Chicago River Architecture Tour

Discover the captivating, visual art of Chicago’s legendary architecture on a comprehensive 90-minute tour of the Chicago River. Be inspired by the 130-year design legacy and learn why it’s important today.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Wendella - Boats set sail from Wendella’s docks located at the northwest corner of the Michigan Avenue Bridge (DuSable Bridge), right by the Wrigley Building.
  • Centennial Fountain And Water Arc - Established in 1989 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago, which famously reversed…
What's Included
  • Indoor and outdoor seating available (indoor is climate controlled)
  • Narrated tour on board by professionally trained tour guide
  • Expert Local Guide
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Be fascinated by Chicago’s iconic architecture, a magnificent example of visual art and the remarkable architects behind this dynamic and ever-evolving treasure. On this extensive 90-minute tour, you’ll voyage through the city’s core covering all three branches of the Chicago River. Your professionally trained architectural tour guide will narrate more…

Location
400 N Michigan Ave
North Michigan Avenue
Arrive at 400 N Michigan Avenue 30 minutes before your departure and you will be directed to your boarding dock. Please allow yourself plenty of time to arrive if driving. We do not have parking. It is recommend that you book parking in advance.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Livelaughandsmile
Jul 22, 2025
Kevin is the Best Tour Guide in Chicago - If you go on this voyage…find out which Tour KEVIN in the guide… most knowledgeable and entertaining guide since my Duck boat tour in Dublin Ireland. A ton of history and details about the buildings in Chicago.
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Gennaro_s
Jul 22, 2025
Amazing tour guide and experience! - This is the perfect way to see Chicago! Kenny was the most amazing tour guide - entertaining and informative! One of us had never been to Chicago before and the other was being reintroduced after a few years. We both enjoyed the entire experience. We learned so much and laughed along the way. This is highly recommended for anyone visiting for the first time or the 50th!
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Colleen_e
Jul 22, 2025
Must do in Chicago very educational and fun - Great tour guide in Kevin Very education alms entertaining. Great humor. Wonderful references to books food and history
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Shannah_g
Jul 22, 2025
Wonderful tour and guide.... - Wonderful tour and guide. We road in the evening at 8:30. The sunset was beautiful reflecting from the buildings.
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Chris_f
Jul 22, 2025
Great tour! - Our tour guide was awesome! It was a very informative tour about the history and architecture of Chicago.
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Joumanah2025
Jul 22, 2025
- This was a wonderful tour and very informative. If you love architecture and history, I highly recommend this tour. it’s where modern architecture meets historical beauty.
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Tiffani_h
Jul 22, 2025
Such a fun experience! - This was my first time in Chicago and this tour was amazing! So much fun. Our narrator, Lucas, was so knowledgeable and funny. I would definitely recommend this tour and will do another one the next time I return to Chicago.
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Thomas_m
Jul 21, 2025
It was a great... - It was a great experience. Good way to see the agriculture. The tour guide is very knowledgeable and fun.
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Jon_f
Jul 21, 2025
Increase your knowledge... - Increase your knowledge of Chicago as you cruise through downtown, learning of the city’s architecture
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William_s
Jul 22, 2025
Nice short trip on the Chicago river - Nice trip. A lot of info in the 90 minute trip. Sometimes difficult to get photos with crowd but overall not a problem
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From $45
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).