Chicago River Architecture and History-Private Boat Tour

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About the Activity

Discover Chicago by private boat with a local Chicagoan to highlight its fascinating history and architectural marvels along the way! Before we board, we’ll take a short walk in the Chicago Loop, a bustling area filled with gems like the ostentatious Marshall Field building, the stained-glass-domed Cultural Center, and the Chicago Theatre, adorned with its emblematic marquee. After arriving at the dock, you’ll board your own private boat and set sail along the Chicago River. As we glide along, your guide will point out some of the city’s most fascinating landmarks. Stare up in awe at Willis Tower, once the world’s tallest building. Spot Union Station, which you might recognize from several famous films. And gaze upon a behemoth Art Deco building so large it once had its own zip code! We’ll also pass by Wolf Point, formerly occupied by Native Americans and later by many of Chicago’s first commercial buildings. Afterwards, you might want to explore all these sites and more on foot!

2 hours 30 minutes

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Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Get to know the history of Chicago’s growth from pre-settlement to current day

Local English-speaking guide

Explore the Chicago Loop by foot and pass by its architectural marvels

Private Boat Transportation

Hear the history of the Chicago River and how it has shaped the city’s identity

See top Chicago attractions like Willis Tower and Union Station

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Gratuities for the guide

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Locations in the itinerary

The Chicago Theatre(Pass By)

175 N State St, , Chicago, United States, 60601-3623This is where your tour begins - underneath the iconic neon sign made famous in both movies and musicals! Here, you'll meet your tour guide and then set off through bustling downtown Chicago.View Location

Marina City(Pass By)

300 N State St, , Chicago, United States, 60654-5414Before you board your private boat for a tour along the Chicago River, gaze up at the two towers that make up the main complex of Marina City. Your tour guide will share stories of its development and the complex’s current uses besides an apartment community. View Location

Downtown / The Loop(Pass By)

Chicago, United StatesYour brief walking tour prior to boarding your private Chicago River boat takes place in this lively neighborhood of shopping, nightlife, performing arts, and, of course, restaurants with the best food Chicago has to offer!View Location

Chicago River

Chicago, United StatesWe'll cruise alongside this urban green space thronged with visitors and locals alike enjoying its 1.25-mile long path filled with public art. Your Chicago tour guide will point out sites of interests including Marina Towers, the Britannica Building, and the Sears Tower (now known as the Willis Tower).2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Merchandise Mart(Pass By)

222 Merchandise Mart Plz, Chicago, United States, 60654-1103During your Chicago boat cruise, your tour guide will be sure to point out this 1930s architectural wonder, built in Art Deco style and which once held the title of the largest building in the world!View Location

Macy's on State Street(Pass By)

111 N State St, , Chicago, United States, 60602-1659This household-name department store is housed in the The Marshall Field and Company Building, known for its highly ornamented exterior and interior. You’ll learn about the history of this building from your Chicago tour guide and its significance in the American commercial industry.View Location

Wrigley Building(Pass By)

400-410 Michigan Ave, , Chicago, United States, 60611-4213You can't think of Chicago without thinking of the Wrigley Company. This skyscraper with its central clock tower, first built in the early 1900s, no longer houses the Wrigley Company, but is home to several other significant businesses and consulates.View Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

In front of the theatre under the marqueeView Location

End point

In front of the theatre under the marqueeView Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Chicago time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by WeVentureCreated on 27 Jul 2023Created on 24 Dec 2024

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