Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Boat Tour
Description
Marvel at the magnificent architecture on the Chicago River with expert tour guides! All ages welcome. Each architecture river tour is narrated by a professional guide which leads passengers down the Chicago River to discover the city’s most renowned landmarks. In addition to historical insight on well known structures such as the Civic Opera House, Trump Tower & the Merchandise Mart, passengers will also get a chance to learn about current and upcoming developments. This Chicago River Cruise is the only cruise that navigates the three primary branches of the river including the main branch to Navy Pier, the north branch to Goose Island, and the south branch to Chinatown. It is also the cruise closest to Skydeck, has the least expensive parking, and is great for those coming from the suburbs due to its location off Interstate 290.
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Located in the center of the Magnificent Mile, and steps from the Michigan Avenue Bridge, The Wrigley Building has been a hallmark of Chicago’s skyline since 1920. Designed as the headquarters for the successful chewing gum, the building was modeled after the Seville Cathedral’s Giralda Tower in Spain. Today, it is still home to Wm Wrigley Jr. Company, and is perhaps best known for its dazzling white towers that illuminate the city at night.
Willis Tower is the heart of downtown Chicago and the future of work and play. The 110-story building is one of the tallest buildings in the world and the second tallest building in Chicago, making it impossible to miss when appreciating the city’s skyline.
Aqua Tower is an 82-story mixed-use residential skyscraper in the Lakeshore East development in downtown Chicago, Illinois.
The Chinatown neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois is on the South Side and is an example of an American Chinatown, or ethnic-Chinese neighborhood.
Chicago's Merchandise Mart is an iconic building housing top home showrooms and plenty of office space.
Drawing crowds for over 100 years, the Navy Pier is a must-see on any visit to Chicago.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour times cannot be changed
- Cruises are on rain or shine
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Please arrive 30 min before your cruise time
- Seating is first come first serve. If you have a large group, arrive early
- Each guest needs a ticket including children & infants
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Vessel has full bar and restroom
- Please take note that parking is about $12.00 - $15.00.
Reviews(1,724)
I had an amazing time on the boat tour! Would recommend it to all who hasn’t gone
This is a MUST DO while in Chicago - BUT - do it at night, not during the day. The skyline at night is amazing and well worth the time on the tour. Our guide was hard to understand as she spoke too fast (maybe done this too long?) but she was knowledgeable. We were disappointed we could not catch all she had to say. The cruise is relaxing and very enjoyable. There are snacks and bathrooms downstairs on the boat.
I truly enjoyed the experience. The guide was very educational. He also let us know when it was a good time to take pictures. I do recommend this tour, el
Hillary was very knowledgeable and funny
This is my favorite architecture tour. They take you down both branches of the river. Their emphasis on the architecture completely changed my view of and appreciation of the city. It’s my tour of choice when I have guests in town. Great deal with the Groupon
Heath was fantastic!! He is an excellent storyteller and we learned and saw so much! We would recommend him and this tour again and again. Getting it on Groupon was very nice as well.
Wonderful experience with a great tour guide. He offered a wealth of knowledge and history while being very entertaining at the same time.
Loved the views and taking photos we had so much time and everyone aboard to take good photos and he was funny
This was an excellent tour. Both the guide and the Captain were amazing. The place they leave from is a little off the path, but the parking was free. We really enjoyed the playful banter along with the informative trivia. It made us feel like friends.
Absolutely love the Architecture boat tour. We go every couple years as it is always changing. Crew were outstanding at the bartender, Sarina, was so amazing. Can't recommend highly enough.
