Loop Art Tour
The Loop Art Tour is a guided walking tour of Chicago's impressive collection of public art in the Loop, taking 2–4 hours depending on how long you linger at each sight.
UnderstandMost visitors to Chicago make a point of visiting the endless collections at the Art Institute, but many overlook the world-class collection of public art on display throughout Chicago's commercial center.
PrepareYou won't need to bring much else besides this article. If you are planning on doing the full itinerary, be sure to wear comfortable shoes.3 km), and that doesn't include time spent indoors.
Art InstituteThe walk begins at the world famous Art Institute of Chicago, and the more ambitious might want to plan an extra several hours at the beginning of the day to see some highlights from its collections (for information on…
Millennium ParkAcross Monroe Street, Millennium Park's Crown Fountain (Jaume Plensa) comes into view, and makes an impression!
Aon Center PlazaAfter crossing the bridge, you are in Grant Park. Turn left, head up to Randolph Street and cross it to Aon Center.
Thompson CenterContinue a couple blocks to State Street and turn left. The giant Chicago sign on the left is one of Chicago's most famous landmarks, at the Chicago Theater.
Daley CenterTwo blocks down Washington and you are at the Daley Center and Chicago's most famous work of art, the Chicago Picasso.
Chase PlazaHead back to Dearborn and continue south. Dominating the next block is the curved Chase Tower and the large plaza at its feet.
Federal PlazaTwo blocks down Dearborn from Chase Plaza is Federal Plaza, a full city block planned by renowned modernist architect Mies Van der Rohe.
CBoTThe Metcalfe Federal Building's lobby on the left at the intersection of Jackson and Clark contains another larger than life statue.
Willis TowerThe final stretch of the tour takes you another three blocks west on Adams Street. When you reach Wacker Drive, turn left around the Sears Tower and head into the main lobby.
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