Chicago Walking Tour: Must-See Chicago
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Must-See Chicago is a fast-paced, 90-minute introductory tour to Chicago featuring some of its most famous buildings, including the Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago, Willis (Sears) Tower and more!
Get a brief overview of more than a dozen buildings—as well as Chicago landmarks like Millennium Park, the Loop and the Chicago River—on this whirlwind tour. There are lots of photo opportunities along the way, so be sure to bring your camera!
As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pet are not allowed.
The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Walking tour featuring some of Chicago's most famous buildings
Narration by a professional and certified guide
Coat check
Food and drink
Storage for luggage and strollers
What To Expect
Wrigley Building
Known for its Spanish Colonial Revival style, the Wrigley Building features a distinctive white terra cotta facade.
Chicago Riverwalk
View the Chicago Riverwalk.
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Must-See Chicago
Reviews
124 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must do Must see Chicago tour
Roving34133231034,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lori was an amazing guide. She is so knowledgeable about Chicago history and the architecture of the buildings. She w thoroughly enjoyed this tour and learned a lot about the city.
The tour gives context to the buildings in Chicago.
C4467FNjimg,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michelle gave an excellent tour. These tours are a great way to learn about the city. She gave me things to look for when I walked around the city.
Michelle Taught Me Architecture Concepts
briceman,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michelle P not only provided a history of Chicago architecture, but I learned a heck of a lot about architecture concepts like what does “Modernism “ mean as opposed to “post-modernism “ ( and a whole lot more).
The guide was very...
Harold G,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was very knowledgeable and very friendly. It was a great way to see the city and better understand architectural styles l.
Informative tour of downtown gems
Paul S,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is what a very informative tour of several downtown buildings and parks. Our tour guide Hope was very knowledgeable and friendly and happily answered all our questions.
A travel through time with Chicago’s iconic buildings
heikesF8162AP,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a fantastic tour with Anna who shared a lot of interesting information and insights into Chicago’s iconic buildings. The tour was a very good mixture of architecture, art and history of Chicago. The time passed quickly and I could have continued for much longer. I really enjoyed this tour and can only recommend doing it.
Wonderful introduction to the Chicago cityscape.
OddNick,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fabulous introduction to the buildings and cityscape of downtown Chicago. Our guide Anna was friendly knowledgeable and fun. Even with a larger group, it was still a great experience and felt very personal. At 90 minutes long, it was the perfect length.
Chicago 's finest
agnesb633,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anna was very knowledgeable, kind, engaging and entertaining. We learned a lot and enjoyed every minute of it. A must in Chicago!
Engaging, and a must in Chicago.
Agnes B,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Anna, our guide was very knowledgeable, kind, interesting, and entertaining. A wonderful experience.
Great tour with Anna
marks375 23,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Anna, did a great job. She was very knowledgeable, and very enthusiastic about the subject. Highly recommend
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