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Chicago: Architecture and Engineering Marvels Walking Tour
Discover the fascinating stories behind Chicago's engineering feats. Learn about the evolution of the city's architecture and engineering from a real engineer. Access impressive interior spaces.
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Highlights
- Learn about the engineering behind Chicago's most iconic buildings
- See the city's most famous buildings from an engineer's perspective
- Explore the interiors of some of Chicago's most famous buildings
- Appreciate the planning and execution of our greatest engineering feats
Description
Discover more than 150 years of engineering marvels on this walking tour! Learn about the city's history and architecture from a knowledgeable guide who happens to be a trained engineer and improv comedian. Visit the interiors of buildings to truly get a sense of the city from the inside out! See a building from the “father of the skyscraper,” who was actually an engineer and a classmate of Gustav Eiffel. Learn how a building might get a “haunted” reputation simply because it settled unevenly on its “floating” foundation. Marvel at the numerous ways Chicago’s famous buildings handle forces coming from gravity and wind. Learn the fascinating story of one of the greatest engineering feats in the United States, a feat that affects the city even to this day. Join Inside Chicago Walking Tours on this engaging and unique tour route that dives into the engineering perspective of our city's world-famous architecture!Includes
Expert guide trained as an engineer Exclusive access to select building interiors Engaging and accessible engineering insightsImportant Information
- Wear comfortable walking shoes Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated Don't forget your camera for amazing photo opportunities
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