- Walking
- Premier
Pub Tour: Andersonville
Enjoy Andersonville's Swedish heritage and quirky architecture on a lively pub tour through this historic neighborhood.
Get a "taste" of this vibrant neighborhood featuring stories of its colorful Swedish roots, proud local businesses and cultural institutions, and ending at Simon's, a truly legendary dive bar.
Architects and Styles
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Replay, 5358 N. Clark Street
Experience the Swedish influences of Andersonville a historically landmarked neighborhood settled in the 1850's.
Join us in seeing architecture taken to new uses and now operate as churches, restaurants and schools with Scandinavian inspiration. Get a taste of various craft brews while learning about legendary museums, bookstores and pubs in this vibrant neighborhood.
Know before you go:
- Participants of this tour must be 21 years of age or older and will pay for their own drinks at each stop. Food will be available for purchase at our last pub.
Tour reviews
The Andersonville Pub Tour is a feast for the senses. It's a wonderfully charming commercial and residential neighborhood, with museums and businesses celebrating the area's Swedish heritage, intermingled with some of Chicago's great dive and beer bars.
Bob SutterCAC Docent
Swedish American State Bank, Architect: Henry Otteinheimer 1913.
Calo Theatre, Architect: George Borst 1915.
Philadelphia Church, Architect: Axel Thiesen 1921.
Swedish Dala Horse.
Tour Accessibility
CAC is committed to improving access to our tours. The accessibility information below reflects our docents’ experience and is provided for general guidance only.
What to expect on this tour
Terrain & Surfaces
Easy - Paved and flat the entire route
Wheelchair & Walker Access
Moderate - Ramps and alternate routes provided
Steps or Stairs
Easy - No stairs, step-free route
Hearing Access
Difficult - Loud environment, no devices available
Free Center Entry with Your Ticket
Ticket price includes entrance to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your walking or bus tour.
