Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile

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  • Duration: 45 minutes (approx.)
  • Location: Chicago, United States
  • Product code: 76126P5
From USD $28.00
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Chicago River, Chicago, IL

Cruise along the main and part of the south branch.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601

Learn about the history of the Riverwalk.

Pass By: Michigan Avenue Bridge, 333 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601-3901

Hear the history of the bridge.

Pass By: Wrigley Building, 410 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-4213

The Wrigley Building at 400 N Michigan Ave is named for one of Chicago's most famous industrialists.

Pass By: 222 Merchandise Mart Plz Suite 107, Chicago, IL 60654-1103

One of the largest buildings in Chicago, and the country, the Merchandise Mart is a sight to behold.

Pass By: Lyric Opera of Chicago, 20 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606-2806

Learn about he Lyric Opera House, Chicago's grand venue for live performance, business, and entertainment.

Pass By: Marina City, 300 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654-5414

Pass by these iconic mixed-use apartment buildings - "a city within a city" with their unique corn-cob exterior.


Inclusions

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Restroom on board
  • Enclosed climate controlled lounge

Exclusions

  • Alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks & snacks available for purchase on board
  • Storage

Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

See Availability.

Departure Point:

400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

Duration

45 minutes(approx.)

Return details

Returns to original departure point

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Additional Information

Not wheelchair accessible

Stroller accessible

Service animals allowed

Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate

Weapons prohibited by US Coast Guard

Outside alcohol is prohibited

All bags subject to search

Arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time

Contact tour operator for wheelchair & ADA access

Indoor and outdoor seating is available on a first come, first served basis

Special requests entered at checkout cannot be guaranteed

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Posted By : shajaep
It was a great tour! 45 minutes is just the right amount of time for the tour. The guide had great presence and seemed quite knowledgeable about the architecture, history of the city, and even fun current facts about the buildings along the river. The boat was clean and there are bathrooms and a bar on the boat
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Posted On : 2024-04-29


Posted By : Sara_K
Great tour and a great tour guide well worth it! Must see Trump tower and many more architectural buildings
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Posted On : 2024-04-29


Posted By : Jennifer_L
Every one was very nice and friendly also helpful and very considerate they are always there to help you
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Posted On : 2024-04-29


Posted By : I7365RRlisab
The tour was great. Knowledge about architecture and history was impressive. Other passengers were very rude obscuring views and walking around. Disrespectful to the very good hostess. Worst was that parking cost 56.00$ not as mentioned even though we had vslidation
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Posted On : 2024-04-28


Posted By : 61campbellc
If you are able to do the sunset/night tours DO IT! It was so beautiful and fun to see the city all lit up, truly breathtaking. This was such a great tour and the staff speaking about the architecture was very knowledgeable and approachable. My father (70) and myself (30) had a blast and it was great for both of us. Comfortable seating and very accessible for older people who walk a little slower (there are many stairs that my father took slowly and everyone was kind and helpful). I can see myself doing this again with friends, co-workers, and even younger children (I encourage the 45 min one for kids).
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Posted On : 2024-04-28


Posted By : Divinity_C
Horrible customer service and care support, they wanted us to travel in the rain with our 10 month old daughter
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Posted By : Lane_H
Fabulous learning opportunity! Great guide and staff. Learned so much Chicago history! So much variety in style and form!
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Posted On : 2024-04-27


Posted By : Angie_B
I really appreciate that even though the tour is short (45 minutes) they gave us some minutes to take pictures with the best views
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Posted On : 2024-04-27


Posted By : Jazmin_P
Great tour of the architecture and the tour guide was very informative and had a personality that made you feel at ease. Would definitely recommend the tour you won’t regret it and it’s reasonably priced.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26


Posted By : michael_c
Entertaining and informative. Brought our 2.5yr old with us and while she didn't care much she sat still enough and enjoyed looking at the buildings. We brought our stroller with us and had no problems parking it on the boat. Just a side not to get down to the boat LOTs of stairs. 45 mins was the perfect amount of time on the boat. Would recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-04-26