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.
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.
Options
Must-See Chicago
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
148 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great pace and we had a...
btmleuschner,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great pace and we had a wonderful tour guide. Learned history about Chicago and she pointed out different designs on the buildings.
The real must of Chicago
499isabellea,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00À lot to see - it was really the must of Chicago !
Fantastic! Must-See for Sure!
L5321HHjuliab,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Surprised to see there aren't much reviews about our tour guide Claudia - she was absolutely fantastic! Her profound knowledge and genuine passion and excitement for Chicago architecture and history made this tour incredibly enjoyable and engaging. Left with much more appreciation and understanding for the architecture and history of this beautiful city. Highly highly recommend, and hope you are blessed to be guided by Claudia!
Chicago Must See
yvonnedV7618UL,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Thomas is wonderful!
MUST SEE with Chicago Architecture Center!
judymN2308KU,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mary Ann S. guided us through the “Must See” Chicago tour. She was fun, kind and SUPER knowledgeable. I highly recommend ANY of the Chicago Architecture Tours. The exhibits at the Center are also wonderful.
Fantastic walking tour
kristenf416,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Matt was fantastic! He shared so much information and happily took all of our questions. We left with a deep appreciation of the architects that built our beautiful city. We talked about what we learned all the way home and are already planning our next walking tour! Highly recommend!
A great introduction to the city.
christophersX2008JM,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went Sandy who was delightful, informative, and clearly loves her city. The tour introduced highlights of Chicago architecture, monuments, and sculptures with stories and insights make you feel like you know some of the secrets of the city. Highly recommend.
Dig Deeper into Chicago's History and Architecture
Excursion11363742044,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wayne, our guide, was very informative and ran a well paced tour. We also did the boat tour. Participating in both tours offered more insight into the history and architecture of this beautiful city!
Lovely tour!
Dafne C,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience and very informative tour! 100% worth doing, we really enjoyed the overview of the city, its history and architecture. Highly recommend
A great experience with a greater guide
sarahsohyunjang,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great. You can understand Chicago better. Paul was the guide and his explanations were highly insightful.
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