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Architecture cruise on the Chicago River from Michigan Ave
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Recommended by 94% of travelers
4.7/5
Chicago, United States of America
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Architecture cruise on the Chicago River from Michigan Ave

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Language: English

Offered in:

English

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Duration: 1 hour
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Why you’ll love this…

Admire Chicago's amazing urban architecture from the Chicago River
View works of Bertrand Goldberg, Jeanne Gang and Mies van der Rohe
Take stunning photos of the picturesque skyline at Wolf Point

What we expect

This 60-minute sightseeing cruise is led by a professional guide who shares exciting details and historical significance of the buildings that line the Chicago River. Boarding at the dock on Michigan Avenue, 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. Afterward, 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...

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What's included

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Professional narration of tour highlights

What to remember

Know in advance:

Tours last 75 minutes, except in the months of March, April, and November, when tours last 60 minutes
Restrooms are located on the boat's lower deck, and are only accessible by stairs
Please note that upper decks are open-air
Leashed dogs are welcome on the tour
This tour is only available in English

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Reviews

Excellent

4.7/5
Based on 19 reviews from verified customers
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Anonymous

September 2025
From United States of America

Excellent

The tour was amazing. It was a beautiful day. The tour guide was knowledgeable and engaging. Definitely worth it!
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Anonymous

July 2025
From United States of America

Excellent

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Anonymous

May 2024
From United States of America

Average

Our electronic tickets were refused. Told us they were for Wendella Went to Wendella and they confirmed tickets were for Shoreline Tours and not Wendella. My wife is handicapped and we were not able to return to Shoreline. We are seeking a refund.
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Anonymous

May 2024
From United States of America

Excellent

Our tour guide was amazing! I am not even interested in architecture, and yet it was super fascinating! Enjoyed it a ton!
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Anonymous

June 2023
From United States of America

Excellent

Docent was very informative and funny. Made the experience very pleasurable
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Anonymous

November 2022
From United States of America

Great

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Anonymous

October 2022
From United States of America

Excellent

Tour was fun and Courtney was amazing! So funny and full of interesting information. Highly recommend this boat tour!!
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Anonymous

September 2022
From United States of America

Excellent

Our family had a great time looking at beautiful sights while listening to interesting history of the beautiful city.
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Anonymous

September 2022
From United States of America

Excellent

Well worth both the time and $$ to see how positively Chicago has changed over the last ten years or so. And you get to see it physically,from the inside, looking out.
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Anonymous

May 2022
From United States of America

Excellent

Absolutely worth it. Jim, our tour guide was informative, entertaining, and knowledgeable!
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Anonymous

May 2022
From United States of America

Excellent

Great tour, lots of history, crew and tour guide are clearly very experienced in running these tours. Even on a cool, rainy, windy Sunday in late April it was worth it!
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Anonymous

May 2022
From United States of America

Excellent

Great time!
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Anonymous

April 2022
From United States of America

Excellent

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Anonymous

August 2021
From United States of America

Excellent

We thoroughly enjoyed the architectural cruise. The guide was wonderful, sharing his expertise as well as entertaining stories.
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Anonymous

September 2018
From United States of America

Excellent

Used Musement thanks to a 20% off promo via Google Trips. They offered all of the attractions I wanted to do in Chicago at an unseen discount. All of the attractions scanned my phone and it went flawless. Highly recommend!
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Anonymous

August 2018
From Italy

Great

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Anonymous

June 2018
From United States of America

Great

wanted to go there for ages and finally managed!
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Anonymous

March 2018
From Italy

Great

Ottimo servizio
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Anonymous

March 2018
From United Kingdom

Excellent

Not disappointed in anyway. From the beginning to the end a really worth while experience.
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