Activities
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 1 Hour
Do this because
Admire Chicago's amazing urban architecture from the Chicago River
View works of Bertrand Goldberg, Jeanne Gang and Mies van der Rohe
Take stunning photos of the picturesque skyline at Wolf Point
What to expect
This 60-minute sightseeing cruise is led by a professional guide who shares exciting details and historical significance of the buildings that line the Chicago River. Boarding at the dock on Michigan Avenue, you'll sail down all three branches of the Chicago River - the main branch, north branch and south branch.While on the main branch, you'll marvel at the works of Bertrand Goldberg and Jeanne Gang. Afterward, reach the north branch and witness the vast contrast in how architecture on the Chicago River has changed over time. Enjoy amazing photo opportunities at Wolf Point, and then sail down the south branch where you'll see Chicago's iconic Willis Tower. You'll even hear the dramatic story of how Chicago rose from the ashes of the Great Fire of 1871.Buildings along the tour: 35 East Wacker, 222 North LaSalle, 225 West Wacker, 311 South Wacker, 333 North Michigan, 333 West Wacker, 401 North Michigan, Aon Center, Apple Store, Aqua, Boeing World Headquarters, Central US Post Office, Chicago Board of Trade, Cityfront Center, Civic Opera Building, East Bank Club, Fulton House, IBM Building, Jewelers Building, John Hancock Center, Lake Point Tower, LaSalle-Wacker Building, Leo Burnett Building, London Guarantee Building, Marina City, Merchandise Mart, Montgomery Ward Complex, Navy Pier, NBC Tower Chicago, Plaza Citicorp Center, Prudential Plaza, RR Donnelley Center, River City, River Cottages, Tribune Tower, Trump Tower, USG Building Riverside, Willis Tower (Sears Tower).
What's included
Professional narration of tour highlights
What's not included
Food and drinks (available on most tours)
What to remember
Know in advance:
Tours last 75 minutes, except in the months of March, April, and November, when tours last 60 minutes
Restrooms are located on the boat's lower deck, and are only accessible by stairs
Please note that upper decks are open-air
Leashed dogs are welcome on the tour
This tour is only available in English
Provider
SHORELINE SIGHTSEEING
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Michigan Avenue – 401 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Meeting point:
The meeting point is the flagship Apple Store located at the dock.