Chicago River Architecture Walking Tour: Explore Landmarks
4.9
19 Ratings
Chicago

Plunge into a journey along the Chicago River, appreciating the remarkable architecture and noteworthy landmarks that constitute the essence of the Windy City.

Our proficient guides will introduce you to Chicago in a fresh perspective, delving into the city’s past, architecture, and heritage alongside you.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Tribune Tower - Gothic Revival design adorned with flying buttresses and Art Deco sculptures [View from outside of building]

  • Wrigley Building - One of the most recognizable buildings in Chicago, featuring a Spanish-inspired clocktower [View from outside of building]

  • Chicago River - Hear harrowing tales of how the history of the city is written in water.

  • Chicago Riverwalk - Explore the paths that have been in planning for a century and completed in the last decade

  • Marina City - Learn about how a whole community was built into one development.

  • Merchandise Mart - The largest building in the world when it opened in 1930, integrating elements from warehouses, department stores, and skyscrapers.

What's Included
  • Professional, local guide
  • Entertaining tour experience
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Location
Jack Brickhouse Statue
North Michigan Avenue
Meet your guide next to the Tribune Tower by the Jack Brickhouse Statue at the front of Pioneer Court (near N. Michigan Ave).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(19 Ratings)
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Allicata2022
Apr 7, 2024
Architectural Tour with Family - Isabel was energetic, delightful and gave a great tour. No complaints from my teenagers who were in tow. We learnt a lot about the city and it made us want to do more tours with Experience First.
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R8538wgshubhamk
Mar 29, 2024
Great experience. Guide was super easy to understand and energetic. - The views was amazing and the guide was really explaining well about the history of Chicago famous buildings.Overall, Great experience.
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Daydream65880918534
Mar 27, 2024
Best Tour - The tour with Isabel was great, she is very entertaining and cool and is happy about every goose that comes by. Anytime again
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Jonatanl628
Mar 27, 2024
The best tour in Chicago - The tour was fantastic, especially thanks to the emphasis of the guide Isabel! The best tour you can do in Chicago!
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M419nysunilp
Mar 25, 2024
A great tour. Isabel is excellent - Isabel is an excellent guide. She has a passion for the city which makes her different. She knew all the history, well versed in architecture. I would definitely recommend this tour to visitors.
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Guide728305
Feb 13, 2024
You can't miss this tour! - We loved the tour, it was the best way to get to know and walk around the city. We had an amazing guide. We would definitely recommend this experience!
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454ciprianv
Feb 6, 2024
The start of skyscrapers history - Really nice guide, many interesting facts about the Chicago architecture. The history of Chicago is amazing! Recommend this for everyone!
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Carolar2020
Jan 26, 2024
A great thing to to in Chicago- even in Winter - It was so informative!!!! Thank you very much Chris for the great tour! We loved your stories about the most important buildings next to the Chicago River
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Dream30633969665
Dec 28, 2023
INCREDIBLE! Couldn’t be better - Isabel was a fantastic tour guide! Gave much insight not just to the architecture of Chicago but the city as a whole! Very enjoyable & friendly!
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Jilliansm6905ct
Dec 17, 2023
Top marks for Chicago River Architecture Walking Tour - We loved our tour with Isabel - she had an amazing knowledge of both Chicago and its architecture and we had so much fun. Thanks Isabel! Highly recommend doing a walking tour - you get so much more info. Jillian, New Zealand
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