Chicago Architectural River Cruise with Live Commentary and Beverages
by Chicago Line Cruises
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This 90-minute Chicago Architectural River Cruise takes place on the Chicago River, where a certified docent provides live commentary throughout the trip. The guide presents more than 50 skyscrapers, bascule bridges, and historic landmarks along the river. The narration explains how Chicago’s architecture developed after the Great Chicago Fire, focusing on the rise of structural steel and plate glass construction. Key architects discussed include John Wellborn Root, William Le Baron Jenney, Louis Sullivan, Daniel Burnham, Bertrand Goldberg, Fazlur Khan, Mies van der Rohe, and Jeanne Gang. The tour covers the evolution of the city’s skyline from the late 19th century through the 20th century and into the 21st century, highlighting buildings such as the Trump Tower and Aqua. Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, including coffee, lemonade, and Coke products, are provided on board. Alcoholic drinks like beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase but are not included in the price.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Chicago
During the cruise, the guide presents over 50 skyscrapers, bascule bridges, and historic sites throughout Chicago.
Chicago River
The 90-minute architectural tour explains how the Great Chicago Fire shaped the city’s rebuilding, highlighting architects such as John Wellborn Root, William Le Baron Jenney, Louis Sullivan, Daniel Burnham, Bertrand Goldberg, Fazlur Khan, Mies van der Rohe, and Jeanne Gang, and showcasing the evolution of Chicago’s skyline from structural steel and plate glass to modern towers like Trump Tower and Aqua.
90 min
Meeting point
Address is 465 N. McClurg Court (on a hidden branch of the Chicago River called the "Ogden Slip") behind Pinstripes Cafe Please note we are not located at Navy Pier. There is street parking on Illinois. The ticket office is no more than 300 feet from the vessels.
End point
Address is 465 N. McClurg Court (on a hidden branch of the Chicago River called the "Ogden Slip") behind Pinstripes Cafe Please note we are not located at Navy Pier. There is street parking on Illinois. The ticket office is no more than 300 feet from the vessels.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Chicago Architectural River Cruise with Live Commentary and Beverages
by Chicago Line Cruises
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$100Overview
This 90-minute Chicago Architectural River Cruise takes place on the Chicago River, where a certified docent provides live commentary throughout the trip. The guide presents more than 50 skyscrapers, bascule bridges, and historic landmarks along the river. The narration explains how Chicago’s architecture developed after the Great Chicago Fire, focusing on the rise of structural steel and plate glass construction. Key architects discussed include John Wellborn Root, William Le Baron Jenney, Louis Sullivan, Daniel Burnham, Bertrand Goldberg, Fazlur Khan, Mies van der Rohe, and Jeanne Gang. The tour covers the evolution of the city’s skyline from the late 19th century through the 20th century and into the 21st century, highlighting buildings such as the Trump Tower and Aqua. Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, including coffee, lemonade, and Coke products, are provided on board. Alcoholic drinks like beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase but are not included in the price.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Chicago
During the cruise, the guide presents over 50 skyscrapers, bascule bridges, and historic sites throughout Chicago.
Chicago River
The 90-minute architectural tour explains how the Great Chicago Fire shaped the city’s rebuilding, highlighting architects such as John Wellborn Root, William Le Baron Jenney, Louis Sullivan, Daniel Burnham, Bertrand Goldberg, Fazlur Khan, Mies van der Rohe, and Jeanne Gang, and showcasing the evolution of Chicago’s skyline from structural steel and plate glass to modern towers like Trump Tower and Aqua.
90 min
Meeting point
Address is 465 N. McClurg Court (on a hidden branch of the Chicago River called the "Ogden Slip") behind Pinstripes Cafe Please note we are not located at Navy Pier. There is street parking on Illinois. The ticket office is no more than 300 feet from the vessels.
End point
Address is 465 N. McClurg Court (on a hidden branch of the Chicago River called the "Ogden Slip") behind Pinstripes Cafe Please note we are not located at Navy Pier. There is street parking on Illinois. The ticket office is no more than 300 feet from the vessels.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.