2.5 – 4 hours Chicago, United States - 1 mile to center

Art Institute of Chicago Ticket & In-App Audio Tour: From Ancient Works to Modern Art Masterpieces



Explore the world's most remarkable art pieces at the Art Institute of Chicago with your personal self-guided audio tour.

The Art Institute of Chicago, opened in 1879 and housed in a magnificent Beaux-Arts building on Michigan Avenue, serves as a school and museum for the fine arts. It hosts masterpieces by famous artists like Vincent Van Gogh, Edward Hopper, Pablo Picasso, and many others.

The tour will start on the 1st floor by exploring the art of different cultures — China, Japan, India, and Africa. Here, you will discover a few pieces dating back to the Neolithic period. You will also see the artworks of Ancient Rome and Greece, the cornerstone of Western civilization. Stop by and admire the statue of the Aphrodite of Knidos, the first monumental female nude in classical sculpture.

On the 2nd 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-see paintings.

The tour ends on the 3rd floor with a significant exhibition of Modern Art and the most renowned objects to explore. Don't miss the outdoor Bluhm Family Terrace to enjoy the stunning Chicago skyline while appreciating and living through your new art experience.

Note! This tour is not affiliated with the AIC but is provided by an independent creator. WeGoTrip is not re-selling tickets but is giving its customers assistance in ticket purchasing at no charge.


Important info

  • The tour is available only on the WeGoTrip app. This is a different app from the source or app you booked the tour if it's not WeGoTrip site or app
  • To ensure the quality of the download, please remember to do so before your visit
  • Please note that there is no staff at the meeting point or staff on site for this tour. You can start the tour at any time from the meeting point
  • An Android version 7.1+ or an iOS smartphone version 12+ is required for the audio guide. You will need around 100 MB of free space for the download

Inclusions

  • Entrance ticket to the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone on the WeGoTrip app
  • Step-by-step navigation through museum halls
  • Offline functionality, audio narration, and written text explanations

Exclusions

  • Earphones not included — you should bring your own
  • Earphones and smartphone are not included – bring your own
  • In-person tour guide

Start location: Art Institute of Chicago

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