UChicago tours are available in-person. Tours are available to UChicago classes, student and staff groups, and other interested members of the University community. There is no charge for any UChicago group.
Professors are welcome to give self-guided tours in the galleries. However, you must make a reservation at least 24 hours in advance.
Requests for a guided tour must be received at least 14 days in advance. Requested dates and times are subject to availability.
Making a Reservation
To make a reservation, fill out this form here.
Guided Tour Options
The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures is pleased to offer tours for the University of Chicago community. Special tour requests can focus on a requested topic or object(s), or be led by a requested individual at the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures. Please email for more information about the types of tours that are offered. Available tours include:
Postcolonial tour of the ISAC Museum
Law in Ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt
Queens and Princesses in the Ancient World
Cost: Free for University of Chicago students and other University of Chicago groups.
Self-Guided Tour Options
ISAC allows professors to lead tours to their classes through the galleries. You are also welcome to bring a group to walk through the gallery without a guide or guiding them yourself.
Cost: Free for University of Chicago students and other University of Chicago groups.
Educational Programs
The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures is pleased to offer educational programs for the University of Chicago community. Please email for more information about the types of programs that are offered.
Cost: Free for University of Chicago students and other University of Chicago groups.
Questions? Email isac-education@uchicago.edu
