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
Chicago's Moveable Bridges
Witness the engineering marvel of Chicago’s moveable bridges, a testament to the city’s innovative... CAC River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady
Voted #1 boat tour in the United States by USA Today readers in 2024,... What's New
Discover Chicago’s architectural innovation with the “What’s New” tour, highlighting recent landmarks and urban... Millennium Park
Celebrate Millennium Park's 20th anniversary with a tour that reveals the park’s evolution from... Loop as Lab: The Walking Tour
Experience Chicago’s urban planning history with a tour that reveals the city’s growth and... Historic Treasures of Chicago’s Golden Age
Learn about the great architectural landmarks of Michigan Avenue and State Street. Modernism: Reviving the Loop
Formerly known as "Mid-Century Modern Skyscrapers," this tour delves into Chicago’s Mid-Century Modern architecture... Chicago Architecture: A Walk Through Time
Journey through Chicago’s architectural evolution, from the Great Fire’s aftermath to towering modern marvels,... Columbia College Student Center
One of the newest buildings in the Near South Side, Columbia College’s Student Center... Must-See Chicago
This fast-paced introductory tour features some of Chicago's most famous buildings. Art Deco Skyscrapers: The Riverfront
Explore Chicago's roaring '20s optimism through opulent Art Deco skyscrapers along the vibrant riverfront....
discounted tour pricing for members
Free essential walking tours, 66% off premier walking tours, invitations to exclusive members-only events, and more.
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