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45-Minute Chicago River Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile
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45-Minute Chicago River Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile

By Wendella
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Ages 0-100, max of 100 per group
Duration: 45m
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  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks are available for purchase on board


Start:
  • 400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
    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.
End:
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 76126P5

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travellers can participate
    • Weapons prohibited by US Coast Guard
    • Outside alcohol is prohibited
    • All bags subject to search
    • Arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time
    • Contact tour operator for wheelchair & ADA access
    • Indoor and outdoor seating is available on a first come, first served basis
    • Special requests entered at checkout cannot be guaranteed
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    Where do we meet for the 45-min Chicago River Architecture Tour - Magnificent Mile?
    We are located at 400 N Michigan Avenue at the historic Wrigley Building. Wendella has four dock locations that extend west from the Michigan Avenue (DuSable) Bridge to Wabash Avenue.
    Is there parking available for the 45-min Chicago River Architecture Tour - Magnificent Mile?
    There are two parking garages near the departure point: AMA Plaza parking at 401 N. State Street and InterPark Public Parking at 430 N. Rush St. (Parking fees apply at both locations.)
    Is the 45-min Chicago River Architecture Tour - Magnificent Mile handicap accessible?
    We operate 3 boats with wheelchair lifts between decks. All our boats can accommodate wheelchairs & have toilets that are ADA compliant. For guests who are deaf or hard of hearing, a written script of the narration is available at the ticket office.
    Can I bring my service animal with me on the 45-min Chicago River Architecture Tour - Magnificent Mile?
    A service animal is a dog that is trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability. Pets and dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA and are not allowed.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 76126P5

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      400 N Michigan Ave
      400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
      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.
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    Wendella
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    Chicago, United States

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      Beautiful weather, beautiful city brought fantastically to life by Jack. This tour was as much about the history of Chicago as it was about the stunning architecture.
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      Lorne B
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      Highly recommended
      Tour guide Kenny was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommended. Even the locals on the tour enjoyed the experience.
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      Beautiful way to end the day in Chicago
      Great views, lots of fun facts. Good music. Very enjoyable ride. Well worth the time. The experience of seeing Chicago come to light as darkness sets in provides a fantastic transition and a great way to end the day and start the nightlife.
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      Best of Both Worlds
      The architectural river cruise is a must do for anyone visiting Chicago! Our family of 4 truly enjoyed it. We booked the 6:30 cruise and got the best of both daylight and dark and the lights of the city! Absolutely beautiful! I would do it again in a Chicago heartbeat!
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      Sunset success
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      Chicago River scenery is Amazing
      Captain Bob did an excellent job guiding us through. Very informative, Very interesting. Love the old architecture , and the history lesson from the guide. Get there early so you can sit on top, I was on lower deck , great view , but the speaker can be hard to hear at times.
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      Great service
      I bought my tickets a day early and didn’t realized I put the wrong date and Wendella’s team was so gracious to honor my tickets and let me board Thank you for that you made our experience unforgettable
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      Fun, informative tour of Chicago's architectural beauty
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      Always a crowd pleaser
      Always a crowd pleaser. We enjoyed the tour. I’ve been many time it never fails to be mentioned as a favorite by guests.
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      Best way to see the skyline
      This is the best view of the city hands down. Dress for wind as it gets a bit cooler in the water. Nice tour!
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      Great way to end the evening
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      So much fun!
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      Best Ever!
      Sarah flawlessly wove the history of the city and its architecture into an amazing fluid story that captivated us for 1.5 hours. We have been on numerous tours and this was, by far, the best ever. And, she and the captain prepared us so well for the tour, gently explaining how there were so many buildings and stories to cover, that phone calls and questions, could interrupt the flow, but she was so willing for us to ask questions on the two ten-minute breaks provided. This allowed everyone to relax and know how to participate. For picture takers, she let us know in advance the photo opportunities that were coming up. This was especially on a moving boat, where you could pass something buy without advance notice. I don't know how you could have a better guide or a better Chicago tour. Salute!
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    Jocelyn M
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    Sep 2023 • Family
    Best experience in Chicago. The tour guide Dan was hilarious and informative, learned lots of fun facts and gained a greater appreciation for this beautiful city! Glad we didn’t do the longer tour 45 min was just the right length tour for our 8 year old. Boat was packed but looked like everyone got a seat. We went early 40 minutes prior to ticket time to line up
    Written 29 September 2023
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    Lisa Y
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    Great experience! The tour was informational and fun. The tour guide was engaging. The 45 minute tour was the perfect balance of getting time to see major landmarks from a unique view and not taking up a large portion of the day. Highly recommend.
    Written 25 September 2023
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    Amanda H
    Houston, TX11 contributions
    Excellent tour. Really informative and just the right amount of time. Great to get to see the city from the River. The weather was perfect which also probably helped. Highly recommended.
    Written 25 September 2023
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    Carlos C
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    This tour was amazing!! Highly recommended, 45 minutes tour was good enough for our short time visit. We start the tour on time and the boat was very clean.
    Written 25 September 2023
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    Shannon B
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    Sep 2023 • Family
    Great tour! The guide was informative and fun. We saw the highlights of the city. Definitely will do it again.
    Written 24 September 2023
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    Jeniffer L
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    Sep 2023 • Couples
    t was an excellent boat trip. Filled with a lot of valuable information about the city and its architecture in an entertaining way. We loved it!!
    Written 20 September 2023
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    Wanda N
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    Aug 2023 • Friends
    We were fine friends with different tastes and loved this tour equally. Guide was funny and informative. Seeing the city from the water is the best. Just the right amount of time.
    Written 20 September 2023
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    Christine M
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    Sep 2023 • Family
    Great relaxing tour with a lots of information about Chicago and the history of the city. Interesting facts about all of the architecture. Very easy to book online and the tickets are emailed to you. Restroom and refreshments are available.
    Written 20 September 2023
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    Joe F
    Racine, WI31 contributions
    Aug 2023 • Family
    The tour was enjoyable and informative. Our family really enjoyed it. The staff was very friendly.
    Written 20 September 2023
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    Andy M
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    Sep 2023 • Family
    The ride was good, the host was amazing, city view was incredible. The host explained important architecture and the history of the buildings along the ride in a humerous (pun filled) way that was indeed funny. This was certainly worth it.
    Written 18 September 2023
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