Wrigley Building

The Wrigley Building is a Chicago landmark and one of the city's most recognizable structures, located on the Magnificent Mile along Michigan Avenue. Completed in 1924, the building features a striking white terra-cotta exterior inspired by Spanish Renaissance architecture, with a distinctive clock tower that has become a symbol of Chicago. The building was originally the headquarters of the Wrigley Company (famous for chewing gum). Visitors can admire the architecture from the outside, walk through the arcade, and view the ornate lobby. At night, the building is beautifully illuminated, making it a favorite subject for photographers. Its location near the Chicago River and Michigan Avenue Bridge offers excellent photo opportunities.

Don't miss

• Admire the gleaming white terra-cotta facade and ornate details
• Photograph the iconic clock tower, especially at night when lit
• Walk through the ground-floor arcade with shops and cafes
• View the lobby's decorative ceiling and marble finishes
• Stroll across the Michigan Avenue Bridge for a classic skyline view

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Ways to visit Wrigley Building

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Know before you go

• Best photo spot: from the Michigan Avenue Bridge looking north, or across the river at the Wrigley Building's south side.
• Combine with a walk along the Chicago Riverwalk or a visit to the nearby Tribune Tower.
• Stop for coffee or a snack at the café inside the arcade.
• The clock tower is not open to the public, but you can see it up close from the street.

A bit of history

The Wrigley Building was built by chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr. as the company's headquarters. Completed in two phases (1924 and 1925), it was the first air-conditioned office building in Chicago and featured a clock tower modeled after the Giralda in Seville, Spain.