Architecture cruise on the Chicago River from Navy Pier
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1 hour


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Overview

This picturesque cruise is led by a professional guide who shares exciting details and historical significance of the buildings that line the Chicago River. Departing from historic Navy Pier, you’ll sail down all three branches of the Chicago River--the main branch, north branch and south branch.While on the main branch, you’ll marvel at the works of Bertrand Goldberg and Jeanne Gang. Afterwards, reach the north branch and witness the vast contrast in how architecture on the Chicago River has changed over time. Enjoy amazing photo opportunities at Wolf Point, and then sail down the south branch where you’ll see Chicago’s iconic Willis Tower. You'll even hear the dramatic story of how Chicago rose from the ashes of the Great Fire of 1871.Buildings along the tour:35 East Wacker222 North LaSalle225 West Wacker311 South Wacker333 North Michigan333 West Wacker401 North MichiganAon CenterApple StoreAquaBoeing World Headquarters Central US Post Office Chicago Board of Trade Cityfront CenterCivic Opera BuildingEast Bank ClubFulton HouseIBM BuildingJewelers BuildingJohn Hancock CenterLake Point Tower LaSalle-Wacker BuildingLeo Burnett Building London Guarantee Building Marina CityMerchandise Mart Montgomery Ward Complex Navy PierNBC Tower ChicagoPlaza Citicorp Center Prudential PlazaRR Donnelley CenterRiver CityRiver CottagesTribune TowerTrump TowerUSG Building Riverside Willis Tower (Sears Tower) Wolf PointWrigley Building

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Shoreline Sightseeing

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Location

The tour will depart from Polk Bros Park at the entrance of Navy Pier. Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure.

Address

108 N Streeter Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

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Experience

Inclusions

  • Professional narration of tour highlights

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks (available on most tours)

Additional Information

  • Know in advance:
  • Tours last 75 minutes, except for the months of March and November, where tours run 60 minutes
  • Enjoy panoramic skyline views from along the Chicago River
  • Please note that some boats are double-decker boats with an open upper deck, and some are flat barge vessels. Boats are open-aired vessels with no heating element so dress for an outdoor activity
  • Observe Chicago's world-famous architectural styles
  • Boats can accommodate wheelchairs up to 30-inches wide. These wheelchairs must be able to navigate a ramp with a 2-inch step at one end
  • Make your friends back home envious with great photo ops
  • Restrooms are located on the boat's lower deck, and can only be reached by stairs
  • Leashed dogs are welcome on the tour
  • You can cancel your ticket for free up to 1 business day (Monday-Friday) in advance; cancellations for Sunday cruises must be made by Friday

Extras Available

If the displayed extras are not bookable via our website, you can book and pay locally within the destination

  • Pet friendly

  • Wheelchair accessible

Guide Languages

  • English

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.

from
EUR 51.00