World's Fair Bus Tour
Chicago, Illinois
Trip Type: Bus & Minivan Tours
Duration: 3 hours
Relive the grandeur and magic of Chicago's two world's fairs on this one-of-a-kind bus tour that is the only tour in the city that recreates both fairs for their guests. Walk the grounds of these incredible galas that were attended by millions of visitors from all over the world. Guests receive view books that are filled with dozens of carefully chosen photos that help bring these fairs to life!
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Relive the grandeur and magic of Chicago's two world's fairs on this one-of-a-kind bus tour that is the only tour in the city that recreates both fairs for their guests. Walk the grounds of these incredible galas that were attended by millions of visitors from all over the world. Guests receive view books that are filled with dozens of carefully chosen photos that help bring these fairs to life!The World's Fair Bus Tour begins at 1:00 pm sharp from 111 Upper East Wacker = inside lower lobby. After a brief introduction, guests embark on this one-of-a-kind exclusive bus tour in a comfortable air-controlled bus to explore the wonders of Chicago's two World's Fairs - 1893 "Columbian Exposition" (Devil in the White City) and 1933 "Century of Progress".
For one shining moment, Chicago was the center of the galaxy. The world turned its attention fully on one of the most beautiful cities ever built or dreamed for the "Columbian Exposition of 1893". As one author put it, “nothing in Paris, Rome, or London was near as perfect as Chicago’s White City”!!
Come with us on this Bus and Walking Tour and experience many of the amazing features of not only this colossal event but the "Century of Progress" in 1933-34 as well! Walk along the fairgrounds of both Fairs and relive what people saw for the first time during these stupendous affairs. Learn what is what like to experience some of the following:
Come prepared to partake in our celebrated World's Fair Trivia challenge with prizes awarded to the winners.
Tours includes snacks, beverages and fun trivia challenge with prizes. Restroom break is included halfway.
For one shining moment, Chicago was the center of the galaxy. The world turned its attention fully on one of the most beautiful cities ever built or dreamed for the "Columbian Exposition of 1893". As one author put it, “nothing in Paris, Rome, or London was near as perfect as Chicago’s White City”!!
Come with us on this Bus and Walking Tour and experience many of the amazing features of not only this colossal event but the "Century of Progress" in 1933-34 as well! Walk along the fairgrounds of both Fairs and relive what people saw for the first time during these stupendous affairs. Learn what is what like to experience some of the following:
- Sitting atop the 25-story tall Ferris Wheel overlooking the world’s first “Midway” 123 years ago.
- Watching Sally Rand and Farida Mazhur allure admiring fans with their Fan Dance and Belly Dance.
- Viewing racers in “rocket cars” traveling between 628-foot towers overlooking today’s Northerly Island.
- Touring the Manufacturers and Liberal Arts Building - so large you could fit the Great Pyramid of Giza, U.S. Capitol Bldg., St. Paul's Cathedral, Winchester Cathedral and Madison Square Garden inside!
- Walking in the wonder of Osaka Gardens that still flourish today on Wooded Island in Jackson Park.
Come prepared to partake in our celebrated World's Fair Trivia challenge with prizes awarded to the winners.
Tours includes snacks, beverages and fun trivia challenge with prizes. Restroom break is included halfway.
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