Art Institute of Chicago Tour (Semi-Private)

Downtown

Semi-Private

2-2.5 hours

Skip-the-line museum tour and sign up for a private professional tour guide just for you. Tour includes all entrance fees.

About This Tour

Daily Tours: 10:30am

Embark on a captivating 2.5-hour journey through the heart of creativity with a tour of the Art Institute. This iconic institution invites you to immerse yourself in a world of artistic wonders. 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.

Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply seeking inspiration, our tour of the Art Institute promises an unforgettable experience. Unleash your imagination and let our highly trained guides help you explore the major artworks.

Highlights Usually Include: (unless on loan or being restored, etc.)

Hartwell Memorial Window – Tiffany Studios
Paris Street; Rainy Day – Gustave Caillebotte
Sunday on La Grande Jatte – Georges Seurat
The Bedroom – Vincent van Gogh
Sky Above Clouds – Georgia O’Keefe
Nighthawks – Edward Hopper
A Picture of Dorian Gray – Ivan Albright
American Gothic – Grant Wood
America Windows – Marc Chagall
The Old Guitarist – Pablo Picasso
Four Mona Lisas – Andy Warhol
Greyed Rainbow – Jackson Pollock

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What you need to know

Meeting Point: The North Lion or the one on the left as you face the Art Institute. Also known as the lion that is “on the prowl”, it is located outside the main Museum entrance on South Michigan Avenue.
Duration: 2-2.5hs