Explore the adventure of how a humble path named Pine Street morphed into ‘Paris on the Prairie’ and eventually became the Magnificent Mile, the city’s top-notch shopping district. Discover the mysteries and tales behind the impressive structures on North Michigan Avenue, which have evolved into architectural landmarks.

Over the past century, the street has been developed to include architecture influenced by historical styles including Parisian, Gothic, neoclassical, and Art Deco, sprinkled amidst Modern and 21st Century buildings. You will encounter skyscrapers, vertical shopping centers, hotels, residential towers, and buildings specifically designed to reflect the brands featured inside.

As an accredited nonprofit, every CAC ticket purchase directly fuels our educational programs and community outreach initiatives.

• Access to building interiors featured on this tour may be subject to change without notice due to weekend and holiday schedules or unforeseen closures.
• Pets are not allowed.