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★ 5.0“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.…”
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15,756 reviews1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $39.00by Shoreline Sightseeing
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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.
★ 4.5“The tour and tourguide were great! The time flew by and it was very interesting. If you have someone who needs the elevator to get to the dock, be sure to call the company for detailed instructions on how to get there. The staff was…”
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9,629 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $45.00by Wendella Tours & Cruises
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Discover Chicago's iconic architecture from the river on a 1.5-hour guided cruise. Enjoy expert guides, stunning views, and local food options.
★ 4.8“The guide did a great job. It was fun listening to all the stories behind these awesome landmark buildings.”
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8,046 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $44by Wendella Tours & Cruises
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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.
★ 5.0“Russel was an exceptional tour guide. Very knowledgeable. I love that we did this tour day 1 so that traveling throughout the city the rest of the trip I was able to connect points of interest to the tour and knowledge.”
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5,536 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $57.00by Chicago Architecture Foundation & Chicago's First Lady Cruises
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Experience Chicago's stunning architecture on a 75-minute river cruise with live narration, skip-the-line tickets, and beautiful city views.
★ 4.8“Fantastic trip around the river! Chicago bob was great! Really knowledge!! amazing views!”
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4,325 reviews1 hour - 90 minutesFrom $39by Shoreline Sightseeing
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Discover Chicago's iconic architecture on a 45-minute river cruise with live commentary, open-air or sheltered seating, and stunning city views.
★ 4.5“The tour was great cold 🥶 but great. Tour was funny and knowledgeable. I would recommend in the warmer months.”
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2,924 reviews45 minutes (approx.)From $28.00by Wendella Tours & Cruises
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Discover Chicago's stunning architecture from the water on this 1.5-hour boat tour, featuring expert guides, iconic landmarks, and scenic lake views.
★ 4.5“Very interesting and entertaining tour. Our guide, Dave was very informative and also funny. Learned a lot about Chicago and had a pleasant boat ride.”
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2,308 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $45.00by Wendella Tours & Cruises
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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.
★ 4.7“One of my favorite parts of our Chicago visit. The cruise was well narrated and informational.”
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2,304 reviews45 minFrom $28by Wendella Tours & Cruises
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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.
★ 4.7“I really liked the detailed explanations he gave about the view of the city from Lake Michigan and the various buildings seen from the Chicago River.”
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2,050 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $44by Wendella Tours & Cruises
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Explore Chicago’s iconic skyline on a 90-minute architecture river cruise. Enjoy expert guides, stunning views, and insider stories for an authentic experience.
★ 5.0“Loved the view of the city. I’ve been to Chicago many times and this was the best experience to date.”
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1,635 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $37.00by Tours and Boats
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Explore Chicago’s hidden interior architectural gems on this 2-hour walking tour. Learn from knowledgeable guides and see stunning interiors many visitors overlook.
★ 5.0“Adam, our tour guide, expertly led us through some of Chicago’s beautiful architectural gems, sharing his keen insight and good humor along the way. Thoroughly enjoyed the memorable journey. Thank you Adam!”
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1,489 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $35.00by Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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Discover Chicago’s top landmarks, architecture, and local foods in a compact 5-hour tour. Perfect for first-timers seeking an authentic city intro.
★ 5.0“John, the tour guide, deserves a 7 but I can't give this tour a 5 for a few reasons that will go overlooked if I just give it a 5. There has to be a few changes. I'm normally generous with my ranking but that…”
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1,153 reviews4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $100.95by Intrepid Urban Adventures - USA
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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.
★ 4.5“Highly recommended! Incredibly knowledgeable guide and breathtaking views on this unforgettable tour.”
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804 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $50.00by Chicago Line Cruises
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Discover Chicago's highlights with a small-group city tour, featuring iconic landmarks and an optional architecture river cruise for a comprehensive experience.
★ 5.0“Avery was great! He knew a lot of interesting information. He was extremely informative. Avery was helpful with everything!!!”
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705 reviews2 to 4 hours (approx.)From $49.95by See it ALL Chicago Tours
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Explore Chicago’s secret interiors on a 2-hour walking tour, discovering hidden architectural details and stories with passionate guides for just $36.
★ 4.9“Very interesting tour going through very interesting buildings that I would never go into unless this tour took me there. I learned a lot about life in Chicago a decade ago.”
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498 reviews2 hoursFrom $35by Chicago River Boat Architecture Tours
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