Duration
Guided tour
Meals included
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Cruise through the Chicago River and Lake Michigan at night on a 90-minute guided journey featuring illuminated skyline views, live commentary, and guaranteed outdoor seating.
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See Chicago’s city lights from both open-air upper decks and enclosed climate-controlled lower decks, with cruises operating comfortably in all weather conditions.
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Listen to engaging stories from your guide while sailing through the Chicago Harbor Lock, where the boat rises into Lake Michigan before returning to the river.
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Relax with onboard amenities including restrooms, free stroller storage, a full-service bar, snack options, and early boarding support for guests with limited mobility, while children under 4 ride free with a ticket.
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Upgrade to Priority Boarding for early access and the best choice of seats before general boarding begins, whether you prefer open-air or enclosed viewing areas.
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90-minute guided evening cruise on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan
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Local guide onboard
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Live commentary
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Access to the open-air upper deck and enclosed lower deck
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Restrooms onboard
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Full-service bar and snack bar (available for purchase onboard)
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Free stroller storage
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Wheelchair accessible restrooms on select vessels
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Children under 4 ride free
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Priority boarding with skip-the-line access (as per option selected)
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General boarding (as per option selected)
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Food and beverages (available for purchase onboard)
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Gratuities
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Parking
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- TOTAL DURATION90 minutesMODE OF TRANSFERBoat
1 Boarding point
Sights covered
Merchandise Mart
Wolf Point
Marina City
Chicago Harbor Lock
Lake Michigan
Lake Point Tower
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
What to bring
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Bring a valid ID as proof of age if you want to purchase alcoholic beverages from the onboard bar.
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Carry a light jacket along for comfort.
What's not allowed
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Oversized bags and luggage are not allowed at the dock or onboard, and there is no luggage storage available.
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Guests may not bring outside alcoholic drinks onto the vessel.
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Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted, except for ADA-defined service dogs and dogs on designated Canine Cruises.
Accessibility
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Select vessels, including the Classic Lady, Leading Lady, and Emerald Lady, feature wheelchair-accessible restrooms.
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Since the Riverwalk does not include elevators, ADA access is available through the ramp at State Street and Wacker Drive within Vietnam Memorial Park.
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Guests with limited mobility may request staff assistance and early boarding services.
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Changing tables are available only on the Classic Lady, Leading Lady, and Emerald Lady vessels.
Additional information
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Check-in begins at least 30 minutes before departure, with priority boarding opening 20 minutes prior and general boarding beginning 15 minutes before sailing.
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All seating is first-come, first-served, and every guest is guaranteed access to outdoor seating areas.
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Cruises run in all weather conditions, with enclosed lower decks providing climate-controlled comfort if needed.
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Children younger than 4 cruise free with a ticket, and strollers must be folded and stored during the journey.
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Onboard restrooms close 15 minutes before the end of the tour for safety reasons.
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Guests can access discounted parking at 111 E. Wacker Dr. when validated by the ticket office or the boat bartender.
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Tickets are final sale and cannot be refunded or exchanged.
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The cruise lasts around 90 minutes and travels through the Chicago Harbor Lock while showcasing major city landmarks and skyline views.
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Printed tickets are unnecessary, as mobile tickets are accepted for boarding.
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Food and beverages are sold onboard, but they are not included in the ticket price.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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