Architectural Highlights by Bus

Explore Chicago’s iconic architecture on a bus tour from the Loop through historic neighborhoods along the lakefront and the South Side’s Parks and Boulevard system.

Discover the exciting diversity of Chicago’s world-famous architecture as we trace its development from the early days to the present.

Travel through unique neighborhoods such as the Loop, Hyde Park and Kenwood, Bronzeville, the Gold Coast and the Magnificent Mile as we visit architectural masterpieces by world famous architects. Off-coach stops are made in various locations to visit the architecture up close, including some interiors. The tour includes historic to contemporary buildings, museums, houses, college campuses, churches, libraries, parks, sculpture and a presidential library.

Know before you go:
  • Some properties and the bus have steps and are not completely ADA accessible.
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Ticket price includes entrance to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your walking or bus tour.

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