2012-2013 Winter Tours
2012-2013 Winter Tour Summaries
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“Come ready to laugh, learn and be entertained!”
I. “Chicago History/PedwayTour”
III. “Pedway Pub Crawl”
# 7th (out of 152) best activities in Chicago according to tripadvisor.com!
I. “Chicago History/Pedway Tour” Wed. To Sat. – 1:30 PM (End May 31, 2013)
- 6 new Sunday Tours at 1:30 PM added: April 21 & 28 and May 5, 12, 19 & 26!
- Guests learn Chicago’s rich history strolling leisurely through Chicago’s legendary heated Pedway, the city’s labyrinth of indoor heated tunnels, corridors and sky bridges. Tours begin Thursday, November 1.
- Learn about Chicago’s incredible history; its tragedies, triumphs and the indomitable will of its citizens while experiencing the unique sights and sounds of Chicago’s Pedway. “It is not just a history tour, its entertainment!”
- Our tour guides tell stories of the city’s amazing history in our trademark anecdotal award winning fashion.
- The tour’s narrative is filled with interesting facts and stories about Chicago’s history. It explains how an onion-strewn swamp at the intersection of a sleepy prairie river and great lake became one of the World’s leading “Alpha” cities.
- Our tours are all about fun and entertainment-our company motto; "Levity is no barrier to a great history tour"! We distinguish ourselves in 2 ways from all of the other tours in Chicago:
- Storytelling: Our guides are gifted storytellers and our trademark is to tell Chicago's history through the use of engaging stories!
- Visualization: Each guest shares a tour visual packet and is able to relive Chicago's past with dozens of carefully chosen photos that support the tour's interesting narrative!
- Tours begin in the lobby of 111 East Wacker and end at the Leo Burnett Building located at 35 West Wacker. Memorable stops include; the Cultural Center-Tiffany Dome, Macy’s Department Store, City Hall and many others.
- Dress appropriately – some outdoor walking.
- Unfortunately, not wheel chair or stroller friendly
- Tour involves stairs, elevators, escalators, standing and some sitting – minimal walking.
- Cost = $20-adult, $15-seniors, $10 under 12
- Length: 2 and ½ hours and approximately 3/4 mile.
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- Guests will explore Chicago’s “city within a city” and it’s “Secret Weapon” against the elements. Guests walk nearly 80% of the Pedway that is comprised of tunnels, concourses, skyway bridges, shops, food courts and train stations. This is why we choose to call this one of our “Urban Safaris”.
- Along the way, guests will hear intriguing stories about the Pedway, Chicago Legends & Lore, Chicago Trivia and captivating stories about our city’s past, present & future.
- Learn to navigate the maze of tunnels and corridors of the Pedway following its symbolic “Compass”. While sometimes confusing to navigate, it is this lack of systematic organization that gives The Pedway its charm and provides a sense of adventure to our guests! Learn how to reach new Chicago destinations free of the cold, rain or snow!
- Don you most comfortable walking shoes and dress in layers. While our Pedway tour is a healthy stroll, you need not be a champion athlete to finish. Tours begin November 2.
- Tours begin in the lobby of 111 East Wacker (near Houlihan’s) and end at the Leo Burnett Building located at 35 West Wacker. Memorable stops include; the Hyatt, Swissotel, Aqua Building, Fairmont, Cultural Center-Tiffany Dome, Macy’s Department Store, City Hall, Thompson Center and many others.
- Unfortunately, not wheel chair or stroller friendly
- Tour involves stairs, elevators, escalators, standing and some sitting.
- Cost = $20-adult, $15-seniors, $10 under 12
- Length: 2 and ½ hours and 1 & 1/2 miles
“A great choice among the many Chicago tours”
My husband and I went on the History Lover's Tour. For 2 1/2 hours we were entertained by our extremely knowledgeable tour guide. I have been on MANY of the tours offered by various groups in Chicago and I have enjoyed them all, but I have to say that hearing about the history of Chicago while exploring a large part of the Pedway was a unique twist. You can tell that the tour guide loves Chicago history! He kept the information flowing. The tour was mainly inside which is definitely a plus during cold or rainy weather. There were chances to sit along the way and stops outside of the Pedway included the Chicago Cultural Arts Center, Millennium Station and Macys. I highly recommend this tour for anyone that loves Chicago history!
Leigh C
Chicago, IL
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II. “Pedway Lovers Tour” Wed., & Fri. only – 10:00 AM ( Begin Nov. 2 - End May 31, 2013)
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- Yes folks, there is Happy Hour in the Pedway! Come with us on one of our legendary “Urban Safaris” exploring the exotic secrets of Chicago’s Pedway while hitting some of its infamous watering holes!
