Chicago Architectural River Cruise

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Stop At: Chicago River, Chicago, IL

This 90 minute Architectural cruise sails on the Chicago River. It is fully narrated, discussing the buildings of Chicago, as well as some historical anecdotes! On this tour you will travel to the North, South and the Main branches of the Chicago River to see the world renowned architecture of Chicago. Take in the views as you pass by more than 50 skyscrapers, bascule bridges and historic sites. Come grab a seat and enjoy complimentary Starbucks Coffee, Twining Tea, Coca-Cola soft drinks, lemonade and cookies. Beer and wine is also available for purchase.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Pass By: Lake Point Tower, 505 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611-3427

Lake Point Tower is a famous high-rise residential building, whose architects were students of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe,

Pass By: Wrigley Building, 410 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-4213

See the Wrigley Building, a white, terra-cotta landmark built in 1922 as headquarters for the Wrigley chewing gum company.

Pass By: Aqua Tower, 225 N Columbus Dr Ste 220, Chicago, IL 60601-7910

Aqua Tower is one of few tall buildings to create a community on its facade. It combines a hotel, offices, rental apartments, condominiums, and parking, along with one of Chicago’s largest green roofs.

Pass By: Tribune Tower, 435 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-4066

This 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: Marina City, 300 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654-5414

Marvel at Marina City, with unique architecture for a building complex as its own self-contained community.

Pass By: Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-3419

Navy Pier on Lake Michigan is home to rides, restaurants, entertainment, and a famous 15-story Ferris wheel.

Pass By: Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower, 233 S. Wacker Drive Entrance on Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60606-7147

Willis Tower is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

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Included

Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and cookies
Live commentary on board

Not included

Gratuities
Beer and wine (available for purchase)

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
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 175 travelers

Features

Tourism

80%

Cultural

50%

Original

30%

Aquatic

20%

Reviews

4.8

154

Alison F

5 | 2019-09-27

The tour guide was extremely informative and we really enjoyed the time on the river. Plus, free drinks and cookies! Great way to learn about the city!!

Stuart f

5 | 2019-08-13

There is so much to see. The architecture is amazing! Different times of building throughout the river.

URSULA N

5 | 2019-07-08

Detailed knowledgeable explanations of the history of the architecture in the city. It is fascinating. Kids enjoyed it. Adults enjoyed it.

MELNUT2003

5 | 2019-07-03

Excellent information while seeing impressive architecture from a completely different vantage point. Historical and current information blended in the narrative to make the time fly by. Highly recommend

Paula H

5 | 2019-07-03

Did the 90 minute architect tour of the Chicago river. Very interesting but also entertaining enough to keep an 11 year old engaged

Catherine C

5 | 2019-04-15

Loved this tour!! Our tour guide was wonderful kept us well informed of all the buildings we were passing

Phlip F

5 | 2018-10-03

Awesome tour. As with all tours what makes it is having a wonderful guide which I can truly say we did. She was extremely knowledgeable and came across as someone who really cared in making our experience fabulous. This is an easy 5 star experience.

Donald E

5 | 2018-09-10

Info and perspective-packed live narrative during a scenic cruise of the Chicago River. This was September 7, 2018 with 70 degree temp and overcast sky.

Carol H

5 | 2018-07-15

Docent was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. Appreciated that the tour went beyond the downtown area.

mamabull

5 | 2018-07-15

My husband and I were visiting Chicago and this was one of the first tours that we did. The narrator was excellent. He was very informative and the ride was smooth.

Kimberly P

5 | 2018-07-10

The tour was fantastic. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable! There were complimentary beverages and cookies. The boat had restrooms and it was very clean. The tour guide was fantastic. We took our 75 year old mothers and they both wnjoyed it.

Gary F

5 | 2018-03-31

It was a great experience! The tour guide was fun and educational! Fresh coffee and cookies for the value it was awesome!!

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