City Tours
Rated as the best tours in Chicago. Our expert docents will guide you by boat, bus, train or on foot and share the stories behind the buildings.
Rated as the best tours in Chicago. Our expert docents will guide you by boat, bus, train or on foot and share the stories behind the buildings.
Voted #1 Boat Tour in the US
6 best tours and walks in Chicago
#1 Chicago Boat Tour for 10+ years
Best Experiences in the US
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Aqua, St. Regis Chicago & Lakeshore East
Discover two iconic buildings designed by woman-led Studio Gang and explore the surrounding Lakeshore... - Bus
Architectural Highlights by Bus
Explore Chicago’s iconic architecture on a bus tour from the Loop through historic neighborhoods... - Walking
Architecture of the Magnificent Mile
Explore Chicago’s evolution from a dirt road called Pine Street to the iconic Magnificent... - Walking
Chicago Icons: Connecting Past and Present
Compare and contrast iconic buildings from the 1890s to present and learn how older... - Walking
Chicago Women in Architecture
Trace the impact of female architects in Chicago’s skyline with a tour that celebrates... - Walking
Columbia College Student Center
This tour is no longer available. If you're interested in this building, check out... - Walking
Columbia College: Revitalizing the South Loop
Explore the South Loop, one of Chicago’s hottest neighborhoods! Visit some wonderful historic buildings... - Walking
Fulton-Randolph Market
Visit Chicago’s fastest developing neighborhood. Discover its transformation from a meatpacking hub to a... - Walking
Must-See Chicago
Celebrate the season with this tour that concludes at Daley Plaza, which hosts the...
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Northwestern University
Explore this stunning, wooded campus on the shore of Lake Michigan, featuring a wide... - Walking
Pub Tour: Fulton-Randolph Market
Experience Chicago’s fastest-growing neighborhood, the Fulton Market District, while enjoying artisanal drinks and gourmet... - Walking
Pub Tour: Near North
Experience Chicago’s Near North side: a blend of historic architecture, Italian heritage, and vibrant... - Walking
Pub Tour: West Loop
Experience post-Chicago fire buildings, legends of the Haymarket Riots, and a few pints in... - Walking
Riverwalk West
Discover the western portion of the Riverwalk and hear how this linear park—called Chicago’s... - Walking
University of Chicago
From Collegiate Gothic to Contemporary, the University of Chicago campus offers a wide range... - Walking
Wabash Avenue Arts Corridor
Explore murals by celebrated street artists on this walking tour of the Wabash Avenue... - Walking
What's New
This tour features some of the most recent additions to the built environment near...
discounted tour pricing for members
Free essential walking tours, 66% off premier walking tours, invitations to exclusive members-only events, and more.
accessibility & safety
The Chicago Architecture Center welcomes all visitors and is committed to making its offerings feel safe and accessible to everyone.
