Chicago City Tour with Architecture River Cruise Option
Overview
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Enjoy Chicago’s famous sights and fabulous views on this award-winning small-group sightseeing tour of the city.
On this tour, you will travel through Chicago with an expert guide in a comfortable minibus, enjoy world renowned architecture including the world's first skyscrapers, Museum Campus (for the BEST skyline view in town), Millennium Park (Home of "The Bean"), Buckingham Fountain, The Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, Chicago River, The Gold Coast, Lake Shore Drive and more!
You also have the option to upgrade to include THE most popular Architecture River Cruise in Chicago! For good reason, our partner Shoreline Sightseeing, has been the most booked tour on TripAdvisor for the last 5 years! And yes, there is a bar on the boat.
The combo option will end at Shoreline Sightseeings Navy Pier location, after you finish the boat tour you will be walking distance from many other attractions in the city!
**There will be no provided transportation after your boat tour**
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Infants 0-3 years old, must sit on a lap
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Magnificent Mile
Chicago's main shopping street
Navy Pier
Popular tourist attraction
What‘s Included
Local guide
Three photo stops
Transport by 13-passenger, air-conditioned minibus
Chicago River Architecture Boat Tour (if option selected)
Options
Mini Bus Tour only (NO BOAT)
Duration: 2 hours
Mini Bus + Boat tour
Duration: 4 hours
Reviews
709 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I grew up in Chicago and...
Janice S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I grew up in Chicago and took a friend who just immigrated to the US, to see Chicago, his new city. Avery has so many wonderful Chicago stories and made the tour very enjoyable! I even learned more about my city.
Learn & Laugh
Stephanie S,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Comical and educational all at once. Avery was a great your guide. Wonderful way to learn and see the Chicago sights on a cold rainy day!
Wonderful tour with Alan!
Marty R,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Alan was a great tour guide - lots of fun information and entertained all of our questions. It was my 17 year old daughter’s first trip to Chicago, so I wanted her to get to see as much of the main parts of the city as possible, and we definitely hit all the ones I had on my list! The bus itself was clean and well cared for, and I like that it was smaller than the other buses because it made it much more personal. Alan also had great recommendations for places to go, where to eat, and was able to give ideas for spots that were of interest to us specifically. Highly recommended!
Rick was very friendly...
Caron A,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rick was very friendly and informative. Took us to all the points of interest. Some to stop for photos other time as a drive by
Great experience. Really...
Mitch R,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Really good guide. Was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Very funny too. I recommend.
Great overview of...
Amy V,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great overview of Chicago. Enjoyed our guide, Rick. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely recommend doing if you have never been to Chicago.
My family and I had the...
Seni Y,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My family and I had the best time! Rick did such a fantastic job in showing us around Chicago and learning about the history of such a marvellous city! A 10/10 tour will definitely be coming back to do again
Great Tour, it was cold in January so this was a great way to see the city and stay warm!
Dennis M,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour guide, very knowledgeable and fun. Small bus was clean and comfortable. It was very cold in January so this was a great way to see the city and highlights and get some good insight to places you may overlook.
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sodbusterman,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Avery was really great need to keep him around. loved talking before leaving and after. worth every [penny i gave him a very good tip!!!
Worth it!
Dawn G,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Love all the information of the buildings’ history! Seeing them in one area was amazing! The tour took about an hour. I didn’t visit the bar/cocoa area downstairs but it’s great that they have one. The guide was funny and friendly. He interacted with us as well. Once trip was over, he stood by to say bye to everyone. I would do it again!
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