Chicago River Cruises

Enjoy a 90-min guided cruise on Chicago River, exploring the city's rich architectural history.

Starting point: Wendella's Michigan Avenue Docks

• Everything you get: Sail along the Chicago River for 90-min while you see some of the city's best architectural offerings with expert narration in English. Skip the line for seamless boarding and enjoy a comfortable ride with climate-controlled interiors, open-air decks, restrooms, and a cash bar for refreshments.
• Sights covered: The Amtrak Rail Bridge, Goose Island, NBC Tower, Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, Trump International Hotel & Tower, AMA Plaza and more.
• Why choose this: If you're an architecture buff or someone who loves to see the cities you visit in a different light, this cruise is a great option where you see Chicago in a completely different lens with live narration from an expert guide.

Inclusions

• Skip the line ticket
• Boat tour with an expert tour guide

Exclusions

• Food and beverages
  • Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase with cash or card on the boat)

Experience more of Chicago in a short amount of time on a boat cruise with an expert tour guide.

Starting point: Wendella's Michigan Avenue Docks

• Everything you get: This 45-min guided Chicago River cruise comes with live narration from an experienced tour guide. Your comfortable boat is complete with climate-controlled cabins, restrooms, a full-service bar, and open-air upper decks for unobstructed skyline views and photography.
• Sights covered: NBC Tower, Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, Trump International Hotel & Tower, AMA Plaza and more.
• Why choose this: Discover 130 years of architectural history compressed within 45-min in a relaxed way on a comfortable, fully equipped boat.
• Upgrades: Opt to sail on a 90-min cruise for a more in-depth experience with a lot more Chicago gems to explore.

Inclusions

• River cruise
• Expert Tour guide

Exclusions

• Food and drinks from the on board snack bar

Cruise the Chicago River and Lake Michigan for an up-close and a skyline perspective of Chicago.

Starting point: Wendella's Michigan Avenue Docks

• Everything you get: This 90-min cruise will give you spectacular views of famous buildings in Chicago from both Chicago River & Lake Michigan. Enjoy a comfortable experience on a premium boat with open-air decks & climate-controlled interiors, complete with live commentary from experienced English-speaking guides.
• Sights covered: Lighthouse, Marina City Goldberg, Merchandise Mart, Tribune Tower, Aon Center, NBC Tower, 360 Chicago, Willis Tower, Adler Planetarium and more.
• Why choose this: Get a wider perspective on Chicago's celebrated architecture by sightseeing from both river and lake, with expert narration throughout the experience.

Inclusions

• Boat tour of Chicago River
• Boat tour of Lake Michigan
• Skip-the-line ticket
• Expert English-speaking tour guide

Exclusions

• Food and beverages (available for purchase on board)
  • Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase on board)

Sail into the golden hour on a relaxing sunset cruise along Chicago River and Lake Michigan.

Starting point: Wendella's Michigan Avenue Docks

• Everything you get: Your sunset cruise on Chicago River and Lake Michigan features open-air decks and a climate-controlled cabin for comfort in any weather. With a short on-board narration, it lets you enjoy the twilight hour with no distractions, just nature's magic and you.
• Sights covered: The Gold Coast, Lighthouse, Water Tower Place, Centennial Fountain, NBC Tower, Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building and more.
• Why choose this: Perfect for a date night or just to unwind, take your loved ones on this evening cruise for gorgeous sunset views and a peaceful evening of sailing.

Inclusions

• Boat cruise on Chicago River & Lake Michigan
• Local English-speaking tour guide

Exclusions

• Food and drinks (Snacks are available for purchase on board)

See Windy City's iconic architecture on a 75-min cruise covering all three branches of Chicago River.

Starting point: Michigan Avenue or Navy Pier

• Everything you get: This architecture cruise takes you along all three branches of the Chicago River over 75 mins with an expert guide sharing insights into the city's rich architectural history in English.
• Sights covered: 40+ landmarks including Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, Marina City & more.
• Why choose this: This long and comprehensive cruise is the perfect introduction you need to check out the beautiful skyline of Chicago, as it takes you on multiple routes of the river.
• Upgrades: Choose to start your cruise from Navy Pier instead according to your convenience. You even have the option to take the guided tour in Spanish.

Inclusions

• 75-minute boat tour

• Live commentary in English

• Departure from Michigan Avenue

• Live commentary in Spanish (As per option selected)

• Departure from Navy Pier (As per option selected)

Short on time? This Lake Michigan cruise will show you the best of Chicago in just 30 minutes.

Starting point: Navy Pier Marina

• Everything you get: See the beauty of Chicago's skyline, including landmarks like the Willis Tower & John Hancock Building, all on a comfortable 30-min cruise. Relax on open-air decks or in climate-controlled cabins, while listening to pre-recorded commentary detailing the city's rich history.
• Sights covered: Art Institute of Chicago, Grant park, Willis Tower, John Hancock Building, 875 North Michigan Avenue, 900 North Michigan, Water Tower Place and more.
• Why choose this: This is a fast and efficient way to admire Chicago’s skyline from the open waters of Lake Michigan. ​

Inclusions

• Cruise on Lake Michigan
• Skip-the-line ticket
• Pre-recorded commentary in English