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COVID-19 Statement: We are committed to taking the proper precautions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our guests and team including ensuring that our boats are cleaned and sanitized throughout the day and service. We also have restrooms on board each vessel with running water and plenty of soap. We continue to follow the recommendations of public health officials and are monitoring the evolving situation. Click here to learn more about our enhanced protocols. 

 

Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady
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"Not the typical tour but better, as it puts the buildings and the city history into context. Very informative and very well managed. One of the best tours I have taken!

– Sean G. Yelp

Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady

TripAdvisor users rank the Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady as the city's #1 boat tour.

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OUR 2022 SEASON HAS ENDED. WE CAN'T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU ABOARD IN MARCH OF 2023!


St. Patrick's Day Clover Cruise
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St. Patrick's Day Clover Cruise

Experience St. Patrick's Day Chicago-style and celebrate your green heart out with a festive cruise complete with food, drinks and plenty of fun.

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Saturday, March 11, 2023

 

  • 10:00am
  • 10:30am
  • 11:00am
  • 1:00pm
  • 1:30pm
  • 2:00pm

 

Departure times subject to change pending final river dying schedule from the City of Chicago


Evening River Cruise
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"The tour was our favorite part of our Chicago trip. Beautiful views and learned a ton. Guides are passionate about Chicago and its architecture and it shows!

– Ashley M. TripAdvisor

Evening River Cruise

Experience our renowned daytime CAC River Cruise in the glow of the setting sun. Take in the city’s magnificent architecture bathed in golden light as it begins its transition from day to night.

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Photography Cruise
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"What an amazing experience, this tour brings all the beautiful architecture and history to life. Great bar, lots of seating options, and the crew is a well oiled machine.

– Rachel M. Yelp

Photography Cruise

Designed with the photographer in mind, this Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise pauses three times to capture the perfect shot in the early morning light.

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OUR 2022 SEASON HAS ENDED. WE CAN'T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU ABOARD IN MAY OF 2023!


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