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Great Tour - Must Do in Chicago
Fabulous tour. Our guide Kate was amazing, knowledgeable and so informative plus her enthusiasm made the tour very enjoyable. A must do when in Chicago
Original Chicago Architecture Interiors Tour: Dazzling Interiors
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $35 / person
- Location
- Chicago, United States
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1,843 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Inside Chicago Walking Tours
- Meeting point
- Meet in the plaza in front of 425 S. Financial Place, near the large metal horse sculpture.
Description
UPDATE 2024: Don't be fooled by the copycats out there offering shady copies of our award-winning tours for $1 cheaper! There's only one company that's exclusively offered interiors-themed tours in Chicago for more than a decade, and that's INSIDE CHICAGO WALKING TOURS. Our "World Within: Dazzling Interiors of the Loop" tour is Chicago's first and best architecture interiors tour. Accept no imitations! Explore some of the most stunning interior spaces you’ll ever see – spaces you’d surely pass by without a second glance if you weren’t shown them by a seasoned, in-the-know tour guide. Ranging from stained glass mosaics from the turn of the century to soaring Art Deco spaces from the Roaring 20s, these spaces are some of the most beautiful in the city -- and open to us to explore!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 11–64)
- $35
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $30
- Child (ages 5–10)
- $30
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Chicago Board Of Trade Building
You'll experience a true Art Deco gem, inside and out!
Downtown / The Loop
We'll visit other stunning interiors not listed here -- it'll be a wonderful surprise!
Chicago Cultural Center
After stopping inside to see the beautiful interiors of several buildings in the Loop, starting with the Chicago Board of Trade, we end inside the Chicago Cultural Center.
What's included
Included
Local guide
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1,843 reviews
How it compares in Chicago
- Rated higher than 78% of 175 reviewed tours in Chicago
- No. 11 by number of reviews among 523 tours in Chicago
- Starting price $35 is 39% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Chicago
Excurgo comparison of 523 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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 this tour take?
Original Chicago Architecture Interiors Tour: Dazzling Interiors lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour 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 this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–10 pay from $30, adults from $35.
Can I cancel this tour 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 in the plaza in front of 425 S. Financial Place, near the large metal horse sculpture. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour 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 20 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.
Reviews(1,843)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Dazzling Interiors
Kate is an amazing tour guide. Extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about exploring the wonderful interior around Chicago. Highly recommend for architecture lovers or travelers
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Great tour guide!
Heath, the guide, helped make the tour very engaging with his considerable amount of knowledge and details about the subject of Chicago architecture. I highly recommend the tour!!
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Exceeded our expectations
Heath is a very knowledgeable guide. The buildings we visited were all spectacular and we saw as much as is possible within a 2-hour window. I highly recommend this tour as an introduction to Chicago’s architectural gems.
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Beautifully done
This is the OG tour for a reason. Don’t settle for the copy cats. She really knows her stuff.
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Saw the interiors of some beautiful historic buildings!
Was a tour and a wonderful guide!
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Amazing tour.
Do it. One of the best I’ve ever been on. Great time for everyone. Absolutely amazing. Guide was awesome and very knowledgeable and so easy going. Definitely recommend
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Chicago history as told through stunning architecture
A fascinating tour of some spots I would have never thought to check out on my own. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging, and his love for the city was apparent. He even managed to keep my eight-year-old interested throughout. A good mix of outdoor and indoor settings, with plenty of rest spots, very manageable even for those who aren't big on walking. A great way to take in Chicago history.
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Fantastic tour!
What a fantastic tour with . Not only do you get to see inside of the buildings, but you get all the information to truly appreciate what you are looking at. I feel like I learned so much and really put into context how unique Chicago is.We did this before the boat tour and both were fantastic. Highly highly recommend!
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Great experience delivered by a brilliant tour guide!
A really phenomenal experience! I took this tour having met one of the guides on a boat tour. They were so good it encouraged me to do the walking tour as well and I am so glad I did! This was a great opportunity to see some of the amazing insides in some of the most exciting buildings in Chicago. The guide was super friendly and informative and gave me a new appreciation for architecture. I would hugely recommend this amazing tour!!
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