Chicago Theatre
The Chicago Theatre
A 1921 theater with a huge “CHICAGO” neon sign, the city's most classic photo landmark.
The Chicago Theatre opened in 1921 as a movie palace in the French Baroque Revival style, located on State Street in the Loop. Its tall vertical red sign, spelling “C-H-I-C-A-G-O,” is an iconic image of Chicago. The interior is richly gilded, and it now hosts mainly concerts, stand-up comedy and musicals. On non-show days, you can join an approximately one-hour backstage tour, which requires a ticket. The best time for photos is at night, when the neon lights come on.
Opening hours
By show times; check the official website for tour times
Nearby sights
- Chicago Cultural Center
- Millennium Park & Cloud Gate
- Chicago Riverwalk & Architecture Cruise
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Rookery Building
- Willis Tower Skydeck
- Magnificent Mile
- Chicago Water Tower