Top Experiences in Art Institute of Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries like the Met, Louvre & British Museum. On this 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour, you’ll be able to skip the line and explore it’s most famous pieces with the help of an engaging guide who will lead the way.

Highlights Generally Include: (if artwork is not on loan or being restored etc.)

Paris Street, Rainy Day by Gustave Caillebotte
Sunday on La Grande Jatte - Georges Seurat
Sky Above Clouds - Georgia O'Keefe
Nighthawks - Edward Hopper
A Picture of Dorian Gray - Ivan Albright
America Windows - Marc Chagall
The Old Guitarist - Pablo Picasso
Inventions of Monsters - Salvador Dali
Four Mona Lisas - Andy Warhol

This tour is perfect for the entire family, put on by Bobby’s Bike Hike, whose food tours in just the past year have ranked as Top 10 in America by USA Today and Top 20 in the world by Tripadvisor. Biking is easy in Chicago because of it's miles of bike trails, flat terrain and easy connections between attractions. We’ll be sampling from each of Chicago’s well known and unique foods -- deep dish pizza, a true Chicago hot dog, and a dessert for good measure. You’ll learn the history behind the foods and also get a taste for some of Chicago’s most popular downtown districts as we cruise through the Gold Coast, Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, Museum Campus, Navy Pier and along the Lakefront. Whether day or night, you'll get fantastic views of the skyline and feel the city's vibrant energy. Veggie options available.

The Art Institute of Chicago attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries like the Met, Louvre & British Museum. On this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum tour, you’ll be able to skip the line and explore it’s most famous pieces with the help of an engaging guide who will lead the way.
Highlights Generally Include: (if artwork is not on loan or being restored etc.)

Paris Street, Rainy Day by Gustave Caillebotte
Sunday on La Grande Jatte - Georges Seurat
Sky Above Clouds - Georgia O'Keefe
Nighthawks - Edward Hopper
A Picture of Dorian Gray - Ivan Albright
America Windows - Marc Chagall
The Old Guitarist - Pablo Picasso
Inventions of Monsters - Salvador Dali
Four Mona Lisas - Andy Warhol

Let our expert local guides share their passion with you for The Art Institute of Chicago on this private 2 hour tour. As you traverse the hallowed halls, you’ll discover an extraordinary collection spanning centuries and cultures, from classical masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary works. Our expert guides will illuminate the stories behind each brushstroke, sculpture, and masterpiece, providing a rich narrative that breathes life into the art.

Visiting Chicago? Experience 5 must-see attractions, handpicked and packaged together at a 48% savings, with Chicago CityPASS® tickets. Spend less time planning and more time exploring. Visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order. Valid for 9 consecutive days including the first day of use.

Get admission to 5 attractions.
Includes:
• Shedd Aquarium
• Skydeck Chicago
Plus choose 3 of the following:
• Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour
• Field Museum
• 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck
• Museum of Science and Industry
• Art Institute of Chicago
• Adler Planetarium

Download and visit the My CityPASS® App to access tickets, make reservations (if required), and view attraction details.

Beat the crowds with an expert art historian guide on this exclusive early morning tour.
Immerse yourself among the masterpieces housed within the acclaimed museum and listen as your guide brings each piece to life by sharing the story behind it.
Let your guide lead you to the most important pieces of the 300,000-strong collection, taking the hard work out of finding where to go and what to see.
Explore in a small group for a special, personal experience, and interact with your guide who can give insider’s insight into the museum.

Five days to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the three major lakes in the Great Lakes region of the United States, all of which are located in Lake Michigan in the United States, Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world, and Lake Huron.
Famous cities along the five great lakes: Chicago, Milwaukee and Traverse City along Lake Michigan, Green Bay along Green Bay, and Sault Ste.
Mackinac Island, which was once selected as one of the top ten most beautiful islands in the world.

Room Details
All hotel rooms are based on two Full / Double beds or one King/Queen bed depends on what rooms are availiable at the hotel on the day. The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers.

One Room Selection
If you are a party of more than four guests or desire to have separate rooms, please create separate bookings.

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If you have more than one booking, please provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.

Discover Chicago's best on our Big Bus tour. Board our open-top, double-decker bus and see the city's iconic landmarks, from the Magnificent Mile to Millennium Park. Utilize our convenient stops to explore vibrant neighborhoods and attractions, including Willis Tower, the Chicago Riverwalk, and more.

