Magnificent Mile Experience

Walk Chicago's premier boulevard featuring world-class shopping and historic landmarks.

1 hr 48 min

0.7 miles

4 stops

easy

Tour Stops

Free

Gleaming white terra cotta towers that mark the southern end of the Magnificent Mile.

15 minMagnificent Milearchitecture

💡 Tip: The building is beautifully lit at night.

Free

Neo-Gothic skyscraper with fragments of famous world landmarks embedded in its walls.

20 minMagnificent Milearchitecture

💡 Tip: Walk around the base to find pieces of the Taj Mahal, Great Wall, and more.

Free

One of the few buildings to survive the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.

15 minMagnificent Milehistory

💡 Tip: The gallery inside features rotating photography exhibitions.

Observation deck on the 94th floor of the former John Hancock Center with TILT experience.

45 minMagnificent Milearchitecture

💡 Tip: Go to the Signature Lounge one floor up for free views with a drink purchase.

Comfortable walking shoes are essential. Chicago weather can change quickly, so dress in layers.

Download the route to Google Maps for offline access. Charge your phone and bring a portable charger.

Morning hours are less crowded. Weekdays are generally quieter than weekends, especially at popular attractions.

Chicago's CTA trains and buses can get you close to most starting points. Check the CTA website for routes.