Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile
Overview
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.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Restroom on board
- Enclosed climate-controlled lounge/shelter from bad weather
- Alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks & snacks available for purchase on board
- Storage
Meeting Location
400 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Chicago River
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Wrigley Building (pass by)
Merchandise Mart (pass by)
Lyric Opera of Chicago (pass by)
Marina City (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile?
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Activity code: C-76126P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT).
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Restroom on board.
- Enclosed climate-controlled lounge/shelter from bad weather.
- Alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks & snacks available for purchase on board.
- Storage.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Restroom on board
- Enclosed climate-controlled lounge/shelter from bad weather
- Alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks & snacks available for purchase on board
- Storage
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
- Operated by a business
