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Walking Tour: Historic Chicago Pubs in River North and the Loop
Chicago, USA
- 3 hours 30 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Discover four of Chicago’s most atmospheric taverns—and learn about the city’s history and culture as you go—on this small-group walking tour of the Loop and River North neighborhoods. Meet your guide in the afternoon, and head to four different pubs, ranging from the city’s oldest operating restaurant to a storied media watering hole (drinks own expense). In between, spot landmarks like the Marquette Building and get a feel for the Near North Side.
- This tour is for participants aged 21 years and over
- Head off the tourist trail and visit four locally beloved pubs and taverns
- Discover Chicago’s Loop and River North neighborhoods
- Learn insider facts and stories from your guide’s commentary
What's Included
- Transit tickets
- Local expert guide
- Gratuities
- Alcohol
- Food and beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Marquette Building140 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
Meet your guide inside the Marquette Building lobby at 140 S Dearborn
Start time
04:00 PM
End point
- Monk's Pub205 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Tour ends with stories and a drink at this famous pub
What To Expect
Marquette Building
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Berghoff Restaurant
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Brehon Pub
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Green Door Tavern
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Monk's Pub
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Should be able to climb stairs as not all train stations are equipped with elevators
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Brandon_G, Jul 2022
This is a great tour! It has a little of everything - architecture, skyscraper history, pubs, the L, stories, pubs, nice views, oh, and pubs! The tour guide had tons of great information and fun stories.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Glad you enjoyed the tour! Hope to see you back again on another!
Andrew_Z, May 2022
Had a great time! Took my relatives from out of town who are very picky about activities and they loved this tour a lot. Tom is a great local guide who knows his city very well and brought lots of neat materials and photos to bring the sometimes sordid histories of each pub to life. Chicago is a city steeped in the tradition of libations so it would be a mistake to miss exploring the city from within her pubs!
Response from Host, May 2022
Glad to hear you all enjoyed exploring Chicago's pubs with Tom! We hope to see you again on another tour.
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