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Chicago Walking Tour: Connecting Past and Present

5.0 (44 reviews) 1 h 45 min Free cancellation
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Chicago Walking Tour: Connecting Past and Present

About this activity

This lively overview of Chicago architecture explores iconic buildings from the 1890s to present. We'll compare and contrast a wide range of buildings with varying architectural styles and see how older structures connect to new skyline additions.

On this tour, we'll make seven stops in downtown Chicago where we can compare the histories and styles of buildings located within sight of each other. The tour features 19th-Century Commercial, Beaux-Arts, Mid-Century Modern and Postmodern buildings, as well as the latest in architecture from Frank Gehry, Renzo Piano and Adrian Smith. At each stop, we’ll look at the connections between the past and present and discover what inspires design today. The tour culminates with a visit to Millennium Park, where world-class art and architecture combine, creating a unique urban fabric. As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.

Private and Luxury Architecture Tours Historical Tours Walking Tours City Tours Excellent Quality Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration
1 h 45 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English
Operated by
Chicago Architecture Center

Ages: Adults (5–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
  • Included: Walking tour featuring some of Chicago's most famous buildings
  • Included: Narration by a professional and certified guide

Not included

  • Not included: Coat check
  • Not included: Food and drink
  • Not included: Storage for luggage and strollers

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    10 min Admission included

    Begin and end the tour at the Chicago Architecture Center.

  2. Wrigley Building

    5 min Admission not included

    View the Wrigley Building and some of the surrounding buildings

  3. Daley Center

    5 min Admission not included

    View the Daley Center and surrounding buildings

  4. Reliance Building

    5 min Admission not included

    View the Reliance Building and surrounding buildings

  5. Jay Pritzker Pavilion

    5 min Admission not included

    View the Pritzker Pavilion and surrounding buildings

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

End point

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

Using your ticket

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the departure time and present your ticket to the box office at the Chicago Architecture Center.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • 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

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Pets are not allowed.

  • The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.

Traveller ratings

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