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.
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Architecture of the Magnificent Mile
Explore Chicago’s evolution from a dirt road called Pine Street to the iconic Magnificent... - Walking
Art Deco Skyscrapers: The Loop
Go inside the lobbies of Art Deco masterpieces built in the heart of Chicago’s... - Walking
Art Deco Skyscrapers: The Riverfront
Explore Chicago's Roaring '20s optimism through opulent Art Deco skyscrapers along the vibrant riverfront. - Walking
Art Deco: Landmark Lobbies
Offered only in January and February, this tour offers less exposure to the elements... - Walking
Chicago Architecture: A Walk Through Time
Journey through Chicago’s architectural evolution, from the Great Fire’s aftermath to new supertall high-rises. - Walking
Chicago Board of Trade Building
The Chicago Board of Trade is a Loop icon and a City of Chicago... - Walking
Chicago Icons: Connecting Past and Present
Compare and contrast iconic buildings from the 1890s to present and learn how older... - Walking
Chicago Pedway
Discover Chicago’s underground Pedway and uncover its history, unique businesses and links to transit,... - Walking
Chicago's First Skyscrapers
Chicago is home to some of the world’s first skyscrapers. Get an up-close look... - Walking
Columbia College Student Center
One of the newest buildings in the Near South Side, Columbia College’s Student Center... - Walking
Elevated Architecture: Downtown 'L' Train
See architectural details missed by most pedestrians at street level and gain insight into... - Walking
Fine Arts Building
The Fine Arts Building has remained a hub of creativity for over 125... - Walking
Frank Lloyd Wright in Oak Park
View the exteriors of nearly a dozen of Wright’s structures. - Walking
Fulton-Randolph Market
Visit Chicago’s fastest developing neighborhood. Discover its transformation from a meatpacking hub to a... - Walking
Historic Treasures of Chicago’s Golden Age
Learn about the great architectural landmarks of Michigan Avenue and State Street. - Walking
Hotel Boom: Making Old New Again
Learn about the benefits and challenges of adaptive reuse. - Walking
Macy's on State
Celebrate the holiday season with our special tours in December featuring holiday decor. Explore... - Walking
Marquette Building
Completed in 1894, the Marquette Building brings Chicago’s early history to life in an... - Walking
Merchandise Mart
Once the largest building in the world, the Merchandise Mart remains a center for... - Walking
Modernism: Reviving the Loop
Iconic buildings, public art, urban planning and government influence—this tour covers it all. - Walking
Must-See Chicago
This fast-paced introductory tour features some of Chicago's most famous buildings. - Walking
Palmer House Hotel
The Palmer House Hotel will be adorned with holiday decorations, creating a festive ambience... - Walking
Reliance Building
Step into the Reliance building's lobby and upper floors for an immersive experience of... - Walking
Rookery Building
Explore the interior and exterior of one of Chicago’s most famous and beloved historic... - Walking
Sacred Spaces in Downtown Chicago
Visit seven completely different sites—many designed by well-known architects. - Walking
Spanish Language: Arquitectura de Chicago: Un Paseo por El Tiempo
Una vista general a la rica cultura arquitectonica de Chicago, empezando de los primeros... - Walking
The Old Post Office
Explore the new Old Post Office Building, whose early 20th-century design has been adaptively... - Walking
Tiffany in Chicago
Marvel at Chicago’s stunning Tiffany art-glass and mosaics on a tour showcasing Louis Comfort... - Walking
Union Station: Icon of a Great Age
Take in the elaborate details of this historic landmark, including the stunning Great Hall,... - 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.
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