Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $35 / person
- Location
- Chicago, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 233 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Chicago Architecture Center
- Meeting point
- Meet at the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601
Description
Want a quick introduction to Chicago’s magnificent architecture? This 90-minute tour takes a comprehensive look at the city’s architectural history by viewing buildings in chronological order, from early skyscrapers to new supertall high rises. As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 5+)
- $35
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Begin and end the tour at the Chicago Architecture Center.
Built in the late 1800's, this building features a distinctive cast-iron front.
View the Virgin Hotel.
View the renovated Chicago Motor Club
Aqua Tower
View Aqua Tower and the enitre Lakeshore East development
This building, which houses NBC's Chicago offices, is a Post-Modern interpretation of the Art Deco style.
Carbide and Carbon Building
View exterior of the Carbide and Carbon Building
What's included
Included
Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Narration by a professional and certified guide
Walking tour of Chicago Architecture
Not included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Storage for luggage or strollers
Coat check
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
233 reviews
How it compares in Chicago
- Rated higher than 71% of 177 reviewed tours in Chicago
- Starting price $35 is 36% below the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Chicago
- Price unchanged over the last 29 days
Excurgo comparison of 522 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pets are not allowed.
- The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time take?
Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this Chicago experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, and 2:00 PM.
Can I cancel Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet at the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 233 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Chicago Architecture Center.
Reviews(233)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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