Step back in time and explore the opulent Art Deco skyscrapers of Chicago’s Roaring ‘20s. Discover the origins of Art Deco and admire iconic buildings on this engaging tour.
- Chicago River - Discuss buildings built in the Art Deco style along the riverfront
- 333 Michigan Ave - View the exterior of the building
- Carbide and Carbon Building - View the Carbide and Carbon Building
- 66 E Wacker Pl - Visit the former Chicago Motor Club Building, 66 E Wacker Place
- 182 W Lake St - Visit the Trustees System Service Building
- Merchandise Mart - Visit Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise Plaza
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- Admission to the Chicago Architecture Center Galleries
- Professional, certified guide narration
- Coat check
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Storage for luggage or strollers
Explore the foyers of five lavish Art Deco towers constructed near the Chicago River’s shores during the commercial surge of the Roaring ‘20s. Understand how Art Deco embodied the period’s spirited optimism through its use of sumptuous materials and geometric adornment. Uncover the roots of Art Deco whilst appreciating edifices like the Carbide and Carbon Building (now Pendry Chicago), the Chicago Motor Club Building (now the Hampton Inn) and the vibrant, yet often disregarded, Trustees System Service Building (now the Century Tower)—all recognized as Chicago landmarks. As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket acquisitions directly fund our educational activities and community outreach initiatives.
- Access to building interiors featured on this tour may be subject to change without notice due to weekend and holiday schedules or unforeseen closures.
- Pets are not allowed.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.