Incredible Interiors
Tour Description
If you are looking to go on a wonderful walking tour but also want to avoid the weather outside, the Incredible Interiors walking tour is perfect for you! All the stops are inside comfortable buildings with stunning architectural details. Every featured building was designed between the 1880s and 1930s, and they don’t make spaces like this anymore! You’ll discover masterpieces by Tiffany Studios, Daniel Burnham, Louis Sullivan, Frank Lloyd Wright, and so many others. These spaces are STUNNING, and I’m so looking forward to showing them off to you!
Important note: Due to the historic nature of these buildings, participants will have to either walk up or down a flight of stairs on seven occasions.
Tour Details
Start Time
Public tours are will be back this holiday season. You can alternatively book a private tour anytime you want.
Duration
120 minutes
Starting Point
The tour begins inside the Chicago Board of Trade building's western entrance revolving doors at 351 S Financial Place.
Ending Point
The tour wraps up inside the Chicago Cultural Center (78 E Washington Street).
Walking Distance
Approximately 1.7 miles (2.7 kilometers)
Accessibility
The tour focuses on interiors from the late-19th and early-20th centuries, and unfortunately a wheelchair-accessible route is not available. All of my outdoor tours, like Architecture’s Greatest Hits and Ugly Buildings, are wheelchair-accessible if you would like to check those out.
Price
$30 per ticket
Customer Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the tour guide?
Mike McMains creates and delivers all Tours With Mike experiences, so you know you are getting a professional, passionate guide.
How do I find Mike?
He will be at the aforementioned starting point wearing a Tours With Mike polo, hat, or some other type of branded attire or accessory.
Do we go inside buildings?
Absolutely! That is what this tour is all about.
Are dogs allowed on the tour?
Since most of the tour is indoors, dogs are not allowed.
Is there a restroom stop on the tour route?
There is a restroom stop roughly around the midpoint of the tour.
Can I buy my ticket in-person immediately before the start of the tour?
Tickets need to be purchased through this website in advance, because capacity is limited.
What is the cancellation/refund policy?
Tickets are fully refundable with at least 48 hours notice. Refund instructions are provided in the confirmation email.
What if it is raining?
All tours go out rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
Are there any COVID-19 considerations in-place?
All tours follow guidelines laid out by the State of Illinois’s and City of Chicago’s health departments. Currently masks and proof of vaccination are not required. Your tour guide, Mike, has been fully vaccinated and boosted.
Can I book this as a private tour?
Absolutely! You can book this as a private walking tour for up to 15 people. Many of the buildings do not allow live-streamed video, so it currently is not available as a virtual tour. There is more information here.