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    4.6 (56 reviews)

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    Curt C.

    Any building made from a piece of the Alamo is five stars in my book. It seems to me that they got their hands on a piece of the Shrine to Texas Independence in San Antonio, and built a fancy Gothic building around it. I gotta wonder how that phone call went- "Howdy?" "Yes, I'm from Chicago" "Uh huh..." "I'd like to a piece of Alamo, please!" "..." The base of this Gothic tower has pieces of all these other architecturally significant buildings from around the world in the base. You can also find parts of the Taj Mahal, the Pyramids in Egypt, the Eiffel Tower, etc. I've heard there's even a piece of the moon in here. This Gothic design on the building has served as inspiration for the NBC tower down the way, with the flying buttresses. It almost looks like a church and a skyscraper did it, and made this Tribune Tower, with pieces of each. A secular church, or a religious skyscraper. I didn't go inside the building.

    World artifacts
    Ariel M.

    Beautiful architecture and a neat tourist stop to check out the wall of artifacts. I pictured just a few here but there are many more and I think very worth seeing.

    Ivonnie S.

    Definitely worth spending at least a few moments checking out this beautiful building at the South end of the Magnificent Mile! I admit that I tend to walk around with my eyes glued to or constantly checking my phone (possibly playing Pokémon Go... hey, there's a ton of Pokémon Go activity in the city! Gotta take advantage of it while I can.) Chicago has so much amazing and gorgeous architecture though, and I couldn't help staring up all the buildings and sky throughout my trip here. The Tribune Tower was no exception - and I was even more enthralled when my friend noticed and pointed out the different rocks and engravings on the side of the building. We ended up walking around the entire building looking at all of the rocks from all over the world and from so many different historical events and time points - it was so cool!! Maybe I'm just a nerd for this stuff, but it really is incredible to reflect on those places & times - imagine what those rocks could tell us about what they'd seen if they were alive... We also popped into the lobby briefly to check out the architectural draft of the building's intricate designs (so pretty) and read the quotes on the walls. Don't miss this Chicago gem!

    Patricia J.

    The Tribune Tower is definitely one of the most beautiful and Historic buildings in Chicago. The architecture is extraordinary, the Gothic skyscraper details absolutely fascinate me. It looks like a towering cathedral with the mysterious and beautiful carvings and high jaw dropping impressive entrance. The original design was completed in 1925, so along with the stunning architecture, this building holds lots of valuable history and amazing memorabilia. (According to Wikipedia) The tower features carved images of Robin Hood and a howling dog (Howells) near the main entrance. The top of the tower is designed after the Tour de beurre (″butter tower″) of the Rouen Cathedral in France, which is characteristic of the Late-Gothic style, that is to say, without a spire but with a crown-shaped top. Also, among the gargoyles on the Tribune Tower is one of a frog. That piece was created by Rene Chambellan to represent himself jokingly as he is of French ancestry. On the outside street level of the building are pieces of stones taken from other famous buildings from all around the world such as, The Great Wall of China, The Coliseum, The Pyramids of Egypt, The Berlin Wall, NYC Twin Towers, The Alamo, White House, Notre Dame Cathedral and even the Moon (just to name a few). As you enter the lobby, you will see a huge map (which was created out of Millions of USA shredded money) and quotes from the 1st Amendment Freedom of Speech engraved on the walls (very similar to the writing of Gettysburg Address that is located in the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC) In the courtyard, you will find the statue of the American Revolutionary, Nathan Hale. If you want to take a look at some of the most stunning views from the Chicago River Walk, you can do so from the 22nd floor if you can get in. It only holds 83 people at a time and is only there for tenants that lease within the building.

    Sunny C.

    One of the coolest things I saw on my visit to Chicago! If you're a history geek like me, you'll appreciate how cool this building is. There are small pieces of buildings from all over the world. It is a gothic style building with famous pieces from places such as the World Trade Center, Bridge of the Forbidden City in Peking, Japanese Shrine in Tokyo, St.Stephen's Cathedral (Vienna, Austria), the Tomb of Abraham Lincoln, The Great Wall of China, The Berlin Wall, The Alamo (Texas), David's Tower (Jerusalem), Stabian Baths of Pompeii, Holy Door St. Peter's Rome, Banteay Srei Hindu Temple in Cambodia, The Pyramid of Giza (Egypt), House of Parliament (London, England), Fort Ticonderoga (NY), Bloody Nose Ridge (Peleliu-Caroline Islands). There are plenty others that I haven't named, but this is definitely a really cool site with pieces gathered from all over the world so it's almost as if you're traveling the world and touching pieces of different time periods and major events through this building! It's pretty incredible. There is also a candy store and tea shop for people to go to (if you're traveling in a group and not everyone likes this type of thing).

