2 hours
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English
Overview
The Art Institute of Chicago is home to over 300,000 works of art by local and international artists. With so much to explore, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all of the options during a visit. Sit back and let an expert guide handle the planning as they take you through the museum’s major pieces. Learn about the history and context behind each piece in this culturally enriching experience.
Operated by
Chicago Museum Tours
Ratings & Reviews
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Great experience with the Chicago Museum Tours Team!
ioanacR8525QE, Apr 2026
The Art Institute Tour was amazing! The Chicago Museum Tours team was extremely professional, kind, and flexible to meet our team's needs, timing, and availability. Mark was a great tour guide providing great story telling, highlighting key art pieces, and skillfully guiding us through the museum. The CMT team also took care of our admissions, and provided all the logistical details we needed to be ready for an amazing experience. Our team will definitely plan another event with the Chicago Museum Tours team!
What a great experience!
995perryb, Apr 2026
A wonderful experience. Our guide Michelle was great..... knowledgeable, friendly, energetic and a really nice person. I can't recommend them enough!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Perry! We're thrilled to hear that Michelle's knowledge, energy, and warm personality made your group tour such a memorable experience. Here at Chicago Museum Tours, we couldn't agree more — she truly is a wonderful person and an exceptional guide, and we're incredibly proud to have her on our team. We hope to welcome you and your group back again soon!
Art with a story
JimK169, Mar 2026
Our guide, Joel, did a fantastic job of combining beautiful art with the story behind them, making the paintings come alive. I highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting the Chicago Art Institute/Museum.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words, Jim! We're delighted to hear that Joel's ability to weave the stories behind the art made the paintings truly come alive for you — that's exactly the experience we strive to create at Chicago Museum Tours. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Mark was accommodating,...
Madeleine_M, Mar 2026
Mark was accommodating, knowledgeable, and kind. We had a group of 4. Thank you! We would gladly do another tour.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your 5-star review Madeleine! We are glad to hear you and your guests enjoyed their time touring the Art Institute with Mark. Looking forward to having you back on another tour soon.
Itinerary
The Art Institute of Chicago
Embark on a captivating 2 hour journey through the heart of creativity with a private tour of the Art Institute. 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
2 hoursAdmission Included
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Early Admission on Morning Tours
- Wheelchair Friendly
- All Entrance Fees
- Skip-the-Line Private Museum Tour
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from Museum
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.