Discover the iconic buildings of Chicago on this engaging architecture tour. Explore the city’s rich architectural history and see how old and new structures connect to create a unique urban fabric.
Discover the iconic buildings of Chicago on this engaging architecture tour. Explore the city’s rich architectural history and see how old and new structures connect to create a unique urban fabric.
- Chicago Architecture Center - Begin and end the tour at the Chicago Architecture Center.
- Wrigley Building - View the Wrigley Building and some of the surrounding buildings
- Daley Center - View the Daley Center and surrounding buildings
- Reliance Building - View the Reliance Building and surrounding buildings
- **Jay Pritzker…
- Chicago Architecture Center - Begin and end the tour at the Chicago Architecture Center.
- Wrigley Building - View the Wrigley Building and some of the surrounding buildings
- Daley Center - View the Daley Center and surrounding buildings
- Reliance Building - View the Reliance Building and surrounding buildings
- Jay Pritzker Pavilion - View the Pritzker Pavilion and surrounding buildings
- Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
- Walking tour featuring Chicago’s renowned buildings
- Guidance by a professional, certified guide
- Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
- Walking tour featuring Chicago’s renowned buildings
- Guidance by a professional, certified guide
- Coat check
- Food and drink
- Storage for luggage and strollers
- Coat check
- Food and drink
- Storage for luggage and strollers
This vibrant exploration of Chicago’s architectural landscape takes you through famed structures from the 1890s to the current day. Our journey will allow us to appraise diverse buildings with a variety of architectural designs, examining how past constructions have influenced the city’s modern skyline.
We will have seven engagement points in downtown…
This vibrant exploration of Chicago’s architectural landscape takes you through famed structures from the 1890s to the current day. Our journey will allow us to appraise diverse buildings with a variety of architectural designs, examining how past constructions have influenced the city’s modern skyline.
We will have seven engagement points in downtown Chicago, allowing us to juxtapose the rich histories and diverse styles of edifices in close proximity to each other. Our travelogue includes visits to Commercial 19th-Century, Beaux-Arts, Mid-Century Modern, and Postmodern structures, along with the latest works by renowned architects like Frank Gehry, Renzo Piano, and Adrian Smith. At every stop, we’ll delve into the interconnections between the bygone and the current, and explore what stimulates contemporary architectural creativity. This enlightening expedition ends with a trip to Millennium Park, a blend of world-class art and architectural brilliance which enhances the city’s distinctive urban texture. Being a certified nonprofit, every ticket purchase directly benefits our educational programs and community outreach activities.
- Pets are not allowed.
- The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.