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Chicago Modern Skyscrapers Walking Tour 1.5 hr

TourTruth score 7.4 out of 10

AverageTop 27% in Chicago

6 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Chicago
  • 1 hr 30 min
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Walk Chicago’s River Walk with a certified docent and discover the modern skyscrapers and design ideas that shaped the city.

About this tour

Chicago’s modern skyline tells a story of bold ideas, engineering, and design. On this Chicago Modern Skyscrapers Walking Tour, explore the city’s architectural legacy with a certified Chicago Architecture Center docent who brings its buildings and history to life.

Walk along the Chicago River Walk and see how Modernism shaped the city’s towers. Learn about the skeleton frame that helped make the modern skyscraper possible, and hear about the influence of architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Mayor Richard J. Daley. Along the route, admire Marina City, the Daley Center, and the IBM Building, and discover the roots of Modernism at the Reliance Building. The 1.5-hour guided walk also includes admission to the Chicago Architecture Center exhibits, offering more ways to explore the city’s built environment.

Meet inside the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive. Tours run rain or shine, so wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Book your Chicago Modern Skyscrapers Walking Tour to see the city through the ideas that shaped its skyline.

Highlights

  • Admire modern skyscrapers by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Bertrand Goldberg, and Harry Weese
  • Walk Chicago’s River Walk and take in riverfront architecture
  • Discover Modernism’s roots at the Reliance Building
  • See landmarks including Marina City, the Daley Center, and the IBM Building
  • Hear Chicago architecture stories from a certified docent

What's included

Included

  • Walking tour
  • Admission to the Chicago Architecture Center exhibits
  • Chicago Architecture Center-certified docent

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Luggage and stroller storage
  • Coat check

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Important information

  • Check in inside the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
  • Tours depart rain or shine; dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes
  • No weather-related refunds are available
  • Luggage, large bags, and strollers cannot be stored
  • Pets are not allowed; service animals are welcome

Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour meet?

Check in inside the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601.

How long is the tour?

The walking tour lasts 1.5 hours.

What language is the tour in?

The live guide speaks English.

Does the tour run in bad weather?

Yes. Tours depart rain or shine, and weather-related refunds are not available.

Can I bring luggage or a stroller?

No. Secure storage for luggage, large bags, or strollers is not available.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 5.00 from 6 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Chicago
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.4. Top 27% in Chicago means it ranks in the top 27% of tours in Chicago by this score.

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