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French Language (Langue Française): Les Incontournables

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Immerse in iconic Chicago architecture with a French-speaking guide, highlighting the city’s history and design. Plongez dans l’architecture emblématique de Chicago avec un guide francophone, mettant en lumière l’histoire et le design de la ville.

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Cette visite vous propose un aperçu complet de l’architecture de Chicago, de ses bâtiments les plus connus et admirés, ainsi que la collection de nombreuses œuvres d’art dans le centre de la ville.

Duration
2 hours
Site Type
Neighborhoods
Location
Downtown
Architects and Styles
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Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E. Wacker Dr.

Au cours de cette visite à pied, vous découvrirez les éléments qui ont influencé l'architecture du Wrigley Building, de la Tour Tribune et du Carbide et Carbon Building. Nous visiterons les gratte-ciels contemporains comme Aqua et le St. Regis et nous ferons l’exploration des différents styles d'architecture au cours des 100 dernières années ainsi que les nombreuses sculptures et oeuvres d’art public au Millennium Park et au centre de la ville des artistes qui vivaient en France comme Chagall et Picasso.

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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.

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  • 111 E. Wacker Dr. as seen from across the river.

    111 E. Wacker Dr. Photo by Angie McMonigal.

  • An external photo of the Page Brothers Building.

    The Page Brothers Building. Photo by Dennis O'Neill.

Buildings on This Tour

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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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Discover the stories behind some of the city’s most significant skyscrapers, museums, theaters, bridges, homes, schools, houses of worship and parks.

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Group & Private Tours

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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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