Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile
Description
Experience Chicago's legendary architecture and the exceptional architects who created this ever-changing legacy for all to admire. This family-friendly introduction to the Windy City's rich history and architectural heritage features highlights from Wendella's full-length architecture tours. Hop aboard our world class vessels as our local authentic tour guides showcase our amazing city.
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Itinerary
Cruise along the main and part of the south branch.
Learn about the history of the Riverwalk.
Hear the history of the bridge.
The Wrigley Building at 400 N Michigan Ave is named for one of Chicago's most famous industrialists.
One of the largest buildings in Chicago, and the country, the Merchandise Mart is a sight to behold.
Learn about he Lyric Opera House, Chicago's grand venue for live performance, business, and entertainment.
Pass by these iconic mixed-use apartment buildings - "a city within a city" with their unique corn-cob exterior.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Weapons prohibited by US Coast Guard
- Outside alcohol is prohibited
- All bags subject to search
- Arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time
- Contact tour operator for wheelchair & ADA access
- Indoor and outdoor seating is available on a first come, first served basis
- Special requests entered at checkout cannot be guaranteed
Reviews(3,511)
Such a wonderful experience, boarding was quick and easy. Me and my sister sat on top and order a drink for the ride. I love every minute of it, the tour guide, the views, everything was all in all great!! Highly recommend
Wonderful experience.! The boat left timely and the tour guide was excellent and entertaining. He was very knowledgeable about Chicago.
The guide did an amazing job, his name was Zach. He added a lot of value to that tour.
Excellent way to see the highlights of the beautiful buildings in Downtown Chicago. Tour guide excellent. Would also be helpful to have a QR code that had the pictures of the buildings and names to follow along with the tour guide for those of us who would like a keepsake.
The people were very nice and helpful! I only wish I arrived sooner to get seating at the top of the boat. We stood on the lower level and it had a very nice view but we could not hear the guide very well. It was still a fun experience and definitely worth a visit!
Very interesting learned a lot, didn't know about Chicago not the buildings especially having the 2nd biggest building in the US and one of the top blogs in the world
Great river view tour of Chicago! Our guide, John, was outstanding! Very knowledgeable and fun sense of humor. Highly recommend!
We got there 9:15 and the boat had already left, you guys need to put on the website that the that’s the time that the boat actually leaves… and we still didn’t get a refund.
Our web site, tickets and emailed confirmation list the scheduled departure time as the time the vessel leaves the dock, and for the benefit of all guests, we always try to leave on time. If you contact us directly, we'd be happy to review your reservation and discuss any available rescheduling options.
It was very beautiful, calm, and an enjoyable experience! I learned listening to all the facts about the city and enjoying the views!
It was an awesome experience, the city was absolutely gorgeous!!! The tour guide was very knowledgeable. Purchasing the tickets were easy and available to my phone on time.