    Timothy A.

    As far as architecture goes, this one has it all. Literally, all of it. There are pieces of architecture from various famous sites all over the world embedded into the walls of the tower. I walked around the outside taking pictures of each one and admiring where it came from and how it made its way here to Chicago. I also went inside to admire the lobby, but you can't get much further without a purpose. Definitely a stop for anyone making a walking tour down the main strip of Chicago who appreciates good architecture and anything cool / historic.

    Elevator Doors leading to Editorial Conference Room
    Michael S.

    It's nice to have a Trib Editor pal who with 20 years of experience also has the pull to give me and my crew a full tour of this Chicago Landmark. This neo-Gothic gem was criticized in the architectural community when in 1922 Col. McCormick chose it from several hundred entries he had received in a competition he ran when he decided to build a testament. Architect Raymond Hood's creation was not considered modern in this pre-Modernist time. But I'm glad McCormick chose it, because it is such first class work, especially in its distinct lack of Modernist minimalism. Inside out, this is a building of detail and view. The elevator doors are rich in detail and craftsmanship. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=TtwhWwNSqDv64M2EnYZE8g&select=yabG9k9Ci7g5iHkY73MVHQ&start=0 The views of Chicago from the 22nd floor terrace are refreshing and grand. The Terrace: http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=TtwhWwNSqDv64M2EnYZE8g&select=Vs6nwmIW_BCpxKNZe4mxeA&start=0 Looking South on Michigan and Wacker and the river: http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=TtwhWwNSqDv64M2EnYZE8g&select=px1tzQEVLXVof1J5clwoXw&start=0 Trump trumps Wrigley: http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=TtwhWwNSqDv64M2EnYZE8g&select=SOdcOvRba0vL1GJfmQTLIA&start=0 The Editorial Board Conference Room in its modest size and beauty is a real tribute to the non-garish class McCormick apparently had. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=TtwhWwNSqDv64M2EnYZE8g&select=KQAwb99nu6Pg8i0I0asLKA&start=0 Here is Col. McCormick's stand-up writing desk, his perch in and view from the Editorial Board Conference Room. This is where it is said McCormick would lay out the paper for its final preparation. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=TtwhWwNSqDv64M2EnYZE8g&select=d4f_xW219-a_T0YGFhU2YQ&start=0 And here is an uncommon view of Trib Tower's ornate beauty; it's the rear of the Tower shot from the Terrace, too. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=TtwhWwNSqDv64M2EnYZE8g&select=obIPhHuaE4SMfgpca5qKvQ&start=0 All this plus a tour of the 4th floor newsroom, CLTV and WGN remote studios, and more. If you can somehow swing it, in addition to the building features and views, the main conference room in the news room itself has scores of front pages and photographs of Chicago events that make it one of the most unique de facto mini-museums in town. Hey Heyood, THANKS!!

    Home of the Chicago Tribune
    PatrickJ T.

    Architectural beauty at its best! The Tribune Tower in Chicago is magnificent! It is home to the Chicago Tribune. I walked into the lobby of this iconic landmark, Suffice it to say that it is quite impressive! I could tell you a bit about the history of this incredible building, but I think that you would be better off reading about it elsewhere. Do yourself a favor, and stop by the Tribune Tower yourself.

    Pam A.

    At first I didn't give the Tribune Tower much thought because in passing the Gothic design didn't really appeal to me compared to all the other buildings in the area. However, after going on a sightseeing tour I learned a few things about the building that made me want to stop by to check it out up close. The design of the building was the result of a Chicago Daily Tribune contest for the "most beautiful and eye-catching building in the world". An interesting fact about the building is that it has famous stones and other pieces incorporated into it's wall. There are signs underneath the pieces showing their origins. Be sure to check it out!

