Chicago Architecture River Cruise
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What you can expect during your visit
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Overview
Experience one of the world’s most beautiful cities on a cruise down the historic Chicago River. On this architecture cruise, head down the main branch of the Chicago River, up the north branch to the East Bank Club, and then south past Willis Tower (Sears Tower) to the old Post Office Building. Take in magnificent city skyline views as you see more than 40 notable buildings, including the John Hancock Center and the Wrigley Building, and learn about their distinctive architecture from your onboard guide, an expert in architecture.
Highlights
- All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
- Choice of several departures throughout the day
- Family friendly
- Fully narrated tour
- Great overview and orientation of the city
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Reviews
Average 4.79 out of 5 stars based on 3526 verified reviews from Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Emilio C, Jun 2022 Verified
Learned a lot about Chicago. Excellent tour guide. He did a great job.
PedigoTheory, Jan 2022 Verified
This river cruise was fantastic! Spiro was knowledgeable, educational, and entertaining! His perspective on architecture and the history of Chicago was enlightening. He is clearly as proud of Chicago as Texans are of Texas.
christopher_c, Jan 2022 Verified
Spiro is an excellent guide. Informative and funny. Very versed in the history of Chicago. Kept the experience interesting at all times. Check in and boarding are quick and easy.
Tamara_E, Jan 2022 Verified
We chose the 4:00pm departure after reading the suggestion in another review. That person was right—it’s like getting two different tours. You see things in the daylight on the way out and the night lights on the way in. (You’ll have to adjust your timing for tours in a season other than winter.) Speaking of winter, dress warmly and consider bringing a blanket to cover your legs/lap. Cheers to our guide, Spiro. He’s the best. He went up to guests, introduced himself and asked them about themselves while boarding was going on. A great host. Also, a fantastic, knowledgeable tour guide…with a perfect voice for the job at hand.
Mary_O, Jan 2022 Verified
The staff were polite and helpful.
We were on time. Our tour guide, Ashley, I think, was very knowledgeable and sprinkled her commentary with jokes.
She also reminded some rude patrons to sit down and quiet down.
Evelyn_M, Dec 2021 Verified
The whole city was extremely beautiful! Love listening and learn different buildings! I had so much fun. I would to come again during summer !
Anaida_N, Dec 2021 Verified
Excellent experience!!! Professional crew!! Amazing architectural views and history of Chicago!! Very nice!
Valerie_C, Dec 2021 Verified
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and funny. We learned so much about the city and the buildings. It’s a beautiful and relaxing way to see the city.
SLBALOCH, Dec 2021 Verified
informative, friendly, great city views! Definitely worth every penny! These guys deliver as promised so don’t miss it!
Hector_G, Dec 2021 Verified
You must try this experience as soon as possible while in Chicago, plenty of history behind those majestic buildings, great overall trip!
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Product code: C-5580ARC
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