Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Want a quick introduction to Chicago’s magnificent architecture? This 90-minute tour takes a comprehensive look at the city’s architectural history by viewing buildings in chronological order, from early skyscrapers to new supertall high rises.
As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.
Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Narration by a professional and certified guide
Walking tour of Chicago Architecture
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Storage for luggage or strollers
Coat check
Departure Point
111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Meet at the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601
Return Details
111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Meet at the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601
111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA Begin and end the tour at the Chicago Architecture Center. 5 minutes
177 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601, Verenigde Staten Built in the late 1800's, this building features a distinctive cast-iron front. 5 minutes
203 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, Verenigde Staten View the Virgin Hotel. 5 minutes
68 E Wacker Pl, Chicago, IL 60601, Verenigde Staten View the renovated Chicago Motor Club 5 minutes
Aqua Tower, Chicago, Illinois, United States View Aqua Tower and the enitre Lakeshore East development
455 Cityfront Plaza Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA This building, which houses NBC's Chicago offices, is a Post-Modern interpretation of the Art Deco style. 5 minutes
Carbide and Carbon Building, Chicago, Illinois, United States View exterior of the Carbide and Carbon Building 5 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pets are not allowed.
The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
fached
17 Oct 2024
The guide was so knowledgeable! The buildings were stunning! I learned quite a lot, not just about the buildings, but about Chicago's special architectural styles.
Noraatc
11 Oct 2024
We embarked on yet another CAC tour, the fourth one, called “Chicago Architecture: A Walk Through Time”, but our docent didn’t arrive and we got a substitute. He was a nice person but storytelling clearly isn’t his strong suit. We got bored because this tour had basically nothing new for us on its agenda after the three brilliant tours we have already taken. We brought our apologies and continued on our own.
Having said that, I still highly recommend taking this tour, if you are interested in the history of spectacular Chicago architecture.
266jannism
01 Oct 2024
I found it very interesting as a 15 year old, even if I didn't believe it. We had a very nice manager.
This tour in
Chicago
is organized by
Chicago Architecture Center
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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