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Lake Michigan & Chicago River: 1.5-Hr Sightseeing Cruise

See the Chicago skyline from Lake Michigan and enjoy a guided tour of the city

Duration: 1h 30mins
Live guide: English
Provider: Mercury Cruises
Registered address: 112 E Wacker Dr, 60601, Chicago, US
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90-minute Urban Adventure Cruise on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan
Live narration in English during the cruise
Bar and snack service (items available for purchase)
Food and drinks (available for purchase on board)

Meeting point

112 E Wacker Drive, IL, 60601, Chicago
  • Present your smartphone ticket to Chicago Urban Adventure Cruise: 90-minute River and Lake at the dock
  • Bags are checked prior to boarding
  • Departure is at the Southeast corner of the Michigan Avenue Bridge, on the river level. Look out for the black awning at the top of the stairway!
  • Make sure to check in at least 15 minutes before the start of your chosen cruise

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After the Great Chicago Fire in 1871 the city had to rebuild, and they made sure to rebuild big. Chicago became a pioneering destination for skyscrapers, taking advantage of new architectural practices, and hasn't looked back since.

These Chicago Urban Adventure Cruise: 90-minute River and Lake tickets let you see the city's landmarks including the Willis Tower, AON Center, and the John Hancock Building – designed by the same mind that gave the Louvre its glass pyramid.

The city's iconic towers have been paid homage to in movies – think Gotham City – and Chicago remains a jewel in the crown of global architecture. This is one trip you'll want to bring your camera on.

Spring Schedule (24 April - 21 May, 2020):

  • Monday - Sunday: 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15

Summer Schedule (22 May - 7 September, 2020):

  • Monday - Thursday: 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15
  • Friday - Sunday: 10:15, 12:45, 13:45, 15:15, 16:15, 17:45

Fall Schedule (8 September - 12 October, 2020):

  • Monday - Sunday: 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15
  • Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.

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Lillian,  United States United States
31 Aug 2024
Excellent
I was in awe the whole time and experienced a comfortable ride with good clear sound and eloquently narrated tour.
Chicago: 90-Minute Urban Adventure River and Lake Cruise
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Lynn,  United States United States
19 Aug 2024
Excellent
Awesome way to see the city and learn a bit of history as an out of towner. The particular tour we took was a smaller boat which personally we preferred for our family of 5 with young children....
Awesome way to see the city and learn a bit of history as an out of towner. The particular tour we took was a smaller boat which personally we preferred for our family of 5 with young children. Tour guide Jacob was fantastic- friendly, knowledgeable and personable. 10/10 recommended
Chicago: 90-Minute Urban Adventure River and Lake Cruise
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George,  United States United States
27 Jul 2024
Excellent
It a lot of good information about the city and the architecture. Please stop telling the Mrs O'Leary story. The reporter admitted that he made it up a couple of days after the fire to sell...
It a lot of good information about the city and the architecture. Please stop telling the Mrs O'Leary story. The reporter admitted that he made it up a couple of days after the fire to sell newspapers. It may sound good but it is fiction.
Chicago: 90-Minute Urban Adventure River and Lake Cruise

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