Premium Chicago City Tour Small Group ICONIC Landmarks & Skyline
(8) Reviews
Illinois
About
Discover the architectural soul of Chicago on a thoughtfully curated half-day city tour. Travel through the city’s most influential districts, from historic riverfront landmarks to groundbreaking modern skyscrapers. Explore the Loop’s civic, financial, and architectural core, admire world-renowned towers, and experience Chicago’s most celebrated public spaces. This small-group tour offers a comprehensive introduction to Chicago’s skyline, history, and urban design, concluding with a panoramic skyline view before returning guests to the original pickup point. Ideal for first-time visitors and architecture enthusiasts alike.
Explore Chicago’s iconic riverfront skyscrapers and historic bridges...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Granola Bar
Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
Personal Expenses
Gratuities
Meals, Food and Drinks
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Age and Safety: Guests under 18 must be with at least one adult. Pregnant women can join the tour only if they are 24 weeks pregnant or less by the end of the trip.
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Tickets and Charges: We do not accept City Passes or personal tickets for attractions. Admission and meal prices may change without notice. Tickets cannot be refunded if prices drop and no price matches on attractions are allowed.
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Booking Details: Provide accurate information, including your name, contact details (preferably a mobile number), and flight information. Errors can affect your travel and any losses due to incorrect information will be your responsibility.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Itinerary
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Chicago
Itinerary:
Michigan Avenue & Chicago River: (20 mins) - Tribune Tower – Wrigley Building – DuSable Bridge
Chicago Riverside Skyscraper Experimental Zone: Trump Tower (Pass by) - 330 North Wabash (Pass by) (formerly IBM Building / Langham Hotel) - Marina City (Corn Cob Towers) (Pass by)
Chicago School & Loop Core Area: The MART (Merchandise Mart) (3 mins) - Civic Opera House (Pass by) - The CME Group Building(Pass by) - Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower) (10 mins)
Financial Order and Urban Power: Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) (Pass by) - Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago (Pass by)
Public Spaces · Road Culture · Urban Symbols: Historic Route 66 Begin Sign and Art Institute of Chicago (10 mins) - Millennium Park (Pass by)- Cloud Gate (The Bean) (30 mins)
Chicago City Skyline (10 mins)
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Michigan Avenue Bridge
Michigan Avenue & Chicago River: Begin along Chicago’s most famous boulevard and riverfront, where the city’s architectural identity was shaped. See the Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, and cross the DuSable Bridge for classic skyline views
20 minutes
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Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago
Tribune Tower: A neo-Gothic landmark famous for embedding stones from historic sites worldwide, symbolizing Chicago’s global ambition.
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330 N Wabash Ave
330 North Wabash: Designed by Mies van der Rohe, this minimalist tower exemplifies Chicago’s influence on modern international architecture.
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Marina City
Marina City: Instantly recognizable for its “corn cob” shape, these twin towers pioneered mixed-use urban living.
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Merchandise Mart
Merchandise Mart: Once the world’s largest building by floor area, it remains a global hub for design and commerce.
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Civic Opera House
Civic Opera House: An Art Deco landmark blending culture and business, reflecting Chicago’s commitment to the arts.
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CME Group
CME Group Building: Home to the world’s largest derivatives marketplace, symbolizing Chicago’s global financial influence.
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Willis Tower
Willis Tower: Once the tallest building in the world, this engineering marvel remains a defining symbol of Chicago.
10 minutes
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Chicago Board of Trade Building
Chicago Board of Trade Building: An Art Deco masterpiece highlighting Chicago’s historic role in commodities trading.
5 minutes
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Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago: A powerful symbol of Chicago’s role in national monetary policy.
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Route 66 End Sign
Historic Route 66 Begin Sign: Celebrates Chicago’s place in American road culture and cross-country travel history.
Art Institute of Chicago (Exterior): One of the world’s premier art museums anchoring the city’s cultural scene.
10 minutes
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Millennium Park
Millennium Park: A modern public space blending art, architecture, and community design.
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Cloud Gate
Cloud Gate: Known as “The Bean,” this reflective sculpture invites visitors to interact with the city’s skyline.
30 minutes
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Chicago Skyline
Chicago Skyline View: The tour concludes with a panoramic view uniting historic towers and modern icons
Premium Chicago City Tour Small Group ICONIC Landmarks & Skyline
(8) Reviews
Illinois
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About
Discover the architectural soul of Chicago on a thoughtfully curated half-day city tour. Travel through the city’s most influential districts, from historic riverfront landmarks to groundbreaking modern skyscrapers. Explore the Loop’s civic, financial, and architectural core, admire world-renowned towers, and experience Chicago’s most celebrated public spaces. This small-group tour offers a comprehensive introduction to Chicago’s skyline, history, and urban design, concluding with a panoramic skyline view before returning guests to the original pickup point. Ideal for first-time visitors and architecture enthusiasts alike.
Explore Chicago’s iconic riverfront skyscrapers and historic bridges...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Granola Bar
Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