    Bricks from other buildings in the Tribune Tower
    Mark A.

    I'd been to Chicago multiple times and had seen the Tribune Tower lots of times. Its an interesting building. I mean, how often do you see a Gothic skyscraper like this? However, only recently did I discover what makes this building truly special. On the outside of the building at street level, it has pieces of stone taken from famous buildings and other places all over the world. You name it, it's there - The Pyramids, the Great Wall of China, Notre Dame, the Colosseum, even the World Trade Center. Seeing that was like taking a trip around the world. Very cool. Make sure you walk on the east side of Michigan Avenue as you pass the Tribune Tower; crossing the street has never been more worth it.

    Matthew C.

    What a wonderfully rich history surrounding this building. I'm not commenting on the paper itself. I walked around the grounds and saw that dozen's of artifacts were built into the walls! How novel! It was a fun way to spend 25 minutes - thanks, Tribune! Your lobby is neat as well!

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    Bill M.

    The Tribune Tower is a popular building thanks to its neo-Gothic design, although most architectural critics consider this winning design the second-best in quality from the famous design competition that spawned this result. The bases of the exterior walls have an intriguing collection of famous building fragments from around the world embedded in them. You can see remnants from the Alamo, the Great Wall of China, and the former World Trade Center of New York. The courtyard has a statue of American revolutionary Nathan Hale. There is a broadcast booth with occasional live broadcasts on the street level, along with a shop with Cubs souvenirs.

    The map at the front desk is made up of MILLIONS of $$$ of shredded money.
    Danny V.

    Je me souviens (I remember) Tribute Tower knows and understands me and my unusual penchant for taking rocks, brick fragments, asphalt and concrete from the places I've traveled. A t-shirt, a keychain or a something-or-other with my name on it does nothing for me. While Marilyn Monroe's diamonds last forever, famous fragments from recognizable monuments are my best friends. I want a tangible souvenir from my journey and that's exactly what the Tribune Tower is all about. I'm the Indiana Jones of architecture; it belongs in a museum- er...it should be made available to the public for tour when it is of historical significance. Well, Indy didn't win them all and neither can the general public in this case. But, the security guard was very pleasant and knowledgable at the front desk. (Much nicer than the bloke at the Water Tower) She provided insight and gave me a brochure about the history of this Neo-Gothic goodness and for that I'm thankful. The Tribune Tower adds character and depth to the famous Chicago skyline. The unique façade beckons the tactile inclined passerby to experience the world at their fingertips. Go on...feel the world, absorb the history, appreciate this marvelous architecture and every delectable collectible that makes up this building.

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    Near North Side

    Almost walked past this. Opposite side of The Riverwalk. Great detail. Great background view of…read moreChicago skyline! Worth the stop!

    This is an amazing piece of work by Taiwanese Artist and Sculptor Ju Ming. It is located in the…read moreAMA Plaza and outdoor seating is offered for individuals to sit and admire and discuss the sculpture of the eleven men cast in Bronze who are dressed in business suits, trench coats and some with umbrellas...obviously as if they were on their way to work in a modern city environment. Upon a close-up inspection recently, I noticed that the eyes were not pronounced and that they seem to be expressionless as the grayness of their cast figures suggest. Almost as if it was just another day going through the same routine- wake up, go to work, eat, sleep---REPEAT. It reminds me in a way of Andy Warhol's Campbells Soup Can-we live from one meal to the next. About the Artist: Ju Ming (1938-) was originally trained as a woodcarver; however, his work evolved into sculpting in bronze in addition to other materials such as styrofoam, stainless steel as well as other mediums. He became well known in Taiwan during the 1970s and later in 1983 in New York City when he had individual exhibition of Living World Series: A Pair of Classical People at the Max Hutchinson Gallery. This piece in particular, is regarded as one of the most important works among the early production of the Living World Series. Ming's Living World Series appears or suggests that his work may evolve from his perception of the world around him; however, he has been quoted as saying that there is no one interpretation or set interpretation designated in his intention to create his sculptures. There are other parts of The Living World Series including "Imprisonment"which has drawn attention to his style of thought provoking sculpture. FYI-This Public Piece of art was purchased by Eagle Holdings, which is the parent group of the Langham Hospitality Group.

    Tribune Tower - localflavor - Updated May 2026

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