Chicago River Architecture Cruise on All 3 Branches - 1.5-Hour Guided Tour

Depart from the Michigan Avenue Bridge
and cruise all three branches of the river

The cruise departs from the dock at the Michigan Avenue (DuSable) Bridge near the Wrigley Building. You will travel along the Main Branch past Wolf Point, then cruise the North and South Branches before passing the Chicago Riverwalk on the way back toward Lake Michigan. An expert local guide explains the 130-year history of the skyline and the evolution of its architecture in English, and the tour ends back at the starting point.

Follow the story of Chicago architecture
from early skyscrapers to modern towers

Discover ornate early skyscrapers such as the Wrigley Building and Tribune Tower, the grand Art Deco Merchandise Mart, and mid-century skyscrapers like Mies van der Rohe's AMA Building.

You will also see modern buildings up close from the river, including the round twin towers of Marina City, Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower, Chicago's tallest building), Aon Center, Aqua, Trump Tower, Nuveen and Vista Tower.

Enjoy the cruise from the open deck
or the indoor seating

Both the open-air deck and the climate-controlled indoor deck are available. At the onboard cash bar you can purchase local beer and spirits as well as Chicago snacks such as Garrett's Popcorn. The Grand Staircase at the bow and the stern and front of the boat are great spots for photos.

※ The itinerary is for reference only and may change depending on local conditions.