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“This was absolutely amazing. I went with my 17-year-old son. We both just loved it. The tour guide on the boat was funny and nice and so educational and Chicago is just a sunny city which I have a deeper appreciation for now.”
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.
“So cold in winterX dont suggested and please make it in summer time, i cant enjoy it at all because my fingers and toes felt nothing and i went to the indoor lower deck after one hour on the upper outdoor upper deck”
Discover Chicago's iconic architecture from the river on a 1.5-hour guided cruise. Enjoy expert guides, stunning views, and local food options.
“What a wonderful way to experience the city! Chicago is absolutely beautiful and seeing it from the Chicago river was a terrific experience! I would do it again!”
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.
“The ticketing office is on the Riverwalk level of Wacker Drive. Be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before departure time for the boarding process.”
Experience Chicago's stunning architecture on a 75-minute river cruise with live narration, skip-the-line tickets, and beautiful city views.
“The tour guide!! He was fabulous. Informative, funny and knowledgeable.”
Discover Chicago's iconic architecture on a 45-minute river cruise with live commentary, open-air or sheltered seating, and stunning city views.
“Everything was great, aside from the lower deck smelling highly of vomit. Otherwise, worth the $28! Tour guide was very knowledgeable.”
Discover Chicago's stunning architecture from the water on this 1.5-hour boat tour, featuring expert guides, iconic landmarks, and scenic lake views.
“This experience was really great! What made it Fun and Exciting was the commentator telling us all about the history of Chicago architecture. John was really funny and had the crowd laughing. If you take this tour, go with John.”
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.
“The tour is great .. we were stuck in traffic and they allow us to join other group later … it was very kind of them to do so”
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.
“Our guide was great. Good fun and very informative! Well worth the cost, even with a little rain!”
Explore Chicago’s iconic skyline on a 90-minute architecture river cruise. Enjoy expert guides, stunning views, and insider stories for an authentic experience.
“David was a great and knowledgeable tour guide! He gave just enough details of the skyline without being overwhelming or boring.”
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 tour leader Spencer did a wonderful job of taking us to various buildings in downtown Chicago and explaining the history and architecture of the buildings. The buildings were beautiful. It was raining and very windy outside and Spencer was good to bring us inside…”
Discover Chicago’s top landmarks, architecture, and local foods in a compact 5-hour tour. Perfect for first-timers seeking an authentic city intro.
“Informative; our guide Dave was passionate and knowledgeable. It was great to try Chicago’s iconic foods too!”
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.
“Speaker was great. She was amazing. Knew the city very well. Interesting facts and side note. Worth a good tip.”
Discover Chicago's highlights with a small-group city tour, featuring iconic landmarks and an optional architecture river cruise for a comprehensive experience.
“Love all the information of the buildings’ history! Seeing them in one area was amazing! The tour took about an hour. I didn’t visit the bar/cocoa area downstairs but it’s great that they have one. The guide was funny and friendly. He interacted with us…”
Explore Chicago’s secret interiors on a 2-hour walking tour, discovering hidden architectural details and stories with passionate guides for just $36.
“Our guide Grant was fantastic! My friend and I took the tour on a cold February day and enjoyed every minute of it. Grant is very personable and knowledgeable. The architectural details we saw were stunning. Definitely recommend this tour!”
The river runs through an architecture lesson, and the lake applauds.