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Chicago Architecture Cruise

Duration

1 hr 30 mins

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    • Gain a fresh perspective on Chicago’s architectural legacy as you cruise the river, guided by expert docents sharing stories behind each landmark.

    • Board your Chicago Line Cruises vessel and settle in with complimentary Starbucks Coffee, Twinings Tea, soft drinks, or lemonade.

    • The route showcases icons like the Wrigley Building, Merchandise Mart, and Willis Tower, all viewed from the water’s unique vantage point.

    • Listen as knowledgeable guides bring Chicago’s architectural history to life, highlighting design, legacy, and the city’s evolving skyline.

    • Beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase onboard, along with exclusive Starrboard Collective merchandise for a Chicago-inspired keepsake.

    • 90-minute guided architecture cruise on the Chicago River

    • Expert docent guides onboard

    • In-depth architectural commentary by expert docents

    • Complimentary Starbucks Coffee, Twinings Tea, soft drinks, and lemonade

    • Access to the open-air upper deck onboard

    • Access to enclosed, air-conditioned main deck

    • Full-service bar onboard (available for purchase)

    • Covers all three branches of the river: Main, North, and South

    • Alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, cocktails) (available for purchase onboard)

    • Merchandise (Starrboard Collective clothing and souvenirs)

    • Parking

    • Transportation to/from the departure location

    • Gratuities

  • TOTAL DURATION1 hour 30 minutes
    MODE OF TRANSFERBoat

    1 Boarding point

    Ogden Slip

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    Sights covered

    NBC Tower

    NBC Tower

    St. Regis Chicago

    St. Regis Chicago

    Aqua Tower

    Aqua Tower

    Tribune Tower

    Tribune Tower

    Wrigley Building

    Wrigley Building

    Trump International Hotel & Tower

    Trump International Hotel & Tower

    Marina City

    Marina City

    Merchandise Mart

    Merchandise Mart

    Chicago Riverwalk

    Chicago Riverwalk

    Salesforce Tower Chicago

    Salesforce Tower Chicago

    Wolf Point (East)

    Wolf Point (East)

    Wolf Point (West)

    Wolf Point (West)

    River Point

    River Point

    Fulton House

    Fulton House

    Kinzie Street Railroad Bridge

    Kinzie Street Railroad Bridge

    150 North Riverside

    150 North Riverside

    Goose Island

    Goose Island

    Willis Tower

    Willis Tower

    Civic Opera House

    Civic Opera House

    Boeing World Headquarters (100 N. Riverside)

    Boeing World Headquarters (100 N. Riverside)

    311 South Wacker Drive

    311 South Wacker Drive

    River City

    River City

    The Old Chicago Main Post Office

    The Old Chicago Main Post Office

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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