Chicago's Hidden Corners: River North District Audio Tour
About this activity
- Audio tour
- Yes
- Audio language
- English
- Route length
- 2 km
- Instant confirmation
- Yes
- Duration
- 1h
AI generated tour
This tour was generated by AI in real-time, offering you diverse and customizable content while maintaining high quality at an affordable price.
Instant access on your smartphone
After purchase, open the tour from the link we send you. No app is required.
Explore at your pace
Start, pause, and continue the tour whenever you like.
Online or offline
Listen online in your browser or download the tour and tickets in the WeGoTrip app for offline access.
Listen to sample
Hosted by WeGoTrip
- You'll receive a self-guided audio tour right after booking
- •Explore Chicago's River North bustling neighbourhood with an in-app audio tour
- •Hear stories of ghosts and celebrities hanging out in the fortress-like Historical Society
- •Taste the original deep-dish pizza and feel the connection to Chicago’s culinary history
- •Stroll along the Chicago Riverwalk and observe its skyline and solemn memorials
- •Discover the former Medinah Temple with its onion-shaped domes and Moorish-inspired arches
Dive into Chicago's River North neighborhood with a self-directed audio walkthrough designed for urban adventurers eager to uncover the city's lesser-known treasures. This excursion offers a blend of Chicago's savory eats, vibrant street art, peculiar shopping venues, and sports legends, all crafted for those looking for an atypical journey beyond the usual sights.
Starting at the Merchandise Mart, once the largest building in the world, the tour wraps up at the solemn Eastland Disaster Memorial. This audio guide leads you through a series of remarkable spots nestled in the urban landscape of River North. Travelers will engage with the haunting tales of the Old Chicago Historical Society, visit the birthplace of the deep-dish pizza, walk along the Chicago Riverwalk, and glimpse the Chicago sports legacy immortalized in handprints on La Salle Street.
On this route, the pulsating heart and soul of the city are revealed in places like the Blues House, offering lively entertainment, and the vintage Reid Murdoch Building, showcasing Americana charm. This tour offers a chance to experience the city's dynamic spirit through your own eyes and curiosity, creating a memorable journey of Chicago's River North.
What's included
- Downloadable self-guided audio tour via the WeGoTrip app
- Detailed route from stop to stop with live GPS map on your smartphone
- Earphones are not included — please bring your own
- Tickets to the attractions along the way are not included
Cancellation policies vary according to activity type. Please check the conditions of your required activity Self-guided audio tour.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the internet during the tour?
No. Download the tour in the WeGoTrip app in advance — it then works fully offline.
Do I need an app?
Yes. After purchase you get a link to download the free WeGoTrip app, where you take the tour.
What language is the audio guide in?
The audio guide is available in English.
How long does the tour take?
The tour takes about 1h.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. The self-guided format lets you go at your own pace, which works well for families.
Can I cancel my purchase?
Contact WeGoTrip support — refund conditions depend on the specific ticket.