Chicago Walking Tour: The Magnificent Mile

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Chicago, USA

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

Learn all about the history beyond one of Chicago’s best-known thoroughfares—and spot numerous architectural icons as you go—on this small-group walking tour of the Magnificent Mile. Meet your guide at the Chicago Architecture Center and set off to soak up the street’s ambiance, and discover highlights like the Wrigley Building, John Hancock Center, and more. Entry to the Chicago Architecture Center is also included, so you can extend the experience.

This small-group tour is capped at 10 people to keep things personal
Get to know the Magnificent Mile, one of Chicago’s top highlights
Learn insider stories and spot landmarks that most visitors overlook
Admission to the Chicago Architecture Center is included in the cost

What's Included

Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Narration by a professional and certified guide
Walking tour of the Magnificent Mile

Food and drink
Storage for luggage and strollers
Coat check

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

The Magnificent Mile

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Michigan Avenue Bridge (Pass By)

Starbucks Coffee Company (Pass By)

Wrigley Building (Pass By)

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG (Pass By)

Burberry (Pass By)

John Hancock Center (Pass By)

Woman's Athletic Club (Pass By)

Tribune Tower (Pass By)

Additional Info

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

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
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 10 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 47 reviews

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Fantastic!

julie_d, Dec 2023

Listening to the history of Chicago. Seeing the buildings and people up close instead of in a car. We had plenty of time to take pictures.

Knowledgeable and Friendly

Sasha_C, Mar 2023

The docent was very knowledgeable and friendly. I really enjoyed the walk. Lots of history at the Magnificent Mile.

Great time on Magnificent Mile walking tour

Liz_C, Oct 2021

Highly recommend this tour. Our guide Tim was knowledgeable and was very kind and fun to be with! We learned so much and the experience delivered more than expected!

Muy informativa

Jordi_P, Jan 2025

Personalemente nos gusto mucho ya que nos dieron una cantidad de información sobre esta famosa calle y los edificios que la rodean. Es perfecta para saber mas sobre la historia de la ciudad