Chicago Architecture Center

Unlock the stories behind Chicago’s world-famous skyline at the Chicago Architecture Center. Dive into interactive exhibits, then step out on guided walking tours like Must-See Chicago or Walk Through Time. Perfect for architecture lovers and curious explorers, these experiences reveal the design genius that shaped the Windy City.

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Slide 1 of 10, Guests exploring architectural models at the Chicago Architectural Center.

Chicago Architecture Center Exhibit Admission

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Explore two floors of immersive exhibits at Chicago’s premier cultural destination, where the skyline and neighborhoods are vividly recreated.
See the City Model Experience, featuring supersized scale models of over 4,000 Chicago buildings.
Take a self-paced tour of permanent and temporary exhibits for a deeper dive into the city’s architectural history.
Upgrade your visit with a guided walking tour for added context and expert storytelling.
Choose between discovering must-see city landmarks or tracing Chicago’s architectural evolution on a small-group, certified-guide tour.

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Explore two floors of immersive exhibits at Chicago’s premier cultural destination, where the skyline and neighborhoods are vividly recreated.
See the City Model Experience, featuring supersized scale models of over 4,000 Chicago buildings.
Take a self-paced tour of permanent and temporary exhibits for a deeper dive into the city’s architectural history.
Upgrade your visit with a guided walking tour for added context and expert storytelling.
Choose between discovering must-see city landmarks or tracing Chicago’s architectural evolution on a small-group, certified-guide tour.

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$15

Slide 1 of 9, Guided group walking under Calder's Flamingo sculpture in Chicago.

Architecture Center Admission with Must-See Chicago Walking Tour

1 hr 30 mins

See Chicago’s must-see landmarks on a guided walking tour through downtown, plus included entry to the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC).
Stroll past the city’s greatest hits, from the exuberant Wrigley Building to Millennium Park, the city's front lawn.
Enjoy historic stories, fun facts, and photo ops as you explore a rich mix of architecture styles, from the historic Art Deco facades to modern skyscrapers.
Wrap up with same-day or flexible access (within seven days) to the CAC and explore engaging exhibits, including supersized scale models of Chicago's skyline.

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See Chicago’s must-see landmarks on a guided walking tour through downtown, plus included entry to the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC).
Stroll past the city’s greatest hits, from the exuberant Wrigley Building to Millennium Park, the city's front lawn.
Enjoy historic stories, fun facts, and photo ops as you explore a rich mix of architecture styles, from the historic Art Deco facades to modern skyscrapers.
Wrap up with same-day or flexible access (within seven days) to the CAC and explore engaging exhibits, including supersized scale models of Chicago's skyline.

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$35

Slide 1 of 8, Skyscrapers at 111 E. Wacker Dr. in Chicago with clear blue sky.

Chicago Architecture Center Admission With Walk Through Time Tour

1 hr 30 mins

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Trace Chicago’s architectural evolution on a guided 90-minute walking tour, from 1870s reconstruction to today’s glass-and-steel marvels.
Enjoy the intimacy of a small group (limited to 15) and ask questions as your Chicago Architecture Center-certified guide brings each building’s design and era to life.
See key architectural milestones such as early steel-frame structures, Art Deco icons like the Carbide & Carbon Building, and contemporary towers including Aqua.
Your ticket includes flexible entry to the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) with seven-day validity from your tour date.
Explore detailed scale models, interactive exhibits, and inspiring design-innovations at your own pace.

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Trace Chicago’s architectural evolution on a guided 90-minute walking tour, from 1870s reconstruction to today’s glass-and-steel marvels.
Enjoy the intimacy of a small group (limited to 15) and ask questions as your Chicago Architecture Center-certified guide brings each building’s design and era to life.
See key architectural milestones such as early steel-frame structures, Art Deco icons like the Carbide & Carbon Building, and contemporary towers including Aqua.
Your ticket includes flexible entry to the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) with seven-day validity from your tour date.
Explore detailed scale models, interactive exhibits, and inspiring design-innovations at your own pace.

from

$35

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Go City Chicago Explorer Pass: Choose from 39 Attractions

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Choose 2-7 attractions from a curated list of 39 top Chicago experiences-museums, architecture tours, river cruises, and more; and visit them on your own schedule.
Choose from Chicago's top attractions like the Field Museum and Adler Planetarium to build your perfect sightseeing lineup!
Add hop-on-hop-off bus tours, scenic river cruises, guided walking adventures, and more to explore the city the way you like!
Your pass kicks in the moment you tap your QR code at your first attraction, giving you 30 consecutive days to redeem the rest.

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Choose 2-7 attractions from a curated list of 39 top Chicago experiences-museums, architecture tours, river cruises, and more; and visit them on your own schedule.
Choose from Chicago's top attractions like the Field Museum and Adler Planetarium to build your perfect sightseeing lineup!
Add hop-on-hop-off bus tours, scenic river cruises, guided walking adventures, and more to explore the city the way you like!
Your pass kicks in the moment you tap your QR code at your first attraction, giving you 30 consecutive days to redeem the rest.

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$84