Millennium Park GPS Tour Guide 2.0

The narrated walking tour of Chicago’s Millennium Park by Action Tour Guide presents a unique opportunity for visitors to experience one of the city's most iconic locations through an engaging, self-guided format.

This app transforms your smartphone into a personal tour guide, offering a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the park's key attractions.

Millennium Park:

• Witness the famous Cloud Gate sculpture, commonly known as "The Bean." Gain insights into its innovative construction and the vision of its artist, as well as intriguing facts about its durability, designed to last for at least 1,000 years.
• Explore the lush landscapes of Lurie Garden, where the city’s history and flora intertwine beautifully.
• Experience performances at the renowned Pritzker Pavilion, a venue that hosts acclaimed artists from around the globe.
• Discover avant-garde art installations scattered throughout the park, with explanations to enhance your understanding and appreciation of contemporary art forms.

The tour encompasses various notable locations within Millennium Park, including:

1. Welcome to Millennium Park
2. Jay Pritzker Pavilion
3. Frank Gehry
4. Pavilion Acoustics: LARES
5. The Pavilion Today
6. BP Pedestrian Bridge
7. Lurie Gardens: Dark Plate and Light Plate
8. Sandburg’s poem “Chicago”
9. Crain Communications
10. Prudential Center
11. Aon Tower
12. Aqua Tower
13. Lake Point Tower
14. Sears/Willis Tower
15. Architect Jeanne Gang
16. Sears Roebuck & Co.
17. Nichols Bridgeway
18. Contemporary Art (Boeing Gallery South)
19. Crown Fountain
20. Walk to the Bean
21. Under the Bean (Cloud Gate)

App Features:

• Award-winning platform recognized for its quality and user experience.
• Automatic audio playback synchronized with your GPS location enhances storytelling as you explore.
• Professionally narrated stories offer depth and context to each point of interest, with optional additional content available at most stops.
• The app can function offline once downloaded, allowing for a seamless experience without reliance on cellular data.
• The flexible structure of the tour permits travelers to explore at their own pace, taking breaks for photography or further inquiry according to personal preference.

Free Demo vs Full Access:

A complimentary demo allows users to sample the tour experience. Interested individuals can then unlock full access to all narrative content through purchase.

Quick Tips:

• Ensure to download all necessary content ahead of time using Wi-Fi or data.
• A fully charged phone or external battery pack is recommended for uninterrupted use during your exploration.

New Tours Available:

The recently launched Chicago Riverwalk tour invites participants to traverse a picturesque 1.5-mile waterfront while uncovering captivating stories tied to Chicago’s architectural heritage.

The app provides a user-friendly interface allowing for an enriching guided experience throughout these iconic Chicago locations.

Note:

Please be aware that continued GPS use in the background may significantly impact battery life. The app utilizes location services for real-time route tracking.