City Tours
Rated as the best tours in Chicago. Our expert docents will guide you by boat, bus, train or on foot and share the stories behind the buildings.
Rated as the best tours in Chicago. Our expert docents will guide you by boat, bus, train or on foot and share the stories behind the buildings.
Voted #1 Boat Tour in the US
6 best tours and walks in Chicago
#1 Chicago Boat Tour for 10+ years
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Aqua, St. Regis Chicago & Lakeshore East
Discover two iconic buildings designed by woman-led Studio Gang and explore the surrounding Lakeshore... - Walking
Architecture of the Magnificent Mile
Explore Chicago’s evolution from a dirt road called Pine Street to the iconic Magnificent... - Walking
Art Deco Skyscrapers: The Loop
Go inside the lobbies of Art Deco masterpieces built in the heart of Chicago’s... - Walking
Art Deco Skyscrapers: The Riverfront
Explore Chicago's Roaring '20s optimism through opulent Art Deco skyscrapers along the vibrant riverfront. - Walking
Beverly (South): A Castle, Mansions and More
Tour one of Chicago’s most fascinating neighborhoods, Beverly. - Boat • our most popular tour!
CAC River Cruise aboard First Lady
The cruise that puts Architecture First. Voted #1 boat tour in the United States... - Walking
Chicago Architecture: A Walk Through Time
Journey through Chicago’s architectural evolution, from the Great Fire’s aftermath to new supertall high-rises. - Walking
Chicago Women in Architecture
Trace the impact of female architects in Chicago’s skyline with a tour that celebrates... - Walking
Chicago's First Skyscrapers
Chicago is home to some of the world’s first skyscrapers. Get an up-close look... - Walking
Chicago's Moveable Bridges
Understand how the unique Chicago-style bascule bridges work. - Walking
Civil War to Civil Rights at Oak Woods Cemetery
Explore this Victorian-era cemetery, visiting the final resting place of prominent Chicagoans and Confederate... - Walking
Columbia College: Revitalizing the South Loop
Explore the South Loop, one of Chicago’s hottest neighborhoods! Visit some wonderful historic buildings... - Walking
Explore Chinatown
Discover the art, architecture and history of Chinatown. - Walking
Fulton-Randolph Market
Visit Chicago’s fastest developing neighborhood. Discover its transformation from a meatpacking hub to a... - Walking
Gold Coast: Astor Street
Discover the architectural treasures of the Astor Street Historic District, one of Chicago's most... - Walking
Graceland Cemetery: Symbols in Stone
Curious about the different headstones, statues and symbols in a cemetery? - Walking
Historic Austin
Visit Austin’s historic late 19th and early 20th century houses, schools and storefronts. - Walking
Lights, Camera, Architecture!
Visit buildings featured in famous films and learn about Chicago's film industry. - Walking
Motor Row
Chicago's Motor Row Historic District is recognized as an official Historic Landmark District. Hear... - Walking
Must-See Chicago
This fast-paced introductory tour features some of Chicago's most famous buildings. - Walking
North Dearborn Parkway: Ashes to Affluence
Learn the history of this storied Near North neighborhood, established in the wake of... - Walking
Old Town Triangle
Tour this unique landmark district, featuring St. Michael's Church and row-houses by Adler and... - Walking
Riverwalk East
Learn about newly completed improvements to the Chicago Riverwalk—starting at the Vietnam Memorial and... - Walking
Sacred Spaces in Downtown Chicago
Visit seven completely different sites—many designed by well-known architects. - Walking
Sheffield Historic District
Explore the myriad architectural styles that make the neighborhood unique, including late 19th century... - Walking
Spanish Language: Arquitectura de Chicago: Un Paseo por El Tiempo
Una vista general a la rica cultura arquitectonica de Chicago, empezando de los primeros... - Walking
The Old Post Office
Explore the new Old Post Office Building, whose early 20th-century design has been adaptively... - Walking
Tiffany in Chicago
Marvel at Chicago’s stunning Tiffany art-glass and mosaics—one of the largest collections in the... - Walking
University of Illinois Chicago
Explore the country's first fully planned, public urban university. - Walking
What's New
This tour features some of the most recent additions to the built environment near...
discounted tour pricing for members
Free essential walking tours, 66% off premier walking tours, invitations to exclusive members-only events, and more.
accessibility & safety
The Chicago Architecture Center welcomes all visitors and is committed to making its offerings feel safe and accessible to everyone.
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