Chicago Architecture River Cruise on the Historic Chicago River
by Shoreline Sightseeing
Choose from 5 available options
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.$78Overview
This guided boat cruise on the Chicago River lasts about one to one and a half hours. The route follows the main branch of the river, continues up the north branch to the East Bank Club, then heads south past the Willis Tower to the Old Post Office Building. Along the way, passengers see more than 40 notable buildings in Chicago's skyline. The cruise passes landmarks such as the John Hancock Center, a 100-story skyscraper standing 1,128 feet tall, and the Wrigley Building with its white facade and clock tower. Other points include the twin corncob towers, the Old Post Office with its exterior stones from famous structures including the Parthenon and the Berlin Wall, and a building noted for its wave-like balconies. An expert guide provides live commentary on the architecture and history of these sites throughout the trip. The boats are pet-friendly and have onboard restrooms. Drinks are available for purchase. The experience offers an opportunity to view Chicago’s cityscape from the river while learning about its architectural development.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Chicago River cruise
The tour takes place aboard a boat cruising the Chicago River for about one hour.
60 min
City skyline views
Passengers see views of Chicago's skyline from the river throughout the cruise.
Navy Pier area
The route passes 50 acres of parks, promenades, gardens, shops, eateries, and attractions, including a 15-story Ferris wheel.
Old Post Office Building
This neo-gothic tower features exterior stones collected from famous buildings such as the Parthenon, St. Peter's Basilica, Notre Dame, the White House, and the Berlin Wall.
John Hancock Center
The cruise passes the John Hancock Center, a 100-story skyscraper that rises to 1,128 feet.
Marina City towers
The twin corncob towers are a distinctive feature of Chicago’s urban landscape seen on the cruise.
Willis Tower
Once the tallest building in the world, the Willis Tower is a prominent part of the skyline along the route.
Aqua Tower
Known for its wave-like balconies, the Aqua Tower represents modern architectural design encountered during the cruise.
Meeting point
FROM NAVY PIER: Departs from 124 N Streeter Drive from the Shoreline Sightseeing docks at Polk Bros Park.
End point
FROM NAVY PIER: Departs from 124 N Streeter Drive from the Shoreline Sightseeing docks at Polk Bros Park.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Chicago Architecture River Cruise on the Historic Chicago River
by Shoreline Sightseeing
Choose from 5 available options
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.$78Overview
This guided boat cruise on the Chicago River lasts about one to one and a half hours. The route follows the main branch of the river, continues up the north branch to the East Bank Club, then heads south past the Willis Tower to the Old Post Office Building. Along the way, passengers see more than 40 notable buildings in Chicago's skyline. The cruise passes landmarks such as the John Hancock Center, a 100-story skyscraper standing 1,128 feet tall, and the Wrigley Building with its white facade and clock tower. Other points include the twin corncob towers, the Old Post Office with its exterior stones from famous structures including the Parthenon and the Berlin Wall, and a building noted for its wave-like balconies. An expert guide provides live commentary on the architecture and history of these sites throughout the trip. The boats are pet-friendly and have onboard restrooms. Drinks are available for purchase. The experience offers an opportunity to view Chicago’s cityscape from the river while learning about its architectural development.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Chicago River cruise
The tour takes place aboard a boat cruising the Chicago River for about one hour.
60 min
City skyline views
Passengers see views of Chicago's skyline from the river throughout the cruise.
Navy Pier area
The route passes 50 acres of parks, promenades, gardens, shops, eateries, and attractions, including a 15-story Ferris wheel.
Old Post Office Building
This neo-gothic tower features exterior stones collected from famous buildings such as the Parthenon, St. Peter's Basilica, Notre Dame, the White House, and the Berlin Wall.
John Hancock Center
The cruise passes the John Hancock Center, a 100-story skyscraper that rises to 1,128 feet.
Marina City towers
The twin corncob towers are a distinctive feature of Chicago’s urban landscape seen on the cruise.
Willis Tower
Once the tallest building in the world, the Willis Tower is a prominent part of the skyline along the route.
Aqua Tower
Known for its wave-like balconies, the Aqua Tower represents modern architectural design encountered during the cruise.
Meeting point
FROM NAVY PIER: Departs from 124 N Streeter Drive from the Shoreline Sightseeing docks at Polk Bros Park.
End point
FROM NAVY PIER: Departs from 124 N Streeter Drive from the Shoreline Sightseeing docks at Polk Bros Park.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.