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Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Riverfront

Recommended by 98% of travelers
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Chicago, USA
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Chicago is renowned for its wealth of spectacular architecture—and this small-group tour gives you the special chance to discover building interiors that most visitors overlook. In the afternoon, meet your guide in Downtown Chicago, and get ready to discover the interiors of five of the city’s most striking art deco skyscrapers. As you go, soak up the skyline views, and learn more about the city’s unique architectural history.
  • This small-group tour offers sightseeing on a personal scale
  • Discover five of Chicago’s most noteworthy art deco skyscrapers
  • This tour is perfect for architecture lovers and history buffs
  • Exploring on foot makes it easy to soak up the city’s ambiance

What's Included

  • Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
  • Narration by a professional and certified guide
  • Coat check
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Storage for luggage or strollers

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Chicago Architecture Center
    111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

    Meet inside the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour departure time.

End point

  • THE MART
    222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

    End near Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise Plaza

Ticket Redemption Point

Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Itinerary

1

Chicago River

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

333 Michigan Ave

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

Carbide and Carbon Building

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4

66 E Wacker Pl

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5

182 W Lake St

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

6

Merchandise Mart

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Stroller accessible
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Access to building interiors featured on this tour may be subject to change without notice due to weekend and holiday schedules or unforeseen closures.
  • Pets are not allowed.
  • 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

4.9
based on 87 reviews
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Highly recommend

Susan_L, Sep 2025
The buildings you see are gorgeous. Bob, our guide, was very knowledgeable, funny and enthusiastic. The walking is easy.

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