Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Glide along the Chicago River and Lakefront as you're dazzled by the sparkle of the city at night! Enjoy breathtaking views of the dramatic skyscrapers and Buckingham Fountain's spectacular light display. Hear lively commentary as you feel the night breeze and see Chicago’s skyline transformed into a glittering jewel. A one-of-a-kind experience to scratch off your Chicago bucket list. Family-friendly cruises are our specialty!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Discounted parking available at 111 E. Wacker Drive. Please visit the dockside box office for parking ticket validation
What To Expect
Chicago River
Travel along the Chicago River to learn about the city's rich history as our lively tour guides bring Chicago to life with interesting stories.
Lake Michigan
Admire the Chicago skyline as you cruise along Lake Michigan.
Options
Priority Boarding
Please arrive 30 minutes early: Priority Boarding Tickets include an exclusive early boarding period and the skip-the-queue during general boarding.
General Boarding
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Restroom on board
Live commentary on board
Snacks and beverages are available for purchase onboard.
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
330 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very informative. I...
Lynette S,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative. I learned a lot about the city. The myths and the facts. It was a great way to see the city and not having to deal with the traffic... lol
Night cruise
Nancy L,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice way to see Chicago by night. Very lovely and the information was great. Loved the experience very much
Chicago MUST Do
James T,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00110% - like history and architecture? Night river & lake tour the BEST. Bring a jacket & sweatshirt for lake portion
Loved it!
N6082TAcatherinet,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved this cruise! The boarding process was quick and easy, the guide was excellent, and the scenery was beautiful. There were a lot of people on the boat, but it didn't feel overcrowded. We have done a variety of daytime Chicago architectural cruises, but we enjoyed the nighttime atmosphere so much more! I highly recommend this cruise and will definitely book it again the next time we're in town.
This is wonderful...
Sanjay P,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is wonderful excursion, guide was great, boat was also in good condition, time for excursion was just right, price was just right
Chicago Must-Do
kathy m,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This sunset cruise is a must-do in Chicago, especially if the weather is good. The cruise gives you a spectacular view of the city skyline at sunset and afterward, as the city sparkles with lights. 10/10
Worth the trip!
727christyd,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything about the experience was amazing! The boarding/disembarking process was easy, fast and safe; and, the number of people on the cruise wasn't too crowded (everyone could have a seat). The seating offers covered or uncovered with not a bad seat in the house. We sat up top for the open views and it did not disappoint. We retreated below deck for the bar and some snacks and the views were nice there. Our guide was very informative, lots of good architectural history facts about the buildings and the area. We did this the first night in the city and her information on the cruise helped us make plans for where we would visit the rest of our trip! Ample parking nearby. I recommend hanging out at the peer for dinner and good water vibes until you need to hop over to the boarding site. I highly recommend adding this on your next Chicago trip.
Amazing!!!
Salma F,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing!! drinks were good, views were amazing at sunset and service was amazing. I will plan to go again and tell everyone it’s a must!! Genuinely an amazing experience
The trip was good sight...
Fatmata B,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was good sight seeing was great. Tour guide was good made a lot of jokes. It was fun, but for me all they had was alcohol so water for free will all have been nice instead of only getting alcohol for free. And the regular boarding line is so long and we delayed for almost 25 minutes before we started our tour.
I’m so disappointed with...
Alina S,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00I’m so disappointed with this cruise. I’ve gone on a few and around the states and the world and this just plain sucked and was a waste of money. Firstly this was advertised as a sunset cruise. It left 30-40 min past the 8 o’clock time and totally missed the sunset. Second, I specifically didn’t sign up for an architectural tour because my daughter did that already. It was definitely an architectural one, not a sunset one. Finally there was not enough seats on the boat. My daughter and I had to sit rows apart and there were other people sitting on laps of others. If you’re paying for a seat, maybe you should get one. Kind of a terrible experience.
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