Chicago Cultural Center Tours and Tickets

Don’t spend time figuring out what to see in Chicago and how to get there—this hop-on hop-off tour provides a mapped-out itinerary of the city's top sights. With several strategically located stops, the tour allows you to explore the Windy City at your own pace. See the world-class Art Institute and landmark skyscrapers, while audio commentary onboard gives you insight into the city's colorful history.

Take in iconic views of the beautiful Chicago skyline and its many landmarks during this Lake Michigan sightseeing boat cruise. Climb aboard your vessel for a laid-back ride, enjoying panoramic views of the Windy City's skyline from a unique perspective. Along the way, you'll listen to informative commentary and take in views of the John Hancock Center and Willis Tower, along with many other landmarks. Plus feel free to bring your own lunch or grab a drink at the onboard bar, during your ride.

Explore the art glass crafted and designed by the Tiffany Glass and Decorating Company during this 2-hour walking tour in Chicago. Following an expert guide from the Chicago Architecture Foundation, visit 4 late 19th-century landmarks that contain glass works by Louis Comfort Tiffany and his contemporaries. This sophisticated, informative tour is a must-do for history and architecture fans.

Get an insider's introduction to Chicago's most celebrated buildings during this architecture-focused walking tour of Michigan Avenue and State Street. Revisit the heyday of the skyscraper and visit stunning, Art Deco-era interiors, from the Palmer House Hotel to the Chicago Cultural Center. Admission to the Chicago Architecture Center is included, with an introduction by the docent.

See the overlooked highlights of Chicago’s Loop district with a 2-hour walking tour that takes in the best of the bustling, vibrant neighborhood’s inside spaces. Get behind the façades to explore stunningly designed interiors as you follow a specially-designed route with an experienced guide. Learn about the city’s architecture, art and history while visitng a side of Chicago that’s beyond the tourist trail, and experience the Windy City with a local perspective.

Step into the heart of Chicago with this 2-hour walking tour of the Loop. You’ll meet your local guide at the Chicago Cultural Center and make your way through the city’s downtown. Stop to check out the elevated “L” train, buildings by Burnham and Sullivan, busy commercial centers and lesser-known quiet corners of this vibrant area. You’ll come away with a deeper sense of Chicago’s rich history and architecture.

Explore the hidden side of Chicago on a 2-hour walking tour of The Loop, a bustling neighborhood that’s full of wild history, architectural landmarks and some of the city’s most fascinating characters. Follow your local guide along the sidewalk, and stop to notice the overlooked details and untold stories that even life-long locals sometimes miss. Experience the city one small piece at a time on a route that traces a path between Chicago’s littlest treasures, and get an inside look at life in the Second City.

Explore Chicago's buzzing food scene in a small group on this 3-hour walking tour. Stroll around the 'Chicago Loop', stopping at hidden gems and hearing tales of the city from your local guide,. learning how how important the immigrants that built this town are to the food scene. Taste classic Chicago foods, from deep-dish pizza to the world-famous dipped Italian beef sandwiches. At the end, you'll enjoy a delicious Secret Dish, that will be revealed only on the day of the tour.

Discover the architectural splendor of downtown Chicago—and learn all about the city’s early skyscrapers, urban planning, and modern history—on this small-group tour. Meet your guide in the morning on Michigan Avenue and set off by foot and by L train. You’ll see world-renowned landmarks like the Rookery Building, will visit the Chicago Cultural Center to admire the world’s largest Tiffany dome, will explore the Fine Arts Building, and much more.

Leave behind the parking woes and traffic troubles on this private Chicago sightseeing tour. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll hit all the stops you want—yep, you can customize them—from Wrigley Field to “The Bean” to Navy Pier, The Magnificent Mile, Chicago History Museum, and so much more. Your guide comes loaded with local insight to get you the most out of your whirlwind day in the Windy City.

Discover Chicago's bold character through its beautiful landmarks and fascinating backstories on this thoughtfully designed tour of history, contemporary life and world-famous architecture. Guests will see iconic downtown buildings, hear lesser-known stories from the past, and step inside gorgeous interior spaces.

Get to know Chicago better while having fun and enjoying a challenge on this fun scavenger hunt. You and your team will work together to collect points throughout the city, seeing the sights along the way. Steer clear of the busiest, most touristy places and get to know a different side of Chicago. You’ll see highlights like the Cloud Gate and the Art Institute along the way.

Take a walk back in time through the history of Chicago's Loop on this app-enabled tour. After downloading the app and tour to you smartphone, you and your party will listen to author Amy Bizzarri, an author and expert in Chicago history, as she leads you through walking tour of the city. The GPS-enabled tour will trigger commentary at just the right times, and you can stop and start whenever you like for a flexible experience that lets you move at your own pace. Highlights include Daley Plaza, the Chicago Theater, Berghoff Restaurant, and the Art Institute of Chicago.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or are just looking for a stress-free way to sightsee, this private, full-day driving tour makes discovering Chicago’s top sights simple. Meet your guide in the morning at your hotel, and set off: see landmarks like Wrigley Field, Grant Park, Millennium Park (and “the Bean”) all in one day. Don’t forget to bring your phone or camera to capture memorable snaps en route.

