Chicago River cruise boat passing under DuSable Bridge with city buildings in the background.
Visitors on Chicago River cruise viewing city architecture.
Chicago River cruise boat passing under a bridge with city skyscrapers in the background.
Wrigley Building and Chicago River view on 90-minute architecture cruise.
Visitors on Chicago River architecture cruise viewing skyscrapers.
Chicago skyline along the river viewed from the 90 Min Chicago River Architecture Cruise.
Chicago skyline with Willis Tower viewed from the river, featuring a raised railway bridge.

Chicago

90-min Chicago River Architecture Cruise

Duration
Duration

1.5 hours

Free cancellation
Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Guided tour
Guided tour

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Enjoy a 90-minute architecture cruise on the Chicago River with an expert guide providing engaging live commentary throughout the journey.

Discover over 130 years of Chicago’s architectural history as your guide shares fascinating stories behind the city’s most iconic and innovative buildings.

Cruise along the main river and its north and south branches, taking in skyline views from an open-air deck or a comfortable climate-controlled cabin.

Pass landmarks including the Amtrak Rail Bridge, Goose Island, NBC Tower, Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, Trump International Hotel & Tower, and AMA Plaza.

If you're an architecture buff or love seeing cities differently, this cruise offers a unique view of Chicago along with benefits such as skip-the-line access and onboard refreshments (available for purchase onboard).

90‑min Chicago River architecture cruise

Boat tour with an expert tour guide

Food and beverages (available for purchase onboard)

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Know before you go

What's not allowed

  • Keep in mind that outside alcohol, weapons of any kind, flammables, and explosives are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

  • Smoking cigarettes and e-cigarettes is not allowed on board.

Accessibility

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

  • Your guide dogs are welcome on board.

Additional information

  • The Captain reserves the right to adjust the tour route as needed to ensure passenger safety and comfort.

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