Views & landmarks
Mather Tower
What It Is
Mather Tower is a neo-Gothic skyscraper situated near the Chicago River in the downtown Loop district. Travelers stop here primarily to view its slender design and detailed terracotta facade from street level, typically as part of an architectural walking tour.
Getting There
Because the building is located right in central downtown Chicago, you can easily reach it on foot from most parts of the Loop in about 5 to 10 minutes. Downtown CTA transit stops and local bus routes along Wacker Drive and Michigan Avenue also stop within a short walk.
Time to Allow
Plan for about 10 to 15 minutes. Sightseeing is limited to viewing and photographing the exterior architecture and decorative details from surrounding sidewalks and river vantage points.
When to Go
Visit during daylight hours when natural light highlights the terracotta features. The surrounding streets see heavy pedestrian foot traffic from commuters during weekday morning and evening rush hours, but sidewalk viewing space is rarely crowded for visitors.
Nearby Attractions
You can pair a stop here with several other architectural landmarks in the immediate area:
- Wrigley Building (0.2km)
- 330 North Wabash (0.2km)
- Marina City (0.3km)
- Two Prudential Plaza (0.3km)
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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