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6 Best Chicago Cruises

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The 6 most popular chicago cruises, compared side by side. What you see from the water, how long you are aboard, what it costs and which operator to book, so you can pick your boat in a couple of minutes.

6 Best Chicago Cruises

Chicago Architecture River Cruise - Where you board: Navy Pier or Michigan Avenue
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Chicago Architecture River Cruise

Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady - Price and Timing: What $57 Buys You in 90 Minutes
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Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady

2.Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady

A 90-minute Chicago River architecture cruise aboard First Lady with live docent commentary, big skyline views, and easy Riverwalk access.

5.0

“Had an amazing time on this in depth tour! Guide was upbeat and so knowledgeable, and kept the tour lively the whole time. Nice variety of architecture and local history. Loved the context part showing how each building is in conversation with those around it. Highly recommend!”

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Chicago: Architecture River Cruise Skip-the-Ticket Line - Three Branches, Forty Buildings: What You’re Seeing Out There
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Chicago: Architecture River Cruise Skip-the-Ticket Line

Chicago: 45-Minute Family-Friendly Architecture River Cruise - Boarding near the Wrigley Building and getting the seat you’ll want
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Chicago: 45-Minute Family-Friendly Architecture River Cruise

Chicago Architectural River Cruise - River East Plaza: get the seat that makes the whole tour click
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Chicago Architectural River Cruise

5.Chicago Architectural River Cruise

A 90-minute Chicago River architecture cruise with live docent stories, 50+ landmarks, and free soft drinks—plus big views if you pick the right deck.

4.5

“Great experience! Valerie did a great job sharing the history of Chicago. She brought the architecture to kife and was able to offer a picture into the life of these very influential people that make the Chicago skyline the tapestry it is for millions of people.”

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Chicago City Tour with Architecture River Cruise Option - The Chicago Loop, lake views, and neighborhood drive-by context
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Chicago City Tour with Architecture River Cruise Option

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