Spend your day shopping on Magnificent Mile, enjoying Navy Pier's Ferris Wheel, or tasting authentic Chicago Deep Dish Pizza. Our flexible tour lets you create your own itinerary, with a free app to track bus arrivals.

Listen to digital commentary in multiple languages, offering expert insight into Chicago's history and culture, while recommending the best places to eat, drink, and shop. Offering comfortable seating and panoramic views, our Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour is an ideal way to explore the city. Hop off as often as you like within your ticket's validity period, and simply hop on again when ready to continue.

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Enjoy Chicago’s famous sights and fabulous views on this award-winning small-group sightseeing tour of the city.
On this tour, you will travel through Chicago with an expert guide in a comfortable minibus, enjoy world renowned architecture including the world's first skyscrapers, Museum Campus (for the BEST skyline view in town), Millennium Park (Home of "The Bean"), Buckingham Fountain, The Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, Chicago River, The Gold Coast, Lake Shore Drive and more!
Along the way, your guide will provide historical, informational and at times humorous commentary about the area.
Four photo stops are a part of each tour. The small-group atmosphere with a maximum of 10 people ensures a more personal experience. 

You also have the option to upgrade to include THE most popular Architecture River Cruise in Chicago! For good reason, our partner Shoreline Sightseeing, has been the most booked tour on TripAdvisor for the last 5 years! And yes, there is a bar on the boat.

Enjoy Chicago’s famous sights and fabulous skyline views on this award-winning small-group sightseeing tour of the city. Travel through Chicago with an expert guide on a comfortable minibus, stopping at iconic locations like early skyscraper "The Rookery" (Frank Lloyd Wright architecture), Museum Campus (for the BEST skyline view in town) and The Buckingham Fountain. You'll also see The Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, The Chicago River, Millennium Park, The Gold Coast, Lake Shore Drive and more!

Along the way, your guide will provide historical and informational and at times humorous commentary about the area and its many attractions.
The small-group atmosphere with maximum of 10 people ensures a more personal experience.  

Welcome to the amazing city of Chicago.
Check out the classical landmarks in Chicago while getting amazed by its post-modern architectures.
Discover the stories behind the city’s most significant buildings such as Cloud Gate and Chicago Theatre.
Take an in-depth tour of the city of Chicago and visit 360 Chicago for a full 360-degree panoramic view of Chicago from above.
Explore Millenium Park and Grant Park.
Itinerary:

Millennium Park & Cloud Gate (20 mins) → Grant Park (10 mins) → The Art Institute of Chicago (Optional, 120 mins) → Chicago Water Tower (10 mins) → Michigan Avenue (pass by) → Chicago Cruise (Optional, 75 mins, seasonal) → 360 Chicago (Optional, 75 mins)

We will pass by Navy Pier, Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain, Marina City, Trump International Hotel and Tower and Willis Tower Observation Deck.

-Ticket included
-Only tour in Chicago that's an Art Walk and a Photoshoot at the same time

This is a unique opportunity to visit one of the best museums of the world, have a personal photoshop inside, learn stories and history from artworks and artists. Great experience for solo, couples, family or friends travelers nd Art lovers.

I'll take you to see 7 out of the 12 highlights and to some of the best photo-op spots inside this Chicago Landmark Museum. Your Profile/Cover Picture and your Instagram is going to look amazing after this.

After we meet and get to know ourselves, you'll just give us your device or we use ours, and we will take your pictures and/or guide which angles are better to take that picture that you want. Your experience will last about 1 hour to 1.5 hours. We'll take you to Picasso, Miró, Dalí, Warhol, Van Gogh, Monet, Degas and we can guide you in the direction where to go later.

You will love this experience!

Our device is iPhone 14 Pro Phone.

Dive into "Chicago's Artsy Cultural Landmarks – Walking Tour," a vibrant exploration of the city's iconic artistic and architectural gems. Start at the Chicago Cultural Center, home to the world's largest Tiffany stained-glass dome. Stroll through Millennium Park to admire "The Bean," Gehry's Pritzker Pavilion, and Plensa's Crown Fountain. Experience the grandeur of the Palmer House Hilton lobby, a palace of French-inspired elegance. Marvel at Calder's unique sculpture in the Mies Van der Rohe Federal Plaza, a modernist masterpiece. Discover the Tiffany mosaic murals in the Marquette Building, celebrating Jacques Marquette's adventures. Conclude with Picasso's mysterious sculpture at Daley Plaza, an artwork that invites endless interpretation. This tour is your gateway to the heart of Chicago's cultural and artistic splendor.

