Chicago Highlights Private Walking Tour with a Guide
Overview
Immerse yourself in Chicago's architectural heritage on an exclusive walking tour, delving into the city's iconic structures and Art Deco gems. Begin your intimate journey by marveling at the grandeur of the Wrigley Building, followed by a step into the opulence of the Palmer House Hilton lobby.
Admire the sleek lines of the Carbide and Carbon Building, a testament to Art Deco elegance, before appreciating the historic significance of the Reliance Building. Conclude your architectural odyssey with a visit to the exquisite Chicago Cultural Center, a masterpiece of design and culture. Throughout the tour, your knowledgeable guide illuminates Chicago's rich history and architectural evolution, weaving captivating stories that offer insight into the city's vibrant past and enduring legacy.
What's Included
- Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group.
- Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
- Walking tour
- Customization of the tour
- In person: English, Italian, French and Spanish speaking guide
- Drink or Food
- Tips (Optional)
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportations (The cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense)
Meeting Location
85 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Wrigley Building
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Carbide and Carbon Building
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Reliance Building
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chicago Cultural Center
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Recommended for everyone
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It's a city tour and not a tour inside the monuments.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group.
- Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
- Walking tour.
- Customization of the tour.
- In person: English, Italian, French and Spanish speaking guide.
- Drink or Food.
- Tips (Optional).
- Tickets to any attractions.
- Transportations (The cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense).
The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chicago Highlights Private Walking Tour with a Guide is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Recommended for everyone
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chicago Highlights Private Walking Tour with a Guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group.
- Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
- Walking tour
- Customization of the tour
- In person: English, Italian, French and Spanish speaking guide
- Drink or Food
- Tips (Optional)
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportations (The cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Recommended for everyone
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It's a city tour and not a tour inside the monuments.
