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Narrated by certified, local docent
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady

Chicago Architecture Centre River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady

By Chicago Architecture Foundation & Chicago's First Lady Cruises
9.8 out of 10
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Overview

The Chicago Architecture Centre River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady has long been the gold standard among all Chicago tour experiences, and is the only Chicago architecture boat tour led by highly trained expert docents. On this 90-minute cruise, you will enjoy an overview of historic and modern architectural styles including stories about the people who designed and built Chicago.
As a certified nonprofit, all ticket purchases directly support education efforts and community engagement projects. No visit to Chicago is complete without experiencing this award winning tour, so accept no substitutes.

Activity location

  • Chicago River
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 112 E Wacker Dr
    • 112 East Wacker Drive
    • 60601, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal guide (docents)
  • What's includedWhat's includedBathroom on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive commentary on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedRiver sightseeing cruise
  • What's includedWhat's includedClimate controlled lower level
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDrinks & light snacks (available to purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedStorage for luggage
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWiFi on board

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not recommended for children younger than 12 years
  • Routes, specific vessels, and schedules are subject to change without notice
  • All seating is General Admission. Boarding is on a first come, first serve basis
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Pets are not allowed
  • WARNING: Tickets are not refundable or transferrable to other departures.
  • IMPORTANT: Most, but not all, departures are wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
  • IMPORTANT: For safety reasons, motorised scooters and electric wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. Guests who are able to transfer may use the company's manual wheelchair based on availability.
  • IMPORTANT: There is no lift access to the boat dock.

Activity itinerary

Chicago River
  • 1h 30m
Chicago Architecture Center (Pass by)
Navy Pier (Pass by)
Marina City (Pass by)
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago (Pass by)
330 N Wabash Ave (Pass by)
150 N Riverside Plaza (Pass by)
100 N Riverside Plaza (Pass by)
Willis Tower (Pass by)
Merchandise Mart (Pass by)
Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) (Pass by)
Tribune Publishing (Pass by)

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESChicago River
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE112 E Wacker Dr
    • 112 East Wacker Drive
    • 60601, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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