Round out your visit to Glessner House by exploring other sites in Chicago’s vibrant South Loop neighborhood, or enjoy lunch at one of the area’s many restaurants. We offer a complimentary printed self-guided walking tour of the neighborhood, where you can explore 200 years of history and architecture at your own pace.

The beautiful Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens is located right next door. Here you can relax by the central fountain, uncover the stories of Chicago’s most important women, or read a series of interpretive panels that discuss the history of Prairie Avenue. Also, within walking distance or a short bike ride is Chicago’s Museum Campus, featuring the Field Museum of Natural History, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Adler Planetarium. Make a day of it!

Print a copy of the Prairie Avenue Walking Tour Guide.

PLEASE CONFIRM TOUR HOURS DIRECTLY WITH THESE SITES BEFORE PLANNING YOUR VISIT.

Other sites of interest

Clarke-Ford House
1827 S. Indiana Avenue
Chicago’s oldest building, constructed in 1836!
www.clarkefordhouse.org

Currently closed for tours

Second Presbyterian Church
1936 S. Michigan Avenue
An Arts & Crafts masterpiece and National Historic Landmark featuring nine Tiffany windows!
www.historicsecondchurch.org
Free tours:
Friday 1:00 - 3:00pm
Saturday 11:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday 12:15pm

Willie Dixon’s Blues Heaven Foundation
2120 S. Michigan Avenue
The historic studio of Chess Records, where legendary blues and jazz musicians recorded their hits!
www.bluesheaven.com
Tours offered Tuesday through Saturday by reservation only.

Restaurants

There are a number of dining options within walking distance, ranging from fast food to fine dining. Please consider one of the following restaurants, all of whom generously support Glessner House.
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
Il Culaccino
La Cantina Grill
Weather Mark Tavern

Lodging

Three hotels are located within easy walking distance of Glessner House
Hiltons at McCormick Place
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
Marriott Marquis Chicago