A multitude of Chicago Architectural Foundation Tours examine the city's fascinating architecture, particularly Downtown. One of the most interesting is the Architecture River Cruise. Floating down the Chicago River, you see and learn about 50 significant sites.
Chicago lays claim to being the first skyrise city. Its first skyscraper, the ten-storey Home Insurance Building, was built in 1884-1885, five years before the New York World Building. The Chicago Architectural Foundation now run tours of the city, from the tallest tower to the lowest bungalow, led by enthusiastic and knowledgable residents. Please visit the Chicago Architecture Foundation website for a full run down of tours available.
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