Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Chicago's iconic architecture
- Learn from certified local docents
- Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady boat
- See landmarks like Willis Tower and John Hancock Center
- Enjoy a 90-minute narrated river tour
Full description
Included / Excluded
- 90-minute guided river cruise
- Expert narration by certified docent
- Access to Chicago's First Lady boat
- Food and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Cruise operates rain or shine
- Food and beverages are available for purchase onboard
- Wheelchair accessible
Know before you go
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure
- Dress appropriately for the weather conditions
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning views
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for children younger than 12 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- IMPORTANT: For safety reasons, motorized scooters and electric wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. Guests who are able to transfer may use the company's manual wheelchair based on availability.
- WARNING: Tickets are not refundable or transferrable to other departures.
- Pets are not allowed
- IMPORTANT: There is no elevator access to the boat dock.
- IMPORTANT: Most, but not all, departures are wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
- All seating is General Admission. Boarding is on a first come, first serve basis
- Routes, specific vessels, and schedules are subject to change without notice
Traveler reviews
Wonderful and educational cruise
The narrator was very knowledgeable and she provided an excellent explanation of all the architectural building styles and their history. We sat on the upper deck and toke a lot of pictures. The ship and crew were very friendly. I enjoyed a local beer during the cruise. I would highly recommend this cruise.
Great Chi Town experience
Outstanding views of the city scapes. Chris P our tour guide was so great and knowledgable with a tad of humor.
Excellence at every level!
Tina the unpaid guide was TERRIFIX! Crew was also great and so was the boat and the clean restrooms… could not have been better!
Fun and informative
We read this was the best architecture tour in Chicago, and we weren’t disappointed! Tina, our volunteer docent, had a lovely way of detailing the history of the buildings and river.
Absolutely fabulous !
Absolutely fabulous ! We totally loved the tour, and it’s only because of Mark T and his extraordinary comments during the cruise. It was so interesting to listen to all his stories, that we will definitely go and discover the Architecture Center for more !