Chicago Walking Tour: Connecting Past and Present
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Overview
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.
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
- Walking tour featuring some of Chicago's most famous buildings
- Narration by a professional and certified guide
Not included
- Coat check
- Food and drink
- Storage for luggage and strollers
Itinerary
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1
Begin and end the tour at the Chicago Architecture Center.
10 min Admission included -
2
Wrigley Building
View the Wrigley Building and some of the surrounding buildings
5 min Admission not included -
3
Daley Center
View the Daley Center and surrounding buildings
5 min Admission not included -
4
Reliance Building
View the Reliance Building and surrounding buildings
5 min Admission not included -
5
Jay Pritzker Pavilion
View the Pritzker Pavilion and surrounding buildings
5 min Admission not included
Meeting & pickup
Everyone meets at the start point.
Schedule
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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Highly recommend the Graceland Cemetery Tour. Many prominent Chicago figures are there and the cemetery is also considered an arboretum.
It was a comprehensive tour about history, development, architecture, and past trade routes. Small details were explained with historical perspectives. Appreciate the energy and enthusiasm of the volunteer tour guides.
Thank you for your insight Virginia! the Astor St tour was 👌
A must do for anyone remotely interested in architecture in a city that has arguably contributed the most to development and building design in the US. Mary was knowledgeable and personable.
Mitch gave us a fantastic tour. With great insight to the history of Chicago. I truly recommend this tour.
Very informational tour with an excellent guide!
David Ferguson was an incredible knowledgeable guide and gave us quite the education. It was especially helpful as we did a river tour the following day and his insights from before really aided our enjoyment of the more lighthearted style of the second tour.
Superb tour with guide David Ferguson! David was thoroughly knowledgeable and informative, giving us detailed insights on the various buildings we walked by and went into. Five stars plus!!
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 1h 45m.
Is hotel pickup included?
Everyone meets at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun. Starts 11:00, 11:30, 13:00, 13:30 +1
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
No, this is a shared group experience.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 3173P19
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