Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile
Overview
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45 minutes
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Experience Chicago's legendary architecture and the exceptional architects who created this ever-changing legacy for all to admire. This family-friendly introduction to the Windy City's rich history and architectural heritage features highlights from Wendella's full-length architecture tours. Hop aboard our world class vessels as our local authentic tour guides showcase our amazing city.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Restroom on board
Enclosed climate-controlled lounge/shelter from bad weather
Alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks & snacks available for purchase on board
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45-Minute Architecture Tour
45-Minute Tour: This cruise is a family-friendly introduction to the Windy City's rich history and architectural heritage.
Reviews
2,167 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Superb and worth every penny. Tour guide Scott was extraordinary. Wow!
roe b,
May 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Gets cold out on the Lake portion of tour. Have an extra sweater or jacket. Superb tour. Great, fun and well informed tour guide.
Good cruise but could have better seating arrangement
Snigdha P,
May 13, 2025
- Viator
4.00The cruise overall was okay. They take you up and down the river and explain about the architecture. Although the seating arrangement in Wendella cruise is very tight. Its like cramming lot of people in a small space. The chairs were all full with just half the queue and rest have to sit on sides and some folks were standing as well.
GPS and name dont match
Erryan L,
May 13, 2025
- Viator
2.00Need to put a sign on where the entrance is. Couldn't find Viator anywhere and there was no way to get refunds. The people onsite where nice to try and book us in a different time but everything full.
Great experience
snehalrana,
May 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00We booked this for Mother’s Day and we had a great time. The tour guide John did nice job narrating the Chicago architecture
You will not be disappointed!
Amy C,
May 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great tour that we arranged at the last minute. It was absolutely beautiful on the 8pm tour.
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