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Tours/Chicago/Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max

Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max

Chicago2h 30min
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
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Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max
Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max

At a glance

Duration
2h 30min
Price from
$55 / person
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Meeting point: Lions outside the main entrance of the Art Institute. (111 S. Michigan Ave) Left lion if facing Art Institute.
Confirmation
Instant

Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Chicago

Description

What do the artists Picasso, Chagall, Miro, and Kapoor all have in common? Incredible public art hiding in plain sight amidst world famous architecture. Tour Chicago in a small group perfect for busy sidewalks and get up close to monumental art! Join one of our expert guides on this unique and exclusive 2.5 hour guided walking tour of Downtown Chicago. Highlights Include: Edward Kemeys’s “Lions” Juame Plensa’s “Crown Fountain” Anish Kapoor’s “Cloud Gate” (The Bean) Eduardo Kobra’s “Muddy Waters” Pablo Picasso’s “Untitled” Joan Miro’s “Chicago” Alexander Calder’s “Flamingo” Marc Chagall’s “Four Seasons” Louis Comfort Tiffany Art Glass Creation Augustus St. Gaudens “Abraham Lincoln” Marcel Francois Loyau “Clarence Buckingham Fountain”

Tour Options

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  • SEMI-PRIVATE 12ppl Max. : Save money by booking a small group tour of 12 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Private Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour

Itinerary

15 min

Juame Plensa’s “Crown Fountain” What do the artists Picasso, Chagall, Miro, and Kapoor all have in common? Incredible public art within a few blocks of each other. After the Chicago fire created a clean slate to design a new downtown during the height of the gilded age, much attention has focused on the internationally renowned architecture that populates Chicago’s downtown. However, hiding in plain sight is spectacular public art that adds depth and character to the “City of Big Shoulders”.  From metal behemoths, to massive mosaics, and murals that could be seen for miles (if the skyscrapers didn’t get in the way) some of the most famous artists from the twentieth century to today have left their blood, sweat, and tears scattered in the heart of Chicago to inspire the future and remember the past.

15 min

Anish Kapoor’s “Cloud Gate” (The Bean) What do the artists Picasso, Chagall, Miro, and Kapoor all have in common? Incredible public art within a few blocks of each other. After the Chicago fire created a clean slate to design a new downtown during the height of the gilded age, much attention has focused on the internationally renowned architecture that populates Chicago’s downtown. However, hiding in plain sight is spectacular public art that adds depth and character to the “City of Big Shoulders”.  From metal behemoths, to massive mosaics, and murals that could be seen for miles (if the skyscrapers didn’t get in the way) some of the most famous artists from the twentieth century to today have left their blood, sweat, and tears scattered in the heart of Chicago to inspire the future and remember the past.

15 min

Eduardo Kobra’s “Muddy Waters” What do the artists Picasso, Chagall, Miro, and Kapoor all have in common? Incredible public art within a few blocks of each other. After the Chicago fire created a clean slate to design a new downtown during the height of the gilded age, much attention has focused on the internationally renowned architecture that populates Chicago’s downtown. However, hiding in plain sight is spectacular public art that adds depth and character to the “City of Big Shoulders”.  From metal behemoths, to massive mosaics, and murals that could be seen for miles (if the skyscrapers didn’t get in the way) some of the most famous artists from the twentieth century to today have left their blood, sweat, and tears scattered in the heart of Chicago to inspire the future and remember the past.

15 min

Pablo Picasso’s “Untitled” What do the artists Picasso, Chagall, Miro, and Kapoor all have in common? Incredible public art within a few blocks of each other. After the Chicago fire created a clean slate to design a new downtown during the height of the gilded age, much attention has focused on the internationally renowned architecture that populates Chicago’s downtown. However, hiding in plain sight is spectacular public art that adds depth and character to the “City of Big Shoulders”.  From metal behemoths, to massive mosaics, and murals that could be seen for miles (if the skyscrapers didn’t get in the way) some of the most famous artists from the twentieth century to today have left their blood, sweat, and tears scattered in the heart of Chicago to inspire the future and remember the past.

15 min

Joan Miro’s “Chicago” What do the artists Picasso, Chagall, Miro, and Kapoor all have in common? Incredible public art within a few blocks of each other. After the Chicago fire created a clean slate to design a new downtown during the height of the gilded age, much attention has focused on the internationally renowned architecture that populates Chicago’s downtown. However, hiding in plain sight is spectacular public art that adds depth and character to the “City of Big Shoulders”.  From metal behemoths, to massive mosaics, and murals that could be seen for miles (if the skyscrapers didn’t get in the way) some of the most famous artists from the twentieth century to today have left their blood, sweat, and tears scattered in the heart of Chicago to inspire the future and remember the past.

15 min

Alexander Calder’s “Flamingo” What do the artists Picasso, Chagall, Miro, and Kapoor all have in common? Incredible public art within a few blocks of each other. After the Chicago fire created a clean slate to design a new downtown during the height of the gilded age, much attention has focused on the internationally renowned architecture that populates Chicago’s downtown. However, hiding in plain sight is spectacular public art that adds depth and character to the “City of Big Shoulders”.  From metal behemoths, to massive mosaics, and murals that could be seen for miles (if the skyscrapers didn’t get in the way) some of the most famous artists from the twentieth century to today have left their blood, sweat, and tears scattered in the heart of Chicago to inspire the future and remember the past.

15 min

Marc Chagall’s “Four Seasons” What do the artists Picasso, Chagall, Miro, and Kapoor all have in common? Incredible public art within a few blocks of each other. After the Chicago fire created a clean slate to design a new downtown during the height of the gilded age, much attention has focused on the internationally renowned architecture that populates Chicago’s downtown. However, hiding in plain sight is spectacular public art that adds depth and character to the “City of Big Shoulders”.  From metal behemoths, to massive mosaics, and murals that could be seen for miles (if the skyscrapers didn’t get in the way) some of the most famous artists from the twentieth century to today have left their blood, sweat, and tears scattered in the heart of Chicago to inspire the future and remember the past.

15 min

Marcel Francois Loyau “Clarence Buckingham Fountain” What do the artists Picasso, Chagall, Miro, and Kapoor all have in common? Incredible public art within a few blocks of each other. After the Chicago fire created a clean slate to design a new downtown during the height of the gilded age, much attention has focused on the internationally renowned architecture that populates Chicago’s downtown. However, hiding in plain sight is spectacular public art that adds depth and character to the “City of Big Shoulders”.  From metal behemoths, to massive mosaics, and murals that could be seen for miles (if the skyscrapers didn’t get in the way) some of the most famous artists from the twentieth century to today have left their blood, sweat, and tears scattered in the heart of Chicago to inspire the future and remember the past.

Highlights

Wheelchair Friendly
All Fees and Taxes
Private Guided Walking Tour
Duration 2.5 Hours
Professional Tour Guide

What's included

Included
Wheelchair Friendly
All Fees and Taxes
Private Guided Walking Tour
Duration 2.5 Hours
Professional Tour Guide
Not included
Food and Drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup or drop-off (UBER or Taxi Recommended)

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently asked questions

How long does Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max take?

Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.

How much does Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max cost?

Prices start at $55 per person for this Chicago experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max 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 Meeting point: Lions outside the main entrance of the Art Institute. (111 S. Michigan Ave) Left lion if facing Art Institute.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Exclusive Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour 12ppl Max offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 12 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible

$55/ person
Duration2h 30min
LanguagesEN
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Travellers1–12 pax
ConfirmationInstant
OperatorBabylon Tours Chicago
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