ARCHITECTURE TOURS · WORLDWIDE
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular architecture and landmark tours we have reviewed, from Gaudi in Barcelona to the Chicago skyline. Skyscraper cruises, walking tours, Gothic and Modernisme trails, all in one place.
Pet-friendly Chicago River architecture cruise with live guide commentary, skyline views, and big-building stories for $39.
Most Popular“Guide was knowledgeable about the city history and architecture. Very informative and fun for anyone of any age.”
A 90-minute Chicago River cruise with indoor and outdoor seating, trained narration, and up-close views of famous landmarks.
“So cold in winterX dont suggested and please make it in summer time, i cant enjoy it at all because my fingers and toes felt nothing and i went to the indoor lower deck after one hour on the upper outdoor upper deck”
90-minute Chicago River architecture cruise with expert guides, indoor comfort or open deck, and local drinks plus Garrett’s Popcorn.
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady: 90-minute docent-led tour of river landmarks like Willis Tower, Navy Pier, Marina City.
“Lots of interesting Chicago architectural history presented on a clean, efficient boat. Family friendly experience.”
Skip the line at Casa Vicens, Gaudí’s first major house, with an open self-paced visit, multi-language audio guide, and a calmer experience.
“Audio guide was great and the house was beautiful.”
Chicago architecture river cruise with skip-the-ticket line access, live docent narration of 40 landmarks, and cash bar drinks.
Skip-the-line entry to Gaudí’s first major house in Barcelona, with a self-paced audio guide, gardens, and preserved Modernisme details.
“Great and beautiful unique design, must to visit, price could be less expensive for what the actual tour is but definitely happy to visit and enjoy”
45-minute Chicago River architecture cruise with live guide, iconic landmarks, and indoor seating near Michigan Ave. $28.
“It was a nice ride, beautiful views the tour guide explained the history of the buildings and it was about a 45 minute ride”
Ride Wendella’s Chicago River and Lake Michigan cruise for live architecture storytelling, skyline photos, and landmark spotting in 90 minutes.
“This was a great tour if you are wanting to many of the buildings and the skyline from the lake. The guide was knowledgeable with the history and construction of the buildings”
A 45-minute, family-friendly Chicago River architecture cruise with live narration, indoor/outdoor decks, and an onboard cash bar.
“Zach, our guide, was smart, funny, engaging and so informative on Chicago architecture! My family thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would do it again! When we got off the boat we enjoyed the building facts and fun we learned on the tour as we walked near the buildings.”
90-minute Chicago river and Lake Michigan architecture cruise with expert guide, Chicago Lock pass, deck or indoor seating, and cash bar.
“I really liked the detailed explanations he gave about the view of the city from Lake Michigan and the various buildings seen from the Chicago River.”
A 90-minute Chicago River architecture cruise with live narration, three river branches, and comfy indoor seating plus open-deck views.
“I've lived in Chicago my whole life and I finally got to see my gorgeous city from the river! Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and made the experience so much fun! Make sure to bring a jacket just in case it's windy or cold - our tour guide lost his hat at Wolf Point.”
Two-hour Loop walking tour of art deco lobbies and public interiors, led by local guides, with the Board of Trade ticket included.
“Very informative for everyone. Opened doors to buildings that I would have assumed were not open to the public for casual visiting.”
Manhattan architecture from a 1920s yacht: AIA narration, a free drink, and skyline plus 18-bridge views of Liberty and more.
“Booked the experience for my mom and I to do when she came for thanksgiving as I recently had ACL and meniscus repair and walking isn’t the easiest right now. Requested a seat prior to booking where I’d be able to keep my locked brace straight. I was sat in the middle of the aisle,…”
Lecce’s Baroque landmarks and the underground Jewish Museum in 1.5 hours, led by a live guide in English, Italian, or French.
Every great skyline, in every city we cover.