Make the best of your visit to Chicago and explore the interiors of the emblematic Loop of Chicago downtown with a private licensed guide. You will enjoy a private tour and discover the hidden architectural treasures of Chicago with a local expert. Here are some examples of what you will enjoy: - Chicago Loop, Chicago - Chicago Cultural Center - Untitled by Picasso, - Block 37, - Marshall Field's Wholesale Store, This is a private tour just for your group.

Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for top 15 tourist attractions in around Chicago Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour • It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and location. • Simply use our personally created itinerary which starts from main train station of the city then gradually moves one by one (if required). • Not necessary to download any location tracking apps. It can be listened online in any devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc.) • Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one you’re most comfortable with (should be selected at the time of booking) • It is one of the best options with lowest price for travelers who prefer flexibility on their tour. • If you have any questions about any attractions, No worries, we will answer in your language instantly.

Interact with Chicago in new found ways across two-hours of walkin', talkin' and gawkin' around downtown, uncovering incredible stories and secrets along the way! During our loop around "Da Loop" we will peel back the layers of this Great Big Onion Town, going in and out of extraordinary buildings, traversing above and below the surface of the city, to uncover how it all came to be. Expect an engaging, entertaining and wide-eye-opening experience, full of knowledge nuggets and tater thoughts you won't soon forget!

Descend below street level to discover Chicago’s famed subterranean Pedway—and pair your adventure with stops at some of the city’s best-known landmarks—on this small-group walking tour. Meet your guide in the afternoon Downtown, and head underground: you’ll stroll the Pedway and learn about its history, will see the city’s famed Tiffany dome, will stop by a lively Christmas market, and will finish at one of Chicago’s most iconic statues.

Discover the best of Downtown Chicago, all in one excursion—and enjoy a personal way to explore—on this private walking tour. Pick from a range of start times, meet your guide at Millennium Park, and set off on foot. Admire the famed Tiffany dome in Chicago Cultural Center, traipse past the city’s storied hotels, and see Picasso’s larger-than-life public sculpture: this cultural tour will introduce you to the highlights.

Delve into Chicago’s one-of-a-kind cuisine and learn something that you would never expect on this small-group Secret Food Tour. Eat your way through the most prominent neighborhoods of the city and immerse yourself in its tastes and flavors. Stroll through the Loop and Millenium Park, wander down the Riverwalk and discover iconic sights and hidden gems from another perspective. Get inside Chicago’s life through food and connect your heart and soul to the Windy City vibe while tasting classic deep-dish pizza, dipped Italian beef, and Chicago-style hot-dogs. • Benefit from small-group experience and undivided attention from your local guide • Savor the classic Chicago eats and get to know the history of their creation • Witness fascinating art objects, architecture landmarks, and beautiful cityscapes • Get useful recommendation of where to eat and drink from your guide

Take your shot at completing this Chicago Scavenger Hunt around the Loop and River North neighborhoods including the Riverwalk. Complete this solo or build a ScavSquad of up to 5 people and discover the city like never before! Use clues and hints within the app to complete the objectives (if you get stuck, you can skip and go back later). Some objectives have prizes so do your best to complete as many objectives correctly. Once complete, you can view the Leaderboard to see how you did against others.

This short but sweet and unique adventure will take you on a 2-hour walking tour by the interiors of the most iconic buildings of Chicago downtown. Dive into the extravaganza of splendid hidden gems of the city as you explore the details that no mainstream tours can offer. The itinerary is thoroughly designed by a professional local guide who knows every corner of the Chicago skyscrapers. • Get beyond the famous facades to experience the surprising interiors of the neighborhood • Follow your local guide to discover what’s hidden from most of the tourists • Be provided with fun and surprising facts about the destinations • The tour is interesting for the Chi guests as well as for the residents.

See Chicago exactly how you want to on a private, customizable tour of the city. Tell your guide, Hilary, about your group's interests, and she will curate the perfect 2-hour walking tour to match your tastes. Walk about 1.5 miles (2.4Km) through Chicago’s famous streets stopping to admire   the public art, architecture, history, and culture the city is known and loved for. Create and enjoy your ideal tour with every detail tailored just for  your group.

On this tour your guide will take you on a walk around Chicago’s historic Loop District where you will get to see some of the oldest skyscrapers in the world and we'll take you inside some of the city’s most influential and iconic buildings.Your guide will share the history of Chicago and explain the multiple architectural influences that helped shape the city's incredible skyline! Schedule: 10:00 AM Meet your guide at The Fine Arts Building 10:15 AM Visit the Marquette Building 10:30 AM Visit The Rookery 11:00 AM Visit The Palmer House 11:15 AM Visit The Sullivan Center 11:30 AM Lunch time! 12:00 PM Visit The Chicago Athletic Association hotel 12:15 PM Visit The Chicago Cultural Center 12:30 PM Visit the Wrigley Building and the Tribune Tower 1:00 PM End tour around the Wrigley Building