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Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time

Overview
Want a quick introduction to Chicago’s magnificent architecture? This 90-minute tour takes a comprehensive look at the city’s architectural history by viewing buildings in chronological order, from early skyscrapers to new supertall high rises.

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City: Chicago
Thu 05 Jun
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Starting at $35.00
Thu 05 Jun
Starting at $35.00
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What's Included
Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Narration by a professional and certified guide
Walking tour of Chicago Architecture
Additional Info
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pets are not allowed.
  • The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
What To Expect
1
Aqua Tower
View Aqua Tower and the enitre Lakeshore East development
2
Carbide and Carbon Building
View exterior of the Carbide and Carbon Building
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (172)
cwshats
Mar 2025
Great walk that covers a lot in a small little area of downtown. An interesting variety of buildings and Chicago history Betsy is a great docent that kept us entertained and managed the group well.
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy you enjoyed the tour with Betsy and hope to see you again!
veronicatF9364LV
Mar 2025
This was such a great way to see Chicago and learn about its history through architecture. We had Juan Carlos, and he was so well-informed and enthusiastic about everything he talked about- I knew next to nothing about architecture before this and I really felt like I learned a lot! The weather was gorgeous and he took us to extra areas to tell us stuff about buildings he liked and their history which added time and was super appreciated. I will recommend this to anyone visiting Chicago and I am so grateful to have experienced this tour on my trip!
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy you enjoyed the tour and appreciate the recommendation. We hope to see you again the next time you visit Chicago!
Bob W
Mar 2025
Nancy Schwab gave an excellent walking tour filled with fun information and great passion for Chicago’s architecture. Nancy even provided a paper highlight summary of her tour as we finished.
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're so happy you enjoyed the tour and hope to see you again!

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