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
If you encounter any difficulties booking a tour online, please contact us at 312.922.3432. Our call center is available daily from 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Walking
Beverly (South): A Castle, Mansions and More
Tour one of Chicago’s most fascinating neighborhoods, Beverly. - Walking
Evanston Along the Lake
Diverse architectural styles from Queen Anne to Modern frame the tranquil lakefront in Daniel... - Walking
Fort Sheridan
See how adaptive reuse has given this historic military base new life. - Bus
Frank Lloyd Wright by Bus
Embark on a journey through Frank Lloyd Wright’s evolution of Prairie Style architecture with... - Walking
Frank Lloyd Wright in Oak Park
View the exteriors of nearly a dozen of Wright’s structures. *CAC Select tour* - Walking
Lake Forest Cemetery
Hear stories of Lake Forest's founding and those who made their mark from Civil... - Walking
Northwestern University
Explore this stunning, wooded campus on the shore of Lake Michigan, featuring a wide...
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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