- Walking
- Premier
Chicago's Moveable Bridges
Understand how the unique Chicago-style bascule bridges work.
See the bridge lifts of three of Chicago’s most famous bridges and explore how the Chicago River made this the liveliest and busiest port of 19th-century America.
View the underpinnings of the bridges, as the tour follows the bridge lifts of three of the Chicago River’s most famous bridges, including Michigan Avenue’s DuSable Bridge, Columbus Drive’s single bridgehouse and massive span, and Lake Shore Drive’s Franklin Delano Roosevelt Bridge. Explore how the Chicago River made Chicago the liveliest and busiest port of 19th-century America.
Know before you go:
- This tour is scheduled based on the City of Chicago’s announced bridge lift schedule. If the bridges do not go up as scheduled, the tour will go on as planned.
- This tour is not ADA accessible. Stairs are required.
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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
Difficult - Mostly uneven or unpaved throughout
Wheelchair & Walker Access
Difficult - Stairs required, no ramps
Steps or Stairs
Difficult - Stairs required, no alternate route available
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.