- Sip a cold one while our tour guide captivates the audience with riveting tales of Chicago past & present or take in the exotic aura of “Khyber Pass”?
- During the journey, guests will hear gripping tales of some of Chicago’s triumphs & tragedies. Please come armed with your best knowledge of Chicago trivia because all guests will compete for lavish prizes in our “Windy City” trivia challenge. (Okay, they are not really lavish but they are still pretty good!)
- Please join us every other Friday afternoon starting at 4:00 PM at 111 East Wacker across from Houlihan’s – begins November 2!
- The first drink (domestic beer or well drink) is on us and everything else after that is up to you.
- Tours begin in the lobby of 111 East Wacker (near Houlihan’s) and end at Radisson Blu – Aqua Building.
- Watering Holes include some of the following; Houlihan’s, the Hyatt Big Bar, Khyber Pass & Felini Cafe.
- Minimal Walking.
- Cost = $38-adult
- Length: 2 and ½ hours and ½ mile
“So Much Fun--You've got to go on One of These Tours!!!”
I've lived in Chicago all my life, but realized that I knew VERY little about my own home town after taking this tour! Lots of great exercise walking around the City. Our tour guide could not have been more charming or informative teaching us all about "Chicago trivia" and fun facts to know and tell. He even offered prizes for the "winner" to a Q&A Chicago trivia contest. It was a really fun afternoon and was delightful walking through the tunnels underground, and emerging periodically "above ground" to see and learn about the many beautiful and interesting buildings we have here in our own backyard! I plan to partake in other tours in the future e.g., The Chicago World's Fair Tour in May and the Holiday Lights Tour next Christmas. This was money well spent--we had a ball! You will too!
Shannon C.
Barrington, IL
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III. “Pedway Pub Crawl” Alternate Fridays – 4:00 PM (End May 31, 2013)
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- Please join us on our now famous weekend "Brunch Tours" that begin November 3 in the Pedway.
- For one price, guests receive a spectacular walking tour combined with a delicious brunch at Houlihan’s!!!
- During the tour, guests embark on one of our legendary “Urban Safaris” and hear fascinating stories of Chicago's jubilant but often tragic past. In addition, our guests hear entertaining anecdotes about many colorful historical characters like Jean Baptiste du Sable, Matthias Schaffer, Marshall Field, Reggie Bowles, Louis Comfort Tiffany and many more.
- After building up a good appetite walking the Pedway, it is time to stop for a hearty brunch at Houlihan’s. Guests sit comfortably inside our private dining area and listen to more gripping stories of Chicago’s past.
- Houlihan's brunch buffet features everything a traditional brunch buffet has to offer including; fruit, eggs, omelets, toast, muffins, bacon, sausage French toast and so much more. Coffee service and soft drinks are included in the price.
- After eating, it is back to the Pedway for a second round of entertaining storytelling and calorie burning! Please join us on Saturday mornings at 10:30 am beginning November 3!
- Our Brunch tours begin at the Aqua Building Lobby – 221 North Columbus and end at Macy’s – 111 North State
- Unfortunately, not wheel chair or stroller friendly.
- Dress appropriately – some outdoor walking.
- Tour involves stairs, elevators, escalators, standing and some sitting – minimal walking.
- Cost = $35-adult, $30-seniors & Under 12 -$25
- Length: 3 hours and 3/4 mile
A Must in Chicago”
My best friend and I go to Chicago every year and happened upon this "tour". It was more like getting together with friends and going to some amazing locations in the city that we had never been before. Our tour guide was awesome - love the trivia and his enthusiasm! The drinks were all great, the locations were fantastic and the people were wonderful. This is not your standard "tour" - it's a 2.5 hour experience with cocktails, laughter and even some education! Whether you live in Chicago or are a visitor, this is the best way to get your party started! Thanks you!
Coppertop
Atlanta, GA
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IV. “Pedway Brunch Tour” Saturdays only -10:30 AM End May 31
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“Great Tour for All!”
My husband and I took this tour with my sister, my parents and our 16-year-old son ... quite a mix of ages and EVERY ONE of us really enjoyed this tour. Our tour guide was a fantastic tour guide ... one of his sayings is, "every building has a story" and he really proves that on his tours! We are all from the Chicago suburbs and still learned A LOT on our Riverwalk Brunch Tour. He was a very entertaining speaker and shares so much about Chicago history ... a fantastic tour! The brunch at Houlihan's was quite nice and comes about half way through the tour. We also did the Holiday Trolley Lights Tour back in December and really enjoyed that option as well ... Our guide’s enthusiasm for Chicago is contagious!
Jim & Nancy
Deerfield, IL
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