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
Best Experiences in the US
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BusArchitectural Highlights by Bus
Explore Chicago’s iconic architecture on a bus tour from the Loop through historic neighborhoods... 
WalkingArchitecture of the Magnificent Mile
Explore Chicago’s evolution from a dirt road called Pine Street to the iconic Magnificent... 
WalkingChicago Architecture: A Walk Through Time
Journey through Chicago’s architectural evolution, from the Great Fire’s aftermath to new supertall high-rises. 
WalkingChicago Icons: Connecting Past and Present
Compare and contrast iconic buildings from the 1890s to present and learn how older... 
WalkingChicago's First Skyscrapers
Chicago is home to some of the world’s first skyscrapers. Get an up-close look...
WalkingChicago's Moveable Bridges
Understand how the unique Chicago-style bascule bridges work. 
BusDevil in the White City
Step back in time to the 1893 World’s Fair with a tour that highlights... 
WalkingElevated Architecture: Downtown 'L' Train
See architectural details missed by most pedestrians at street level and gain insight into... 
WalkingHistoric Treasures of Chicago’s Golden Age
Learn about the great architectural landmarks of Michigan Avenue and State Street. 
WalkingHotel Boom: Making Old New Again
Learn about the benefits and challenges of adaptive reuse. Currently available for
WalkingMacy's on State
Come with us as we explore the fascinating history of Marshall Field’s – the...
WalkingMust-See Chicago
This fast-paced introductory tour features some of Chicago's most famous buildings.
WalkingTiffany in Chicago
Marvel at Chicago’s stunning Tiffany art-glass and mosaics—one of the largest collections in the... 
WalkingUnion Station: Icon of a Great Age
Take in the elaborate details of this historic landmark, including the stunning Great Hall,...
WalkingUptown
Discover a treasure trove of terra cotta ornamentation and creatively repurposed historic buildings. 
WalkingWicker Park
Experience the richness of late 19th-century architecture with gems such as Beer...
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.
