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Chicago Architecture Evening Cruise

Tour boat on Chicago River at sunset, surrounded by tall buildings and orange sky.
DuSable Bridge illuminated at twilight with Chicago skyline in the background.
Boat tour on Chicago River with group, surrounded by modern skyscrapers and bridges.
People on a boat deck viewing Chicago skyline at dusk with water and cloudy sky.

Duration

1 hr 15 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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    • Admire evening views of Chicago’s skyline from the water, offering a fresh vantage point beyond traditional river cruises.

    • Cruise past iconic landmarks like Willis Tower, Tribune Tower, and Wrigley Building with stunning views.

    • Enjoy live or recorded commentary revealing the city's rich architectural history and landmark stories.

    • Capture incredible photo ops of over 40 architectural marvels bathed in the glow of twilight.

    • Select either a 75-min cruise departing from Michigan Avenue or a 45-min cruise leaving from Navy Pier.

    • Commentary in English

    • 75-min evening sightseeing cruise departing from Michigan Avenue (as per tour selected)

    • 45-min evening sightseeing cruise departing from Navy Pier (as per tour selected)

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

  • What to bring

    • Credit card for onboard purchases (no cash accepted).

    • Light layers or sun/rain protection, especially for boats with open upper decks.

    • Camera or smartphone for capturing skyline views.

    What's not allowed

    • Outside food and beverages are not permitted on board.

    • Motorized or oversized wheelchairs are not allowed on most ramps and boats.

    Accessibility

    • Architecture River Tour dock at Navy Pier is wheelchair accessible (for narrow-base wheelchairs only).

    • Michigan Avenue dock is not wheelchair accessible.

    • Some boats have restrooms on lower decks that are not accessible due to lack of elevators.

    • Upper decks are open-air with minimal weather protection.

    Additional information

    • Life jackets are available but will only be distributed in an emergency.

    • Tours follow local, state, and federal health and safety guidelines.

    • Most boats are double-decker; some have partial overhead cover, while a few have no cover at all.

    • Restrooms are available onboard.

    • Light snacks and beverages are available for purchase.

    • Leashed dogs are welcome on board.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

    • Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

    Boarding point

    Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.

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