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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Join Chicago Movie Tours on the Midway, and discover the city's film history in an entirely new way!
On this leisurely 75-minute walking tour led by a Ph.D. in film, you'll visit 5 spots on the historic Midway Plaisance, once the heart of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. As you walk the now-grassy strip (0.5 mi.), you'll discover its many connections to early and modern cinema.
Guests must digitally sign a general waiver of liability either before or when they arrive. Guardians must sign waivers for children under the age of 18.
Note: This limited Chicago movie tour is available on Sunday mornings to give you the most accurate and unobstructed view of the Midway's monumental sculpture Fountain of Time.
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Demonstration of 19th-century moving picture devices
Expert tour guide commentary
Clips and photos that enhance the Midway's film history
Plenty of Instagram opportunities
Mini goodie bag!
Private transportation
Departure Point
6016 S Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
Lorado Taft's Midway Studios, Chicago, Illinois, United States At Midway Studios and Taft House, get acquainted with Lorado Taft: sculptor, teacher, writer, and early adopter of moving pictures. And in the presence of 'Recording Angel,' see Hollywood's first female action star in motion. 30 minutes
Midway Plaisance, Chicago, Illinois, United States On the Midway's green space, hear about the amusements arm of the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, including the first commercial movie theater!
15 minutes
Fountain of Time, Chicago, Illinois, United States Stand in awe of 'Fountain of Time,' a 126-foot-long sculpture that has inspired both classic and modern filmmakers. 15 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
halleamelia
06 May 2024
A very smart tour ! Tour guide was very informative and great communicating with people ! We were a few minutes late and she communicated well with us to make sure we caught up with the group!
CindyM302
01 Apr 2024
Fun walk through Chicago learning about the city, movies, and history. Kelli had great visuals and kept us warm and dry in Feb with knowing how to navigate underground walkways.
AddingtonThomas
09 Jul 2022
I've actually done two walking tours so far - this one and the prison one, but this one surprised me by teaching me so much about the area and the people and events that had such an impact on Chicago.
This tour in
Chicago
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Chicago Movie Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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