Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
What To Expect
Chicago River
Travel along the Chicago river to learn about the city's rich history as your lively tour guides bring Chicago to life with interesting stories.
Lake Michigan
Admire the Chicago skyline as you cruise along Lake Michigan.
Options
General Boarding
Priority Boarding
Please arrive 30 minutes early: Priority Boarding Tickets include an exclusive early boarding period and the skip-the-queue during general boarding.
Reviews
176 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Wonderful Experience!
Tricia S,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great family experience while on the boat. The backdrop was beautiful with just enough background information! It was quite “buggy” as he was nighttime and humid, but didn’t ruin our experience at all. There could have been a few less rows of chairs as it was difficult to get in and out for bathroom breaks. All in all, a wonderful experience!
Pick a different tour
Rabia A,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
1.00The majority of the tour is spent waiting for the gate to open twice. Boat moves very slow and they talk about garbage for 20 min
Great Excursion
Mark G,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was awesome. Chicago is so gorgeous at night time. We had a blast. We will definitely do it again.
very interesting and our...
caden b,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00very interesting and our narrator joey was hilarious!! it was a great time and the drink service on the boat was phenomenal. 10/10 would do again!
Awesome Experience!
Tiffany J,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a very beautiful fun-filled educational experience. It was relaxing coasting along the river at night admiring the Chicago skyline while enjoying snacks and beverages. The tour guide we had was awesome with a great sense of humor which made the experience that much better. This tour was excellent!
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