VISIT THE CENTER
Located near the corner of Michigan and East Wacker, the center features more than 10,000 feet of exhibition and gallery space and is your gateway to 75+ walking tours plus the CAC River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady.
Located near the corner of Michigan and East Wacker, the center features more than 10,000 feet of exhibition and gallery space and is your gateway to 75+ walking tours plus the CAC River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady.
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Admission Price
Center admission is included in the price of all walking and bus tours. Discounted CAC admission is available with the purchase of a Boat Tour ticket.
Adults
$14
Students (With ID)
$7
Children 5 & Under
FREE
October special — The center is free to everyone for the whole month of October
MEMBERS GET IN FOR FREE!
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WHERE THE STORIES OF THE CITY BEGIN
Our riverfront location is in the heart of the city, where Michigan Avenue meets the Chicago River, featuring nearly 10,000 square feet of exhibition space filled with super-sized models—and views—of iconic skyscrapers.
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LEARN AT THE CENTER
Learn how Chicago became “the city of architecture” with exhibits about its many diverse neighborhoods, housing types, leading architects and current projects
Discover Chicago’s continued leading role in the design of tall buildings that have changed skylines around the world
Explore how design can shape and sustain the cities of tomorrow and imagine what urban life will look like in 2050
Interact with the Chicago City Model Experience, an incredibly detailed, three-dimensional cityscape activated by special effects and a short film
Events & Programs
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Members Get More
As a Chicago Architecture Center member, you'll have access to exclusive tours, programs and event year-round. Explore our many benefits.
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Free Essential Walking Tours
Discounts on virtual programs
Free admission to the Chicago Architecture Center
66% off Premier Walking Tours
Invitations to exclusive members-only events
Priority Access Passes to skip the line during Open House Chicago
City Tours
What's next
By boat, foot or bus, we have over 85 tours across Chicago for you to choose from!
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Accessibility & Safety
The Chicago Architecture Center welcomes all visitors and is committed to making its offerings feel safe and accessible to everyone.
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