Chicago Walking Tour: Must-See Chicago
Description
Must-See Chicago is a fast-paced, 90-minute introductory tour to Chicago featuring some of its most famous buildings, including the Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago, Willis (Sears) Tower and more! Get a brief overview of more than a dozen buildings—as well as Chicago landmarks like Millennium Park, the Loop and the Chicago River—on this whirlwind tour. There are lots of photo opportunities along the way, so be sure to bring your camera! As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.
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Known for its Spanish Colonial Revival style, the Wrigley Building features a distinctive white terra cotta facade.
View the Chicago Riverwalk.
It’s fair to say Aqua is a star-maker, with its 2009 completion putting the city’s newest neighborhood, Lakeshore East, on the tip of everyone’s tongue. And though Aqua certainly wasn’t architect Jeanne Gang’s first project, it is the one that put her on Chicagoans' architectural radar.
Designed by Howells & Hood, the Tribune Tower was the result of an international design competition to create "the most beautiful building in the world."
View the exterior of the Art Institute of Chicago's Modern Wing.
View the Hancock Center, now 875 N Michigan Avenue.
Millennium Park is home to the famous Cloud Gate sculpture, known as "The Bean."
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pet are not allowed.
- The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
Reviews(153)
We had a wonderful day with our tour guide Rose. Would highly recommend booking tours through the architecture centre.
Fun and overflowing with information. There’s always something new to hear about and it’s a highlight for us every time we visit.
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy you enjoyed the Must-See Chicago tour and appreciate the continued support. We look forward to seeing you again the next time you visit Chicago!
This was a very enjoyable and informative tour. Rose was a great tour guide. And as someone who grew up in Chicago, I still learned a lot! I highly recommend the Chicago Architecture Center and all it's tours.
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy you enjoyed the Must-See Chicago tour and appreciate the recommendation. We look forward to seeing you on another tour!
Very interesting and informative tour. Our guide Howard was excellent. Very knowledgeable, Great first experience of Chicago
Chicago is a beautiful city with amazing architecture. Rose, our guide, provided insight and brought the buildings to life!
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy you enjoyed the Must-See Chicago tour and hope to see you again!
Great pace and we had a wonderful tour guide. Learned history about Chicago and she pointed out different designs on the buildings.
À lot to see - it was really the must of Chicago !
Thank you for the super review! We're so happy you enjoyed touring with us!
Surprised to see there aren't much reviews about our tour guide Claudia - she was absolutely fantastic! Her profound knowledge and genuine passion and excitement for Chicago architecture and history made this tour incredibly enjoyable and engaging. Left with much more appreciation and understanding for the architecture and history of this beautiful city. Highly highly recommend, and hope you are blessed to be guided by Claudia!
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy you enjoyed the tour with Claudia--she is a terrific guide! We appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again!
Excellent tour. Thomas is wonderful!
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy you enjoyed the Must See Chicago tour and hope to see you again soon!
Mary Ann S. guided us through the “Must See” Chicago tour. She was fun, kind and SUPER knowledgeable. I highly recommend ANY of the Chicago Architecture Tours. The exhibits at the Center are also wonderful.
Thank you for the terrific review! We are so happy you enjoyed the Must See Chicago tour with Mary Ann as well as your visit to the Center. We hope to see you on more tours again soon!
