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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WalkingAqua, St. Regis Chicago & Lakeshore East
Discover two iconic buildings designed by woman-led Studio Gang and explore the surrounding Lakeshore... 
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 Icons: Connecting Past and Present
Compare and contrast iconic buildings from the 1890s to present and learn how older... 
WalkingChicago Women in Architecture
Trace the impact of female architects in Chicago’s skyline with a tour that celebrates... 
WalkingColumbia College Student Center
This tour is no longer available for public tours. If you're interested in this...
WalkingColumbia College: Revitalizing the South Loop
Explore the South Loop, one of Chicago’s hottest neighborhoods! Visit some wonderful historic buildings... 
WalkingFulton-Randolph Market
Visit Chicago’s fastest developing neighborhood. Discover its transformation from a meatpacking hub to a... 
WalkingIntro to Chicago Architecture
Discover how Chicago became both the birthplace of the skyscraper and the world-renowned “City...
WalkingMust-See Chicago
This fast-paced introductory tour features some of Chicago's most famous buildings.
WalkingNorthwestern University
Explore this stunning, wooded campus on the shore of Lake Michigan, featuring a wide... 
WalkingPub Tour: Fulton-Randolph Market
Experience Chicago’s fastest-growing neighborhood, the Fulton Market District, while enjoying artisanal drinks and gourmet...
WalkingPub Tour: Near North
Experience Chicago’s Near North side: a blend of historic architecture, Italian heritage, and vibrant... 
WalkingPub Tour: West Loop
Experience post-Chicago fire buildings, legends of the Haymarket Riots, and a few pints in...
WalkingRiverwalk West
Discover the western portion of the Riverwalk and hear how this linear park—called Chicago’s... 
WalkingThe Legacy of Northalsted
Join us in exploring Chicago’s proudest, most inclusive and colorful neighborhoods on a walk...
WalkingUniversity of Chicago
From Collegiate Gothic to Contemporary, the University of Chicago campus offers a wide range... 
WalkingWabash Avenue Arts Corridor
Explore murals by celebrated street artists on this walking tour of the Wabash Avenue...
WalkingWhat's New
This tour features some of the most recent additions to the built environment near...
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.
