• Chicago Athletic Association - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt - Meet your guide and kick things off with a tour of this historic hotel. Then we’ll head to Washington & Wabash to board the Green line train to the Prairie District.
• Chess Records - After a brief stroll from the Cermak L station, guests will learn about the building that produced some of the most well-known and influential Blues music of Chicago.
• Second Presbyterian Church of Chicago - Guests will receive a private docent-led mini tour.
• Spoke & Bird Cafe (South Loop) - Take a break and enjoy a snack at this unique employee-owned/woman-owned cafe (purchases optional).
• Glessner House Museum - Guests will receive a private docent-led mini tour.
• Clarke House Museum - Guests will see the oldest house in Chicago and learn how elite Chicagoans lived at the turn of the century.
• Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby - After our train ride back to the Loop, we’ll explore the beautiful interior of this famous building and end the tour with a sweet treat.

• Transit tickets
• Church and Glessner House donation/fee
• Local expert guide

• Gratuities
• Food and beverages

This exceptional exploration of the Prairie Ave District is a must-see.

Experience the lifestyle of Chicago’s richest denizens during the turn of the century and witness its remnants today. This distinct Chicago exploration commences with a discovery of one of the city’s recently rejuvenated locations: The magnificent Chicago Athletic Association Hotel.

A quick journey on the Green Line transports us to the Prairie Ave District, a locale with numerous historical landmarks such as Motor Row, the erstwhile Chess Records, and the city’s oldest dwelling. As we amble down Prairie Ave, we are greeted by historical manors and a picturesque park. The tour’s main attractions, nonetheless, are TWO intimate, docent-guided mini tours at the national landmark Second Presbyterian Church (known for its numerous Tiffany windows) and the Glessner House. We’ll also pause midway at a locally owned/female-owned cafe. Subsequently, we re-board the train back to the Loop for our final destination (and a delightful sweet) at the refined Palmer House Hotel.

• Should be able to climb stairs as not all train stations are equipped with elevators

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.