- Walking
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Pub Tour: Near North
Experience Chicago’s Near North side: a blend of historic architecture, Italian heritage, and vibrant pub culture.
Historically a destination for Italian immigrants, where their first Italian parish was constructed, Near North has been one of Chicago’s entertainment districts for decades. That tradition continues with a mix of pubs to satisfy your craft beer interests.
Architects and Styles
Meet
Celtic Crossings, 751 N. Clark Street
Explore the variety of living spaces in the Near North neighborhood, part of River North. High rise living among micro-unit apartments interspersed with various hotels broaden the idea of working from home.
Know before you go:
- Celtic Crossings is just two blocks west of the Chicago & State Red Line "L" stop. The tour ends at Orleans and Huron, just 2 blocks south/1 block west of the Chicago Brown Line stop.
- Participants of this tour must be 21 years of age or older and will pay for their own drinks at each stop.
Tour reviews
All three pubs featured on the Near North tour are incredibly interesting. Celtic Crossings, Brehon Pub and Green Door Tavern are wonderful throwbacks to a classic era of Chicago drinking culture.
Bob SutterCAC Docent
The Godfrey Hotel. Photo by Steve Hall.
Clark St Ale House. Photo by Thomas Hawk.
Photo by Ian Freimuth.
The Poetry Foundation.
Buildings on This Tour
Tour Accessibility
CAC is committed to improving access to our tours. The accessibility information below reflects our docents’ experience and is provided for general guidance only.
What to expect on this tour
Terrain & Surfaces
Easy - Paved and flat the entire route
Wheelchair & Walker Access
Moderate - Ramps and alternate routes provided
Steps or Stairs
Easy - No stairs, step-free route
Hearing Access
Difficult - Loud environment, no devices available
Free Center Entry with Your Ticket
Ticket price includes entrance to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your walking or bus tour.
