Chicago
The architecture cruises: ninety minutes on the river through a canyon of landmark towers, with docents who make structural steel sound like gossip. If Chicago gets one slot on your itinerary, this is the slot.
Discover Chicago’s stunning skyline and iconic architecture on this 1 hour 15-minute river cruise, led by knowledgeable guides. Perfect for first-timers and architecture lovers.
Most Popular“Informative, engaging docent. Nice to hear about what was happening in Chicago at the time the buildings were being erected. Options for food and drink were great. Seats were comfortable. The weather on Dec. 24 on the water in Chicago could have ruined the trip.…”
Discover Chicago’s iconic architecture from the river on a 90-minute boat tour with expert guides, offering stunning views, engaging stories, and great value.
“Very nice everything is amazing beautiful place people very kind whit my family probably be back next year”
Discover Chicago's iconic architecture from the river on a 1.5-hour guided cruise. Enjoy expert guides, stunning views, and local food options.
“Excellent tour, it’s a must do trip. Our tour guide was so enthusiastic and passionate about the information he was giving us, he was great and really made the experience so memorable. Great tour”
Experience Chicago’s stunning architecture from the river with a 1.5-hour guided cruise aboard First Lady, offering expert insights and iconic city views.
“This was a WONDERFUL experience! And the hot chocolate was *chef’s kiss * good! The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly too.”
Experience Chicago's stunning architecture on a 75-minute river cruise with live narration, skip-the-line tickets, and beautiful city views.
“this tour was really nice, enjoyed very much, tour guide was great 😁”
Discover Chicago's iconic architecture on a 45-minute river cruise with live commentary, open-air or sheltered seating, and stunning city views.
“It was a wonderful tour. I did it at 5:00 pm so the buildings were lit up and that was absolutely beautiful.”
Discover Chicago's stunning architecture from the water on this 1.5-hour boat tour, featuring expert guides, iconic landmarks, and scenic lake views.
“Visiting Chicago from Ireland for first time with friends and this was an excellent way to kick off the holiday. Gives you good view of Chicago, learn a bit of history from your guide, indoors available if it’s cold. Overall perfect and price was perfect…”
Discover Chicago's stunning architecture on a 45-minute family-friendly river cruise with expert guides, scenic views, and the option to purchase drinks and snacks onboard.
“Great adventure. Short and sweet. Definitely recommend.”
Discover Chicago’s stunning skyline and architecture from the water on this 1.5-hour cruise along the river and Lake Michigan, guided by local experts.
“Henry was our guide and made the tour really enjoyable”
Explore Chicago’s iconic skyline on a 90-minute architecture river cruise. Enjoy expert guides, stunning views, and insider stories for an authentic experience.
“I've lived in Chicago my whole life and I finally got to see my gorgeous city from the river! Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and made the experience so much fun! Make sure to bring a jacket just in case it's windy or cold…”
Explore Chicago’s hidden interior architectural gems on this 2-hour walking tour. Learn from knowledgeable guides and see stunning interiors many visitors overlook.
“Our family had a wonderful experience! Our tour guide, Heath, was very informative, entertaining, and kept the tour moving! This was our best Chicago tour to date! Great for a chilly winter day!”
Discover Chicago’s top landmarks, architecture, and local foods in a compact 5-hour tour. Perfect for first-timers seeking an authentic city intro.
“Dave was great! He is very knowledgeable and cares about his group. We learned a lot! Anticipate a good 3 and a half hour of walking at a slow pace.”
Discover Chicago’s stunning architecture on a 1.5-hour river cruise with expert guides, scenic views, and fascinating stories that bring the city’s skyline to life.
“Great experience! Valerie did a great job sharing the history of Chicago. She brought the architecture to kife and was able to offer a picture into the life of these very influential people that make the Chicago skyline the tapestry it is for millions of…”
Discover Chicago's highlights with a small-group city tour, featuring iconic landmarks and an optional architecture river cruise for a comprehensive experience.
“Best tour ever!!! Avery was FANTASTIC!!! I could have ridden around with him for hours hearing about the city. Hate that it only lasted 2 hours! He really knows his history and was able to answer every question I threw at him! Trevor give this…”
Explore Chicago’s secret interiors on a 2-hour walking tour, discovering hidden architectural details and stories with passionate guides for just $36.
“Angel was very knowledgeable and we learned so many interesting things about the history of Chicago architecture! If you go in winter- bundle up. 90% spent outside. Overall great experience.”
The river runs through an architecture lesson, and the lake applauds.