Attractions & guided tours
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 4 Hours
Do this because
Marvel at masterpieces by Van Gogh, Picasso, Hopper, Matisse, and other famous artists
Explore the best of the collection - from Chinese artifacts to world-known paintings
Learn the stories behind the greatest artworks from a detailed in-app audio guide
What to expect
Explore the world's most remarkable art pieces at the Art Institute of Chicago with your personal self-guided audio tour. Opened in 1879 and housed in a magnificent Beaux-Arts building, this school and museum for the fine arts hosts masterpieces by famous artists like Vincent Van Gogh, Edward Hopper, Pablo Picasso, and many others.The tour starts on the first floor with the exploration of the art produced by different cultures — China, Japan, India, and Africa and lets you see a few pieces dating back even to the Neolithic period. You will also see the artworks of Ancient Rome and Greece, considered a cornerstone of Western civilization.On the second floor, you will be introduced to Modern American Art and European Decorative Arts and invited to the greatest collection of Impressionist artwork in the world while being guided through must-sees paintings.The tour ends on the third floor with a significant exhibition of Modern Art and the most renowned objects to have a look at. Don't miss the outdoor Bluhm Family Terrace to enjoy the stunning Chicago skyline while appreciating and living through your new art experience.
What's included
Entrance ticket to the Art Institute of Chicago
Downloadable multimedia audio tour on the WeGoTrip app (in English)
Step-by-step navigation through museum halls
Offline functionality, audio narration, and written text explanations
What's not included
Earphones not included — bring your own
Personal guide — you will get the tour on the mobile app
What to remember
Please note: you will need to download the WeGoTrip app in order to check in and use the audio guide
After booking, you will receive an SMS with a direct link for downloading the app to your smartphone
The audio tour is only available in English and works offline. Remember to bring your headphones and a charged smartphone
This is a self-guided tour, you won't find a guide at the meeting point
Admission is free for children under 14 years old
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, US
Meeting point:
Please use the barcode tickets you receive from the WeGoTrip app to enter the Art Institute of Chicago.