Chicago Audio Tour: A Journey Through Chicago's Vibrant Pulse

Above photo: Jarred Trost, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.5. Cropped & resized.

A glass-and-steel skyline hides more than just boardrooms and brunch spots—Chicago’s streets have echoed with whispered deals, culinary revolutions, and midnight beats that changed the world. This self-guided audio tour plunges you into a city alive with secrets, leading you from soaring towers to legendary tables and pulsing dance floors most travelers never find.

Which rivalry inside Accenture Tower sparked a corporate clash felt worldwide? What mysterious obsession turned Moto into an underground food laboratory—and who tried to shut it down? Why did a single night at Warehouse spark a movement that reverberates on every dancefloor today?

Move through shadows and spotlight as stories leap from every sidewalk crack and neon reflection. Every turn delivers heart-racing drama, untold mysteries, and moments where the city almost changed forever.

Look up. The city’s secret pulse is waiting. Hit play and unlock its hidden frequency.

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• Duration: 1 hour 43 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.5 km (2.8 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 38min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Lou Mitchell's, only a 4 minute walk from Chicago Union Station
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Rive Gauche Nightclub, Accenture Tower (Chicago), Warehouse (nightclub)
  

Experience the charm of Chicago like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Chicago's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Chicago on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Lou Mitchell's (3min)
• 🏛️  National Hellenic Museum (3min)
• 🏢  International Tailoring Company Building (2min)
• 📍  The Loop (CTA) (3min)
• ⛪  Old St. Patrick's Church (Chicago) (2min)
• ⚔️  Warehouse (nightclub) (4min)
• 🏢  Heller International Building (2min)
• 🗼  Accenture Tower (Chicago) (4min)
• 🌳  Bank of America Plaza (Chicago) (3min)
• 🏛️  Batcolumn (4min)
• 🍽️  Sepia (restaurant) (4min)
• 🏪  Haymarket affair (2min)
• 🎵  Rive Gauche Nightclub (3min)
• 📍  900 West Randolph (4min)
• 🍽️  Moto (restaurant) (3min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Jarred Trost, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.5. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: rioncm, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Te-tukk, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Greek Museum, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Lou Mitchell's, Lou Mitchell's, Chicago, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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