Chicago is a big city with a lot of activities & sightseeing. To tour the city quickly, it requires the help of a knowledgeable local driving guide and that's where we step in to assist. Your Private Chicago Scenic Driving Tour will start by meeting our knowledgeable Guide/Driver who will pick you up at your hotel or other location provided and then proceed with the exploration of the beautiful windy city.

This is the only tour in Chicago that explores the movie 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' from the perspective of art. It's also the only walking tour that immerses you in the actual artwork featured in the 1986 American teen film. Over the course of the tour, you'll visit 3 floors of the museum, see 16 pieces of art, and leave with an appreciation of the works, their relationship to characters, and their placement in the camera's frame.

Guests must digitally sign a general waiver of liability. Guardians must sign waivers for children under the age of 18.

IMPORTANT: The tour starts by the stairs in the *Modern Wing* of the Art Institute, Griffin Court.

One of the best ways to explore a city is with a private tour. This tour isn't any different. Have your driver and separate tour guide take you around the most important sites and locations of Chicago.

Being a private tour, stop whenver you want to take pictures and also explore by foot specific locations.

Pick up is included from your hotel or place of choice inside the city and downtown Chicago. Please include this information as well as a contact number when booking.

This private tour will give you a great experience to get to know Chicago. This is a 4 hour private tour with driver and separate tour guide.

During this tour, you will explore great locations in Chicago like the Richard J. Daley Center. There will also be a photo stop at the Lakefront Trail and South Michigan Avenue.

Don't miss the Grant Park, Cloud Gate and of course the Downtown / The Loop.

This private tour will finish off at your hotel in Chicago.

Play a city game where you will follow clues to discover amazing places and local stories in Chicago.

You’ll tour Chicago’s famous Millenium Park and learn about the iconic works of art that populate the area on your way to riches beyond your imagination.

Are you up for an adventure in Chicago?

Highlights:
Explore Chicago’s beloved Millenium Park and surrounding campuses
Enjoy breathtaking views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan
Learn about the artwork and architecture that marked Chicago’s journey from the 20th to the 21st century
Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game, and a treasure hunt.

The city game will take you about 1.5 hours to complete, but there’s no time limit that will allow you to go at your own pace. You won't need a guide, just download the app, go to the starting point, and begin the adventure.

Our Chicago Walking Instagram Tour will take you to the most Instagrammable spots in Chicago all in one day. If you are looking for a little bit of culture, some amazing architecture, & a ton of great photos then this is the tour for you.
The morning will start with meeting with your friendly local guide at the meeting point. From there your tour will begin as you start your day walking throughout Chicago and exploring the most famous locations in the city.
This half-day tour will be fully packed with famous landmarks, vintage architecture, secretly located spots and much much more!
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Full schedule
10:00 AM- Meet your Guide at the Grand Subway Station
10:10 AM- Walk along Magnificent Mile
10:20 AM- Stop at Wrigley Building & admire Tribune Tower
10:50 AM- Explore Pioneer Court
11:20 AM- Explore Millennium Park & see Cloud Gate
11:55 AM- Check out an Iconic fountain
12:20 AM- Chicago Riverwalk
1:00 PM- Explore Navy Pier
2:00 PM- Get dropped off by your guide at Millennium station

Turn Chicago into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure! This challenge combines the excitement of the Amazing Race with a 3-hour city walking tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way among well known and overlooked gems of the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history.

Must-See Chicago is a fast-paced, 90-minute introductory tour to Chicago featuring some of its most famous buildings, including the Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago, Willis (Sears) Tower, the Chicago Theatre and more!

Get a brief overview of more than a dozen buildings—as well as Chicago landmarks like Millennium Park, the Loop and the Chicago River—on this whirlwind tour. There are lots of photo opportunities along the way, so be sure to bring your camera!

As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.

Your guide will be there to help you discover this museum in a fun way with interactions and anecdotes and will listen to your feelings about the artworks you will see.
The Art Institute of Chicago is the second largest art museum in the United States and houses one of the most important art collections, so it can be very difficult to visit it alone.
The museum is particularly renowned for its collections of impressionist and post-impressionist paintings, including works by Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Renoir and many others.
At the end of your visit, you can stay in the museum to explore at your own leisure, the other departments of the collections: African, American, Native American, Antique, Architecture and Design, Weapons and Armor, Asian, Contemporary, European Decorative Arts, European Painting and Sculpture, Modern Art, Photography, Prints and Drawings, Textiles, and the miniature collection

