Shoreline Cruises Chicago

Shoreline Cruises Chicago operates the city’s largest fleet; 11 tour vessels and 7 water taxis-delivering architecture river cruises, skyline lake excursions, festive fireworks sails and custom private charters. Guests enjoy open‑air observation decks, fully climate‑controlled cabins and entertaining expert commentary on Chicago’s architectural heritage.

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Tour boat on Chicago River with city skyline and bridge in background.

Tour guide speaking on a Chicago River Architecture Cruise with skyscrapers in the background.

Tour boat cruising on the Chicago River with city skyline and bridge in the background.

Cruise boat on Chicago River with city skyscrapers and Wrigley Building in view.

Cruise boat on Chicago River with city skyscrapers in the background.

Chicago River cruise boat passing iconic skyscrapers and bridges.

Willis Tower view from Chicago River Architecture Cruise.

Sightseeing Cruises

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Set sail from Michigan Avenue dock in the heart of Chicago for an insightful 60-minute architectural river cruise.
Board a vessel offering unparalleled views of over 40 landmarks, including the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower and the 398-foot Wrigley Building.
The cruise features live English commentary from a knowledgeable guide, vividly depicting Chicago's architectural history and evolution.
You also have the option to embark from the Navy Pier dock, positioned at the entrance of the renowned Navy Pier boardwalk.
Did you know? The Tribune Tower has fragments of famous world structures like the Great Wall of China and the Taj Mahal embedded in its walls.

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Set sail from Michigan Avenue dock in the heart of Chicago for an insightful 60-minute architectural river cruise.
Board a vessel offering unparalleled views of over 40 landmarks, including the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower and the 398-foot Wrigley Building.
The cruise features live English commentary from a knowledgeable guide, vividly depicting Chicago's architectural history and evolution.
You also have the option to embark from the Navy Pier dock, positioned at the entrance of the renowned Navy Pier boardwalk.
Did you know? The Tribune Tower has fragments of famous world structures like the Great Wall of China and the Taj Mahal embedded in its walls.