Chicago Walking Tour: Connecting Past and Present

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Chicago, USA

1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

Chicago is world-renowned for its architecture—and this small-group walking tour offers the ideal introduction to its iconic buildings, its architectural eras, and the starchitects who have left their impression on the city. Meet your guide at the Chicago Architecture Center and set off on foot: you’ll discover highlights like the Wrigley Building and Marina City, will see works by Renzo Piano and Frank Gehry, and will learn all about Chicago history.

Explore Chicago in the company of a trained architectural expert
Discover many of Chicago’s top landmarks, all in a single tour
Your guide will share insider stories and Chicago history as you go
Soak up the city’s ambiance when you explore on foot

What's Included

Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Narration by a professional and certified guide
Walking tour featuring some of Chicago's most famous buildings

Coat check
Food and drink
Storage for luggage and strollers

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Chicago Architecture Center
111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Meet at the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Chicago Architecture Center

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Wrigley Building

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Daley Center

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Reliance Building

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Jay Pritzker Pavilion

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Pets are not allowed.
The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 37 reviews

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A great tour!

Dhinesh_B, Apr 2025

This was a brilliant walking tour. Betsy was phenomenal! Really interesting and informative, a great walking tour. I would highly recommend this tour, and Betsy as your guide.