Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Narration by a professional and certified guide
Walking tour of Chicago Architecture
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Storage for luggage or strollers
Coat check

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Begin and end the tour at the Chicago Architecture Center.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Built in the late 1800's, this building features a distinctive cast-iron front.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    View the Virgin Hotel.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    View the renovated Chicago Motor Club

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • Aqua Tower (Pass by)

    View Aqua Tower and the enitre Lakeshore East development

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    This building, which houses NBC's Chicago offices, is a Post-Modern interpretation of the Art Deco style.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    View exterior of the Carbide and Carbon Building

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Chicago Architecture Center

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Architecture Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Seasonal
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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