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Overview
Arrive early for boarding onto your boat at Wendella's Michigan Avenue Dock, conveniently located in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile. Seating is first-come first-served, so groups should arrive 30 minutes before the tour time.
On the bottom deck of the climate-controlled lounge, you'll find restrooms and a full-service bar offering snacks like chips and candy.
Depart from the dock to start discovering the architecture of Chicago as you float along the city's skyline. With lively commentary highlighting each landmark building, gain a comprehensive understanding of the city's architectural heritage. As you sail along Lake Michigan, capture photos against Chicago's 26-mile (42-mile) shoreline before returning to your departure point.
Operated by
Wendella Boats
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Wonderful!
Cinzia_M, Apr 2025
I would totally recommend this. Beautiful views and historical details of the city of Chicago are given in this cruise.
Loves to learn new things
Verita_L, Apr 2025
Very informative and Scott was knowledgeable and made it interesting. He was humorous and engaging. His history was on point.
What an experience!
Sean_S, Apr 2025
Wow! Can’t believe how knowledgeable the tour guide was. We found ourselves talking about the tour the whole weekend about how impressed we were about the knowledge of our tour guide.
Amazing views
chucul01, Apr 2025
Wow so awesome the view from the water I really loved trumps tower what a beautiful piece of architecture, the locks and story behind them was also fantastic
Itinerary
Chicago River
Lake and River Architecture Tours begin at Michigan Avenue and explore Chicago's amazing architecture along the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. All tours are narrated by professional tour guides.
45 minutesLake Michigan
Your tour travels along Lake Michigan and explores Chicago's beautiful skyline.
45 minutesCentennial Fountain And Water Arc
Dedicated in 1989 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago, known for reversing the flow of the Chicago River in 1900. For the first five minutes of every hour, the fountain shoots a water arc across the river from a tiered waterfall.
Merchandise Mart
The largest commercial building in the world.
Marina City
Pass by these iconic mixed-use apartment buildings - "a city within a city" with their unique corn-cob exterior.
Michigan Avenue Bridge
Michigan Avenue is home of the Chicago Water Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, and the shopping on the Magnificent Mile.
Wrigley Building
This white, terra-cotta landmark was built in 1922 as headquarters for the Wrigley chewing gum company.
Chicago Riverwalk
An open, pedestrian waterfront called the city's 'Second Lakefront.'
The Lyric Opera House
Second-largest opera auditorium in North America, with an Art Deco interior
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Outdoor and Indoor climate-controlled seating option
- Local Expert Guide
- On-board restrooms
Exclusions
- Alcoholic drinks, non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks available for purchase on board
- Storage
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Weapons prohibited by US Coast Guard
- Outside alcohol is prohibited
- All bags are 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
Guide Languages
English
Mandarin
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.