park, crosses over Monroe Street and connects to the third floor of the West Pavilion of the Modern Wing, the Art Institute of Chicago's newest wing.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Boeing Store, 410 W Washington St 100 North Riverside Building, Chicago, IL 60606-1550

The space in front of you always features something different. The contemporary art sculptures displayed here are often large-scale and highly symbolic. Spend a little time here to try to understand the artist’s vision.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Crown Fountain, 201 E Randolph St Millennium Park, Chicago, IL 60601-6530

Crown Fountain is an interactive work of public art and video sculpture featured in Chicago's Millennium Park, which is located in the Loop community area. Designed by Catalan artist Jaume Plensa and executed by Krueck and Sexton Architects, it opened in July 2004

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Cloud Gate, 201 E. Randolph St. Millenium Park, Chicago, IL 60602

Cloud Gate is a public sculpture by Indian-born British artist Sir Anish Kapoor, that is the centerpiece of AT&T Plaza at Millennium Park in the Loop community area of Chicago, Illinois. The sculpture and AT&T Plaza are located on top of Park Grill, between the Chase Promenade and McCormick Tribune Plaza & Ice Rink

Duration: 5 minutes

Inclusions
  • Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
  • Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
  • Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
  • Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
  • Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone

Exclusions
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action's Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: Walking Tours: While each person typically needs their tour, couples or small groups can share one using split headphones.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. There's no expiration, making it perfect for revisiting on future trips. • Start and pause the tour at your leisure, accommodating breaks and side excursions without the pressure of keeping up with a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: • The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

1: The Wrigley Building, 400-410 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
2: Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA


Departure Time

Ultimate Chicago Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Bundle
6/30/2020 - 4/15/2025

Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 11:30 PM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

1 to 2 hours


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