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Chicago: Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady

USA Today Readers' Choice 2021 Awards #1 boat tour in North America!

Duration: 1h 30mins
Live guide: English
Registered address: 111 E Wacker Drive, 60601, Chicago, US
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Discover Chicago's architecture, fly over its landmarks and enjoy city views

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90-minute cruise on the Chicago River
Narration by a professional, certified guide
Full-service bar and snack bar (items available for purchase)
Storage for luggage
Admission to the galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
Food and drinks (available for purchase on board)
  • Exchange your smartphone voucher for a ticket at the box office at Chicago's First Lady boat dock, on the northeast corner of Michigan Ave. and E. Wacker Dr. Look for the blue awning marking the stairway entrance, 112 E. Wacker Dr.
  • Late arrivals may not be accommodated
  • Tickets are not refundable and not transferable to other departure dates or time

Want to learn about Chicago from the best? Join a highly trained and enthusiastic volunteer CAC guide for a river cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady, and get a detailed rundown of the city's numerous and world-renowned architectural styles! You'll hear the fascinating stories of the legendary figures who designed and built the infamous Windy City.

For more than 25 years, the CAC's expertly trained volunteers have led this insightful river cruise, sharing fascinating stories behind more than 50 buildings along the Chicago River. Hear how Chicago grew from a small settlement into one of the world's largest cities in less than 100 years!

Saturday
10:00 - 17:00
Sunday
10:00 - 17:00
Monday
10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday
10:00 - 17:00
Friday
10:00 - 17:00
  • Refunds are not possible for this ticket
  • Rescheduling is not possible for this ticket.

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