Even if you can't book a trip to the Windy City, you can still encounter some of Chicago's most important architectural sights with this virtual architecture tour. Join your host live via Zoom, and explore the city's diverse architectural styles. See the opulent buildings of the early 20th-century, encounter gems of art deco and mid-century modern design, and learn about interesting structures built in the last 20 years.
Discover Chicago’s buildings on a live virtual tour of architectural gems
Learn as you go with your host from the Chicago Architecture Center
Pick a tour on architectural movements like brutalism, modernism, and more
Meet-up via Zoom in the local Chicago time zone (Central Standard Time)
What To Expect
Chicago Architecture Center
Start at the Chicago Architecture Center. Introductory remarks.
Note: stop durations are estimates.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Pioneer Court
Discuss some buildings surrounding Pioneer Court
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tribune Tower
Discuss recent renovations and additions to the Historic Tribune Tower.
• Admission Ticket Free
Optima Signature
Discuss trends in recent designs of small urban rental apartments.
• Admission Ticket Free
465 N Park Dr
Discuss 465 N Park Drive.
• Admission Ticket Free
The Residences at The St. Regis Chicago
View the St. Regis Chicago building.
• Admission Ticket Free
Apple Michigan Avenue
View the Apple Store on Michigan Avenue.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chicago Architecture Center
Closing remarks.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
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.
The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Include
Narration by a professional and certified guide.
Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center.
Exclude
Coat check
Hotel pick-up or drop-off
Storage for luggage or strollers