Chicago Architecture Foundation

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Roberto Collecchi
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2020-09-27 22:53

Among other things, this foundation organizes walk...

Among other things, this foundation organizes walking and boat tours to illustrate the architectural wonders of the city. Not to be missed.
The model that reproduces the center of the city is also very interesting. Inevitable for the traveler interested in understanding the structure of the city we...

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Ryan S
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2020-09-25 14:25

Great place to go and collect unusual items, cool ...

Great place to go and collect unusual items, cool books for your library, and unique souvenirs. Both tourists and native Chicagoans should traverse it's wares. They've got Christmas ornaments, kitchen stuff; it's an eclectic mix of everything. I saw a stone bowtie here if you want to get your Barney...

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Cyn L
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2020-09-23 00:50

I would give this place negative stars if there wa...

I would give this place negative stars if there was a way to do so.

Staff were unfriendly, rude, and wasted our time.

We were in Chicago for one day about 2 weeks ago and there is a list of things we wanted to do - Sears tower, navy pier, and an architectural boat tour. I'm such a nerd that I ...

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Samuel Tan
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2020-09-22 01:55

If you're visiting Chicago or live in Chicago, you...

If you're visiting Chicago or live in Chicago, you have to go to the Chicago Architecture Foundation. Tickets for the architecture walking tours can be purchased here and this is also the meeting point where all tours start. If you don't mind some walking, the tours are fantastic. You will begin to ...

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Katrina Coakley
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2020-09-21 00:12

Whether you are new to Chicago or have lived here ...

Whether you are new to Chicago or have lived here all of your life, CAC tours offers everyone new insight into this beautiful city. Each docent has their own take on the history of the architecture, so don't think if you have done a particular tour once, that you won't get something out of a second ...

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Nicole Nesslar
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2020-09-19 23:52

I had won a pair of tickets but unfortunately I ha...

I had won a pair of tickets but unfortunately I had moved and the tickets were expired by the time I finally received them. I called and the manager Emmelia was incredibly kind and told me to just email her when I wanted to go and she would get me new tickets. I was able to go on an evening cruise i...

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The Aardvark Arrives
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2020-09-19 15:01

The displays at the CAC are worth seeing. They hav...

The displays at the CAC are worth seeing. They have a great 3D printed model of Chicago - loved the teeny, tiny, shiny "Bean" and children seemed delighted by the brief light show. Upstairs there are some models of iconic skyscrapers, with excellent brief and informative labels. But the very biggest...

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Don Bracchi
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2020-09-12 15:11

Wonderful book store and architectural tour center...

Wonderful book store and architectural tour center. Offers a wide assortment of tours throughout Chicago. We took the boat tour and the walking tour of historic buildings around the Loop. Guides are outstanding! Highly recommended.

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Elena Zimareva
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2020-09-08 01:52

Just an amazing way to start your trip in Chicago!...

Just an amazing way to start your trip in Chicago! Dive into it's architecture and how it was created. The Architecture Center was a mind blowing experience for me with just enough information to get started and not overwhelm the visitors.

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Aimee Dewante
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2020-09-07 18:13

I have been on several of the CAF tours, including...

I have been on several of the CAF tours, including the river cruise, which I always recommend to friends visiting the city. The docents are always friendly and knowledgeable. The storefront on Michigan Ave has all the souvenirs and books you could want, plus other interesting knickknacks (think we...

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Adrienne Felice
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2020-09-07 06:59

If you love Chicago's Architecture, doing this tou...

If you love Chicago's Architecture, doing this tour is a must. Beautiful views and amazing buildings open for inspection. If you're doing the walking tour, try to pick a good weather day. Chicago isn't called the Windy City for nothing!

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Angela Thomas
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2020-09-02 21:23

A very nice exhibit of Chicago on the first floor ...

A very nice exhibit of Chicago on the first floor includes an interactive scaled model of the city. There is a frequent short video that gives a general history of the city and its construction. Upstairs has an exhibit consisting of scale models of some of the world's skyscrapers.

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Samantha Colden
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2020-08-25 16:09

We had a wonderful experience on the river tour. I...

We had a wonderful experience on the river tour. I don't think there's anything our guide didn't know about Chicago architecture. It's the best way to see the city in 90 minutes. Great value and one of the best things we did when we were in town. Don't forget your camera!

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Edwin Fontaine
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2020-08-17 14:43

Took the "Evolution of the Skyscraper" tour. Free ...

Took the "Evolution of the Skyscraper" tour. Free when you join the CAF. Cold day, so it ended up being a "private" tour with just the two of us and the docent, Dave Gudewicz.
Learned a lot, discovered new things about Chicago. Check out the Marquette Bldg and the Revival Food Court. Adams & Dearbo...

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Brigid Klamann
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2020-08-17 09:51

We have done the boat tour several times before an...

We have done the boat tour several times before and look forward to it when we are in Chicago. The guides are fluent in the history of the city as well as the architecture and we always learn something new. Its a great way to enjoy the views and learn about a beautiful city!

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Tanya Lake
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2020-08-16 15:15

Interesting place to visit if you like architectur...

Interesting place to visit if you like architecture. I went to the Center last year. This year we did the Frank Lloyd Wright Tour which took four hours. You take a coach to his home and studio in Oak Park Chicago, then walk around the neighbourhood to see other homes he designed. You end up with a g...

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Sheri Hall
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2020-08-14 07:04

Great film on the architectural history of Chicago...

Great film on the architectural history of Chicago with an interactive 3D map of Chicago. Upstairs has models of super tall and mega tall skyscrapers. Entry fee is an easy add-on for the Chicago s first lady architecture cruise that leaves across the street.

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Christina Poon
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2020-08-11 15:28

Was able to stop by the box office and buy a boat ...

Was able to stop by the box office and buy a boat cruise ticket for the same day. We didn't have enough time to go into an outdoor bar but they've repurposed one of their boats into a floating rooftop bar! We had enough time to relax with one drink before heading next door to our boat. The tour was ...

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