Art Institute of Chicago Guided Tour
See major works with an art historian guide in a small group
Duration
2.5 Hours
Ideal For
Up to 12 people
Includes
Museum admission, expert guide
Highlights
Explore the Art Institute of Chicago with an expert guide who connects major works to their artists, history, and cultural context. Enjoy a semi-private visit with time for questions and close-looking.
- Discover art spanning centuries, cultures, and artistic movements
- See works by Seurat, van Gogh, Hopper, Picasso, Warhol, and more, subject to availability
- Learn the stories behind paintings, sculpture, and other major works
- Ask questions and explore the collection with a small group
What's Included
- Museum admission ticket
- Early museum access
- Expert guide
Important details
- Arrive 10 minutes before the tour start time
Cancellation Policy
Cancel for a full refund up to 48 hours before your tour start time. After that, you can reschedule if available for a fee.
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FAQs
No. Gratuities are not included.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Arrive 15 minutes early if possible.
Meeting details
North Lion at the main entrance to the museum, 111 S Michigan Ave
Related locations
The Art Institute of Chicago
Admission includedStanding at the edge of Grant Park on South Michigan Avenue, the Art Institute of Chicago greets you with its iconic bronze lion guardians and a Beaux-Arts facade that has anchored the city's cultural life since 1893. Inside, natural light filters through soaring galleries where centuries of human creativity unfold room by room. From Seurat's pointillist lakeside scene to Grant Wood's stoic farmers, the Art Institute of Chicago holds images that feel deeply familiar yet endlessly rewarding to see in person. It is a place where a single afternoon can shift how you see the world.