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Guided tour
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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.
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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.
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See key architectural milestones such as early steel-frame structures, Art Deco icons like the Carbide & Carbon Building, and contemporary towers including Aqua.
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Your ticket includes flexible entry to the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) with seven-day validity from your tour date.
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Explore detailed scale models, interactive exhibits, and inspiring design-innovations at your own pace.
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90-minute walking tour of Chicago's architecture
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Certified guide
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Small-group tour (limited to 15 participants)
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Entry to the Chicago Architecture Center with a 7-day validity
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Access to all ongoing exhibits
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Guided tour of the Chicago Architecture Center
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Food and beverages
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Hotel pick-up/drop-off
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- TOTAL DURATION90 minutesMODE OF TRANSFERWalkTimelineMap10 min by walk0.6 km3 min by walk0.2 km10 min by walk0.75 km18 min by walk1.4 km
Passes By
Aqua Tower
9 min by walk0.65 km4 min by walk0.27 km
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
What’s not allowed
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Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted on the tour or inside the Chicago Architecture Center.
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Pets are not allowed; only registered service animals may enter.
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Alcohol, drugs, and intoxicated guests are strictly prohibited on the tour and inside the Center.
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Smoking and vaping are not permitted during the walking tour or inside the Center.
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Entry/admission to Virgin Hotels Chicago, Aqua Tower, Hampton Inn Chicago, NBC Tower, and Carbide & Carbon Building in not included.
Accessibility
- Both the walking tour and the Chicago Architecture Center are wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
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The walking tour is conducted in English.
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Group size is limited to 15 guests.
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The tour departs from the Chicago Architecture Center; check your ticket for the exact meeting point.
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Personal listening devices are available; they are compatible with a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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Your ticket includes admission to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your tour date.
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The itinerary is subject to change, in accordance with health & safety policies, without notice.
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Tours operate rain or shine; dress for outdoor conditions.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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