Embark on a walking tour of Chicago's more-recent architecture heritage with a 2-hour stroll highlighting the city's modern, postmodern, and international structures. Especially known for its architectural originality, Chi-town boasts everything from the elegant metal and glass tower of One South Dearborn to the Harold Washington Library, with its Beaux-Arts inspired exterior. Your guide will highlight these and other unique buildings, relaying background on their individual histories and construction en route.
Modern Chicago loop skyscrapers
Explore Chicago's international, modern and postmodern movements
Great for architecture buffs as well as anyone with a simple interest in the buildings of Chicago
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Walking tour of Chicago's modern and postmodern architecture
Narration by a professional and certified guide
Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink
Departure & Return
Departure point
Please meet 15 minutes before departure at the Chicago Architecture Center. Parking available at the building garage.
Return Details
Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
The Chicago Architecture Center or CAC (formerly the Chicago Architecture Foundation, CAF) is at the south end of the Magnificent Mile near the intersection of Michigan and Wacker.
Tour Guides are trained and certified by the CAC. As volunteers, they are exceptionally motivated, enthusiastic, and capable interpreters of Chicago's world-class architectural legacy. CAC tours are the real deal - narrated, but not scripted, led by Chicago enthusiasts
Not recommended for young children
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.