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City Cruises Chicago: 75-min Speedboat Architecture Cruise

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About the activity

Enjoy Chicago's iconic skyline with an exciting speedboat tour departing from Navy Pier. View Chicago's unique architecture and famous landmarks from the water as you listen to the live narration.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    75 minutes
  • Includes
    • 75-minute architecture cruise
    • Live narration of spectacular city architecture
    • Restroom facilities onboard
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Board at the iconic Navy Pier with panoramic views of the Chicago skyline
  • Pass through the historic Chicago Harbor Locks for a narrated tour on the River
  • Sail along the Chicago River with up close views to architectural gems
  • Landmarks: Tribune Tower, Willis Tower, Merchandise Mart, famous bridges & more
  • Finish with an exhilarating speedboat ride with panoramic views on Lake Michigan

Description

Climb aboard for an unforgettable adventure with Seadog River and Lake Architectural Tour! Start your journey at Navy Pier on Lake Michigan, where you’ll board a speedboat and embark on a thrilling ride through the Chicago Harbor Locks.

Once through the locks, you’ll enter the Chicago River, cruising past the city’s renowned architectural marvels. Admire iconic landmarks such as Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower), Tribune Tower, and the Civic Opera House, all while enjoying engaging and informative narration about their fascinating histories.

The tour continues with an exhilarating speedboat ride with breathtaking views along Lake Michigan, taking in sights like Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park, and the Chicago Museum Campus. This family and dog-friendly experience combines thrilling speed with stunning vistas and rich architectural insights for an unforgettable exploration of Chicago’s architectural gems.

Good to know before you go
  • Infants are free, however, make sure you select the free infant ticket option to ensure admittance on the cruise
  • The speedboat is an open-air vehicle and you may get wet
  • This tour runs weather permitting
  • All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult
  • The speedboat is accessible for most wheelchairs; if you have an extra-large wheelchair, the marine crew will assist you in boarding the vehicle
  • Restrooms are available on the speedboat
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    13-99 years
  • Children
    4-12 years
  • Infants
    0-3 years
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