Chicago's Gold Coast Hidden History: A Self-Guided Audio Walk
Do this because
- Explore Chicago's more hidden side
- Discover the city's intriguing history
- Meander through charming neighbourhoods at your own pace
What to expect
Get to know Chicago's hidden side. On this self-guided audio walk tour, you can tune into Amy Bizzarri's narrations, the author of "111 Places in Chicago That You Must Not Miss". You'll be exploring hidden historical spots in Chicago's gilded Gold Coast. Discover the original Playboy Mansion, walk along a wooden block-paved alley, sip a Faster Pussycat in Chicago's oldest piano bar or simply enjoy a delightful walk through time in this exclusive Chicago neighborhood. You can follow this tour at your own pace, the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which is also available offline.
Important to know
- Please wear comfortable, weather-appropriate shoes and clothing
- The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline
- The minimum age for this tour is 6
- Please bring your smartphone and earphones
- This activity requires an app download. The use of the app is subject to the T&Cs of the application provider and the app store it is featured in
- Don't forget your camera!
- This is a self-guided audio tour, you will follow an audio tour through an app using your phone
- You can follow this self-guided tour on any day, at any time best fitted to you
What’s included
Lifetime access to Hidden History in Chicago's Gold Coast tour
VoiceMap Application Offline
Access to audio, maps, and geodata
What’s not included
Smartphone
Food and drink
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
VoiceMap Audio Tours
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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