Overview
Over the course of 90 minutes, explore some of the newest buildings around the Chicago Architecture Center, focusing on construction elements and their impact on the city’s built environment.
What's New looks at some of the most recent additions to the built environment surrounding the Chicago Architecture Center. This walking tour focuses on each building's height, structure, materials, ornament and its impact on the environment, the neighborhood and the city's economy.
The tour showcases several recently completed buildings, including 462 N. Park and the St. Regis, and compares them to each other in order to observe emerging patterns. These new additions are also contrasted with some of the older buildings downtown as a way to highlight developments.
As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center.
Narration by a professional and certified guide.
Coat check
Hotel pick-up or drop-off
Storage for luggage or strollers
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the departure time and present your ticket to the box office at the
Chicago Architecture Center.
What to expect
-
Chicago Architecture Center
10 min
Start at the Chicago Architecture Center. Introductory remarks.
Note: stop durations are estimates. -
Pioneer Court
15 min
Discuss some buildings surrounding Pioneer Court
-
Tribune Tower
15 min
Discuss recent renovations and additions to the Historic Tribune Tower.
-
Optima Signature
15 min
Discuss trends in recent designs of small urban rental apartments.
-
465 N Park Dr
15 min
Discuss 465 N Park Drive.
-
The Residences at The St. Regis Chicago
15 min
View the St. Regis Chicago building.
-
Apple Michigan Avenue
10 min
View the Apple Store on Michigan Avenue.
-
Chicago Architecture Center
5 min
Closing remarks.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Chicago Architecture Walking Tour: What's New
Can I cancel Chicago Architecture Walking Tour: What's New for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min.
What's included?
- Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center.
- Narration by a professional and certified guide.
What's not included?
- Coat check
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off
- Storage for luggage or strollers
Which places does it visit?
It visits Chicago Architecture Center, Pioneer Court, Tribune Tower, Optima Signature, The Residences at The St. Regis Chicago, Apple Michigan Avenue.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Chicago Architecture Center