Ready for the ultimate day out in Chicago? We’ll embark on an unforgettable Chicago journey, where iconic flavors like Chicago Pizza, Hot Dogs, Italian Beef, Chicago-mix Popcorn, and the original Brownie await. Opt for the VIP Craft Beer package for a heightened experience. Beyond bites, our expert-guided tour explores Millennium Park, the Chicago Riverwalk, Michigan Avenue, Cloud Gate, Chicago Theater, and more. Enjoy a 5-hour walking tour and receive a bonus 2-hour FREE bike or kayak rental, adding value to your experience. Maximize your day by biking along the scenic Lakefront Trail or kayaking on Lake Michigan. Leave the planning to the local experts. Bobby’s Bike Hike was awarded the following three awards just this year: “Top 10 Food Tours in America” by USA Today, “Top 20 Food Tours in the World” by TripAdvisor, and “Top 15 Vacation Ideas in USA” by Entrepreneur Magazine. Seize the opportunity for the ultimate Chicago fusion of flavors and sights in a single, unforgettable day!

There’s nothing more magical than downtown Chicago during the holiday season. Bobby’s Holiday Hike is a 3hr guided walking and food tour through the Chicago Loop, brought to you by Bobby's Bike Hike, internationally recognized for their tours. You’ll get to sample the Windy City’s favorite winter treats; including a slice of deep dish pizza, Chicago-style hot dog, Italian Beef, chocolate brownie, and hot apple cider. Upon arrival, you can add a VIP holiday craft beer package for $19.99/person. Our entertaining guides will get your holiday spirit primed with plenty of food and knowledge. Did you know Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer was a story created in Chicago? You’ll see the Christmas window displays at the original Marshall Field’s department store, Chicago's city Christmas tree, the ice skating rink at Millennium Park, and the legendary Christkindlmarket, a traditional German Christmas Market. No other tour offers such an all-inclusive experience of Chicago during the holidays!

Learn more about the top 15 tourist attractions in Chicago. Its history, culture, myths, architecture, and other important facts are in this audio commentary.

The top 10 advantages for those who prefer flexibility on their tour.
1. Safe - Not required to download, with just a click of secure access links it can be listened to online on any device.
2. Save - The lowest price in the city.
3. Stories - No imagination stories, only verified information.
4. Schedule - Listen at your own convenience of time, pace, and location.
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The perfect tour for first timers to Chicago or those who want to explore Chicago's top attractions and highlights. Stroll through the beautiful streets of downtown Chicago and learn about the City’s rich history, colorful characters, and get insider tips. Enjoy a 2hr walking tour & receive a bonus FREE 2hr bike or kayak rental, adding value to your experience. Enjoy biking along the scenic Lakefront Trail or kayaking on Lake Michigan. Bobby's Bike Hike walking tours have been recognized nationally by National Geographic, USA Today, and Conde Nast Magazine. Explore the amazing sites that Chicago made famous; Millennium Park, Chicago Riverwalk, amazing Architecture of the Wrigley Building and Chicago Theater, & Michigan Avenue dubbed ‘the Magnificent Mile’ for it’s world-renowned shopping. Bobby’s local expert guides lead you through downtown Chicago’s most iconic landmarks and share their knowledge about the City along the way. The tour covers 1.5 miles(2.25km) on easy, flat terrain.

If you're looking for an exciting and stress-free day exploring the wonders of Chicago, then this is the tour for you. We can’t wait to show you around!

The morning will start with a private pickup from your hotel by one of our friendly, local guides. From there your tour will begin as you start your drive in one of our comfortable and spacious vehicles.

This full-day tour will be fully packed with famous landmarks, vintage architecture, secret spots and much much more!
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Full schedule
10:00 AM – Pick up from Hotel
10:15 AM – Check out Buckingham Fountain
10:45 AM – Arrive at Michigan Avenue Bridge
11:15 AM – Awe at the Chicago Cultural Center
12:15 PM – See Cloud Gate and explore Millennium park
1:00 PM – Lunch time
2:00 PM – Go to Chicago Theater
2:30 PM – See Garfield Park Conservatory
3:00 PM – Check out the Greetings from Chicago mural
3:30 PM – Snap a cool pic outside of Wrigley Field
3:45 PM – Return to hotel
4:00 PM – Arrive at hotel

Are you looking for a way to see Chicago without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Take in Chicago’s concrete giants and hear fascinating stories about quirky artworks, local tragedy, and the city’s journey to revitalisation
• Hear from producer Phil Biedron, an actor and tour guide whose passion for storytelling lead him to create this VoiceMap tour
• Do it all in two hours or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.