Chicago Pedway

  • Image of a hallway with a domed ceiling

    City Hall. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers

Discover Chicago’s underground Pedway and uncover its history, unique businesses and links to transit, while visiting notable historic and modern buildings.
  • Image of a hallway with a domed ceiling

    City Hall. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers

Take a warm walk through a portion of the Pedway system to discover the fascinating “city below the city” used by Chicagoans every day.

Duration
1.75 hours
Site Type
Buildings
Location
Downtown
Meet

120 N. LaSalle Street

During this 1 hour and 45-minute tour you will navigate the Pedway, learn about its history and why the City felt a Pedway system was an essential part of the urban design plan, discover the diversity of Pedway businesses and find linkages to rail and subway transit. You will also experience the interiors of a few of Chicago’s famous historic and contemporary buildings. 

Know before you go:
  • The tour begins at 120 N LaSalle St. at the Pedway entrance located on the south side of the building that’s separate from the lobby entrance.
  • This tour is not ADA-accessible. The tour route is approximately 1.5 miles and stairs are required. 
  • There are no public restrooms available on this tour.
Notes:
  • Many tours sell out. To guarantee your space advance reservations are strongly recommended.
  • Ticket price includes entrance to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your tour. View the CAC's hours.
  • Your safety is our priority. The itinerary of this tour may be altered in accordance with health and safety policies and considerations.

Photos from this tour

  • Image of the front of a building with a mural of two men with wings flying in front of a blue background in front of a door.

    120 N. LaSalle

  • Image of a hall with stain glass on one wall

    Macy's Pedway corridor

  • Image of a hotel lobby with purple wingback chairs, pendant lights hanging from the ceiling and a golden wall.

    Radisson Blu Hotel lobby. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers

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FAQ

  • Essential walking tours depart from the center at 111 East Wacker; they are free for all CAC members. Premier walking tours depart from other locations across Chicago, including neighborhood tours. Premier tours are discounted for individual, dual and family memberships and free for Deco level and above.

  • The CAC welcomes all visitors and is committed to making its offerings feel safe and accessible to everyone. Learn more about accessibility options.

  • Many of our tours depart from the CAC at 111 E. Wacker. Your ticket (regular or print-at-home) will indicate the departure location. If you have any questions about your tour’s meeting place, give us a call at 312.922.TOUR (8687).

    For tours that don’t begin at the CAC, please consult the individual tour webpage, or call 312.922.TOUR (8687) for details on the meeting location.

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