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Paddle the Chicago River right through the heart of downtown on this 2-hour kayak rental. Before you set off, a paddling lesson and safety briefing cover paddling technique and river safety, so you can get started step by step. Choose a single or tandem kayak and admire the skyscrapers and landmarks lining the riverbanks from the water. The launch is downtown, making it easy to continue exploring the city afterward.

Learn to paddle safely
and launch your kayak
Before departure, you will get a paddling lesson and safety briefing covering paddling technique and river safety rules. The instructor guides in English, and after the lesson you head out in the single or tandem kayak you booked.
Paddle the Chicago River between skyscrapers

Paddle along the Chicago River and explore the urban canyon of steel and concrete. Look up at the towering skyscrapers and iconic Chicago landmarks that line the riverbanks.
Return to the dock and keep exploring downtown

Finish back at the dock where you started. The El and Metra stations are nearby for your next stop, or you can continue exploring downtown Chicago on foot.
Meeting point :
Wateriders Kayak Launch
500 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60654
Meeting point directions:
Meet at the Wateriders kayak rental dock on N Kingsbury St along the Chicago River. The El and Metra stations are nearby.
500 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60654