Churches By Bus: A New Look

  • Close up of the exterior of an old church

    Close up of Old St. Patrick's exterior

  • Full photo of the exterior of an old church

    Old St. Patrick's exterior

Explore stunning worship spaces on the Near North and Near West Sides of Chicago by bus
  • Close up of the exterior of an old church

    Close up of Old St. Patrick's exterior

  • Full photo of the exterior of an old church

    Old St. Patrick's exterior

A new rendition of a favorite tour visits another area of the city to appreciate architecturally significant churches. Experience stunning worship spaces on the Near North and Near West Sides of Chicago.

Duration
3+ hours
Meet

Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E. Wacker Dr.

The CAC's celebrated Churches by Bus tour returns this year with a blockbuster lineup spanning decades, and architectural styles. The tour explores three historic churches close to the Loop. Old St Patrick's is one of the oldest churches in the city and has seen a rebirth as the neighborhood around it changes. St James Cathedral was heavily damaged in the 1871 fire and was rebuilt in the Arts and Crafts style. And finally, we will visit a "Mystery Church" you won't want to miss. 

Know before you go:

  • The bus and some tour locations have steps and are not completely ADA accessible.


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Photos from this tour

  • Interior shot of a stain glass ceiling of an old church

    Old St. Patrick's interior

  • Interior shot of an old church and wooden pews

    Old St. Patrick's interior

  • Exterior of an old stone church

    St. James Cathedral exterior

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Ticket price includes entrance to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your walking or bus tour.

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