10 Great Walking Tours Through the Most Colorful Neighborhoods in Chicago Follow Frommer's for an up-close-and-personal look at Chicago. Discover the landmark architecture, ethnic neighborhoods, historic homes, and spectacular lakefront that make the Second City second to none. LET FROMMER'S TAKE YOU TO: * The Loop, an open-air showroom of architectural innovation and contemporary sculpture, from the Sears Tower to works by Picasso, Calder, and Miro * The Magnificent Mile, lined with sleek skyscrapers and elegant shopping centers * The glittering Gold Coast, a tree-shaded stretch of historic homes along Lake Michigan * Oak Park, home to Frank Lloyd Wright's early architectural achievements With easy-to-use directions and maps-and the best places to take a break along the way
We made good use of this walking guide to Chicago, and found the information acurate, informative and fun. There are ten tours: Architecture Tour of the Loop, Sculpture Tour of the Loop, South Michigan Avenue and Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, Gold Coast, Old Town, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, Oak Park and Hyde Park. each tour starts with information about the starting and end points, public transportation, time of the walk, best time to walk and worst time. The walks feature building and places of interest, with stories and eateries along the way. Lots of fun and very useful!
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