Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Boat Tour
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About the Activity
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 290.1 hour 30 minutes
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Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Fully enclosed interior with air conditioning, seats, & windows
Outside seating available (seating is first come first serve basis)
Transportation amenities : On-board restrooms. Restroom on board
Guided architecture cruise of the historic Chicago River
Full bar & snacks (available for purchase)
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
$12 to $15 discounted parking lot connected to marina
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Travel Itinerary
- Maximum 150 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
Wrigley Building(Pass By)
400-410 Michigan Ave, , Chicago, United States, 60611-4213Located 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.View LocationWillis 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.View Location
Aqua Tower(Pass By)
225 N Columbus Dr Ste 220, , Chicago, United States, 60601-7910Aqua Tower is an 82-story mixed-use residential skyscraper in the Lakeshore East development in downtown Chicago, Illinois.View LocationChicago Chinatown(Pass By)
Chicago, United States, 60616-1916The Chinatown neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois is on the South Side and is an example of an American Chinatown, or ethnic-Chinese neighborhood. View LocationMerchandise Mart(Pass By)
222 Merchandise Mart Plz, Chicago, United States, 60654-1103Chicago's Merchandise Mart is an iconic building housing top home showrooms and plenty of office space.View LocationNavy Pier(Pass By)
600 E Grand Ave, , Chicago, United States, 60611-3419Drawing crowds for over 100 years, the Navy Pier is a must-see on any visit to Chicago.View LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Please enter 900 S Wells Chicago, IL 60607 to your GPS for directions to the boat dock.
Go through the parking lot behind the River City condominium building. The parking lot is located across from the soccer field on 9th St and Wells.View Location
End point
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Please enter 900 S Wells Chicago, IL 60607 to your GPS for directions to the boat dock.
Go through the parking lot behind the River City condominium building. The parking lot is located across from the soccer field on 9th St and Wells.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional 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
- Child Ticket (3 and under) is for free but needs a registered ticket
- Youth Tickets available on our main ticketing page
- 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
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCruises are on rain or shine. All tours are non-refundable and non-transferable. We will always send an e-mail if there are any changes to your booked tour. Please do not call/text to inquire if a cruise will be cancelled. Always assume the cruise is going on unless you get a cancellation e-mail from us. Ticketed Passengers MUST be boarded 10 min before departure time! Standby boarding starts 10 min before the departure time. Late ticketed passengers will be placed at the end of the standby line. There are no refunds or if you miss the boarding time indicated above.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Chicago time to receive 100% refund.
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