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Chicago Seadog River and Lake Architectural Tour with Speedboat Ride
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Chicago Seadog River and Lake Architectural Tour with Speedboat Ride

by City Cruises

1 hour
Berkeley
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1 hour
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$74.97$83.30Save 10%
2 adults × $37.49
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

The Chicago Seadog River and Lake Architectural Tour lasts 75 minutes and starts at Navy Pier. The tour begins by sailing through the Chicago Harbor Locks onto the Chicago River. Passengers view notable buildings including the Civic Opera House, the Merchandise Mart, the Willis Tower, and the Tribune Tower while listening to informative narration about the city's architecture. The boat passes by Grant Ulysses Park and the Clarence F. Buckingham Fountain along the way. After the river portion, the tour continues with a speedboat ride on Lake Michigan, cruising along the lakeshore skyline at high speed. The tour is family and dog friendly and includes both the river cruise and the speedboat segment. Guests may bring their own drinks, but glass containers are not allowed. A photo ID is required to board, and all cruises operate weather permitting.

Highlights

75-minute river and lake boat tour in Chicago
Views of Willis Tower, Merchandise Mart, and Civic Opera House
Speedboat portion on Lake Michigan included
Narrated commentary on Chicago's architecture
Tour departs from Navy Pier
Family and dog-friendly cruise

What's included

Speedboat ride portion on Lake Michigan
Cruise along lakefront, through locks, and Chicago River to Willis Tower
Scenic views of Chicago’s architecture
75-minute combined architectural tour and speedboat ride

What's not included

Guests must bring their own drinks (no glass containers allowed)

Itinerary

1

Navy Pier

The tour begins at Navy Pier, a popular Chicago landmark and departure point for Seadog Cruises.

2

Tribune Tower

Passengers view the Tribune Tower, one of Chicago’s notable architectural buildings.

3

Grant Ulysses Park

The boat passes by Grant Ulysses Park, a 319-acre park along Lake Michigan.

4

Clarence F. Buckingham Fountain

The route includes views of the Clarence F. Buckingham Fountain, a famous Chicago landmark.

5

Chicago River

The cruise continues along the Chicago River, providing views of the city’s well-known architecture.

Meeting point

Seadog cruise departs from the south side of the Navy Pier

End point

Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL All Seadog vessels departing from Navy Pier are docked on the water directly across from the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Wheelchair accessible
Not advised during pregnancy
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infant seats are available
Wheelchair-accessible transport
Wheelchair-accessible surfaces throughout
Suitable for all fitness levels
Photo ID is required for all guests to board due to Coast Guard regulations
All cruises operate only when weather conditions allow
Total
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