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1-2 hours
The Chicago Theatre Tour Experience
1-2 hours
Looking for things to do in Chicago? Get a behind-the-scenes look at this majestic venue and learn all about its legendary performers.
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Overview
Walk through the world of America's favorite musicians, comedians and superstars on the Chicago Theatre Tour Experience.
Get ready to go on a journey from the theatre's 1912 beginnings, to its present-day status as a premier entertainment venue. Explore historical and architectural wonders like the grand lobby, the majestic auditorium and more.
Walk where the legends walked as you stand on the iconic stage and get a look at artists' signatures from legends like Frank Sinatra, Dolly Parton and Dean Martin and truly immerse yourself in the history of this majestic venue.
Chicago Theatre facts
The Chicago Theatre's grand lobby is five stories high and surrounded by gallery promenades at the mezzanine and balcony levels.
The design is influenced by the Royal Chapel at Versailles.
The theatre is also known for its grand Wurlitzer pipe organ which is one of the oldest in existence.
What's included
With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the famous Chicago Theatre.
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175 N. State Street,, Chicago, USHow to get there
CTA Red Line to the Lake Station; Brown, Green & Orange Line to the State & Lake Stop or the Blue Line to the Washington Stop
From the Red Line ‘L’ train, exit at Lake. From the Brown, Green, Pink, Orange, and Purple Line Express elevated lines, exit at State/Lake. From the Blue Line ‘L’, exit at Washington.
Standard opening hours
Closings & holidays
Schedule is subject to change. Please visit The Chicago Theatre's website before planning your trip.
Find out more
For the most up-to-date tour times and availability, visit the Chicago Theatre Tour Experience website.
Amazing!
Janice ·Everything was amazing, the tour, the theater and the guides. I'm impressed by how beautiful the theater is. Absolutely recommended.
under construction
eml4 ·and gave us a lot of info! only downside is that there is construction going on, even though it was much needed.
Great tour!
Serena D ·Both ladies were full of great information. It was great to see the behind the scenes tour. We have been to a show here back in February and came back to see a tour. I wish they would have had an area to buy (soft drinks or water) on the way out with the little plastic souvenir cups.
WOW! JUST WOW !!!!!
Liss ·A MUST DO. I WONT SAY MUCH SO YOU CAN EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF. BUT WHAT HISTORY AND WHAT BEAUTY
Great historic theatre
Stefanie ·Our two tour guides were know ledgeablaend entertaining.
Great tour!
Samantha ·Great guides who knew so many great facts about the history of this beautiful theater!
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