Chicago Architecture River Cruise
Overview
Inclusions
- Guided architecture cruise of the historic Chicago River
- Live commentary on board
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Chicago River, Chicago, IL
Cruise takes place on the Chicago River.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Pass By: Chicago Skyline, Chicago, IL 60601
Enjoy an amazing view of the city's skyline.
Pass By: Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-3419
50 acres of parks, promenades, gardens, shops, eateries and attractions, including a 15-story Ferris wheel.
Pass By: Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower, 233 S Wacker Drive entrance on Jackson Blvd (south side of building), Chicago, IL 60606-7147
Tallest building in the Western Hemisphere
Pass By: Tribune Tower, 435 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-4066
The neo-gothic tower's signature is the exterior collection of stones from other famous edifices, like the Parthenon, St. Peter's Basilica, Notre Dame, the White House and most recently, the Berlin Wall.
Pass By: John Hancock Center, 875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-1803
The John Hancock Center, is a 100-story, 1, 128-foot supertall skyscraper
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- All boats have full restrooms and a full bar
- Some boats are single deck vessels, the type of vessel you are placed on cannot be guaranteed
- Wheelchairs or other walking assistance equipment are not provided.
- Tour times cannot be changed.
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Departure locations cannot be changed
- Beginning November 8, 2022 through April 2023, tours will be 60 minutes in length.
- Cruises are dog-friendly
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 250 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Our guide/ narrator Joe was exceptional , knowledgeable , and friendly. He made the architectural sight seeing enjoyable.
Our guide/ narrator Joe was exceptional , knowledgeable , and friendly. He made the architectural sight seeing enjoyable.Staff was friendly and helpful. Tour guide was engaging and knowledgeable. Definitely recommending to friends.
Staff was friendly and helpful. Tour guide was engaging and knowledgeable. Definitely recommending to friends.Erica, our docent, was informative funny and very spontaneous reeling off facts a mile a minute. She also has a true love for Chicago which came through clearly. I recommend this tour to any new visitor and locals who might learn some surprising facts.
Erica, our docent, was informative funny and very spontaneous reeling off facts a mile a minute. She also has a true love for Chicago which came through clearly. I recommend this tour to any new visitor and locals who might learn some surprising facts.Definitely worth it! Learned so much about the beautiful architecture and the city of Chicago itself. Lots of helpful tips for sightseeing and food choices. Highly recommend! Jack was a wonderful tour guide!
Definitely worth it! Learned so much about the beautiful architecture and the city of Chicago itself. Lots of helpful tips for sightseeing and food choices. Highly recommend! Jack was a wonderful tour guide!We loved the tour. Very comfortable, large boat, smooth ride. Our guide was very knowledgeable and resourceful. We learned the history of all the tall buildings, the history of the city and the big fire, and then the quick rebound. He also provided tips on fun activities and good eating spots. De...
We loved the tour. Very comfortable, large boat, smooth ride. Our guide was very knowledgeable and resourceful. We learned the history of all the tall buildings, the history of the city and the big fire, and then the quick rebound. He also provided tips on fun activities and good eating spots. Definitely coming back.Our tour guide, Jim with Shoreline, was incredibly knowledgeable, funny and shared so many fun and interesting facts. Highly recommend!
Our tour guide, Jim with Shoreline, was incredibly knowledgeable, funny and shared so many fun and interesting facts. Highly recommend!