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Book a Guided Tour of the Historic Second Presbyterian Church

Friends of Historic Second Church invites you to experience the architectural treasures of Second Presbyterian Church by taking a private tour with an experienced guide.

Art & Architecture Guided Tours atSecond Presbyterian Church

Second Presbyterian Church is on of Chicago's architectural gems and a designated National Historic Landmark.


Book your private guided tour with a trained docent who will provide you with historical details of the Arts and Crafts style interior and Gothic Revival exterior.


Whether you live in the Chicago area or are visiting and immersing yourself in everything the city has to offer, adding a private guided tour to your week gives you a unique glimpse into the city's architectural history.


The church's central location, architectural significance and National Historic Landmark designation make it one of the city's favorite cultural destinations.

Drop-in Guided Tours

Drop-in self-guided tours are offered on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons. See our drop-in hours below.

Private Guided Tours

Your group will be led on a private, 1-hour tour by one of our trained docents. Private guided tours are only available upon request and must be scheduled in advance.

How to Book

To book a private guided tour, fill our our inquiry form below. Tours cost $5 per person and can accommodate a minimum of 4 guests. 

Book a Guided Tour

If you're interested in visiting the historic Second Presbyterian Church without a guided tour*, you can drop in during our opening hours:


Fridays: 1:00 - 3:00pm (April - December only)

Saturdays: 11:00am - 3:00pm

Sundays: 12:15pm - 3:00pm


*Private tours can be booked outside of our drop-in hours

Private Guided Tour Inquiry Form

Our mission is to preserve and restore the art and architecture of Chicago’s landmark Second Presbyterian Church and to engage neighbors and the world in sharing our passion for its beauty and significance.
Please visit and join us in maintaining this historically significant architectural treasure.

Getting Here

We are located in the South Loop neighborhood on South Michigan Avenue and Cullerton Street.

  • By car. There is a small parking lot on the north side of the church. Paid street parking is available nearby.
  • Public transportation. Bus. The #3 and #4 CTA buses travel on Michigan Avenue and stop at the corner of Michigan and Cullerton.
  • Public transportation. The L. The Red Line stop at Chinatown is a 0.4 mile walk away.

1936 S Michigan Ave. Chicago, Illinois 60616

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Second Presbyterian Church of Chicago is a Distinctive Destination, designated by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.