Chicago Urban Adventure River and Lake Cruise | La Vacanza Travel

Chicago Urban Adventure River and Lake Cruise

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Destination: United States, Illinois, Chicago
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Chicago
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Our popular 90-minute daytime river and lake tour, the Urban Adventure Cruise, delights family members of all ages with incredible views of Chicago's world-renowned architecture and stunning skyline. Lively, knowledgeable tour guides bring Chicago’s rich history to life with fun stories and interesting facts. Relax and unwind on a scenic tour of the city from the unique perspective of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. Welcome aboard!

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Lake Michigan, Beaches for swimming, IL

Travel along Lake Michigan to view the Chicago Skyline!

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Chicago River, Chicago, IL

The tour cruises through the main branch of the river. You will hear information about Chicago's famous architecture.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Wrigley Building, 410 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-4213

The Wrigley Building was built to house the corporate headquarters of the Wrigley Company.

Pass By: Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-3419

View Navy Pier's 50 acres of parks, promenades, gardens, shops, eateries and attractions, especially the 15-story Ferris wheel.

Pass By: Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park, Chicago, IL 60605

Located in the center of Grant Park. Dedicated in 1927, it is one of the largest fountains in the world!

Pass By: Field Museum, 1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605-2827

One of the largest natural history museums in the world!

Pass By: Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605-2490

Shedd Aquarium was once the largest indoor aquarium in the world.

Pass By: Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60605-2489

See this famous planetarium in the heart of Chicago's museum campus.

Pass By: Soldier Field, 1410 S Museum Campus Dr, Chicago, IL 60605-2902

Soldier Field is a Chicago landmark and home to the Chicago Bears.

Pass By: The McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum, 376 N Michigan Ave Enter at Riverwalk Level, Chicago, IL 60601-3807

At river level, visitors can view the massive gears of Chicago’s most famous movable bridge and then journey through time as they experience the story of the Chicago River. Once at the top of the Bridgehouse, visitors are treated to magnificent 360 degree views of the city and river, and will gain a whole new perspective on the beauty and complexity that is Chicago.

Pass By: Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-3419

Navy Pier is a 3,300-foot-long (1,010 m) pier on the Chicago shoreline of Lake Michigan. Navy Pier currently encompasses more than fifty acres of parks, gardens, shops, restaurants, family attractions and exhibition facilities. The ferris wheel it is currently the sixth-tallest wheel in the United States.

Pass By: John Hancock Center, 875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-1803

The John Hancock Center is a 100-story, 1,128-foot[6] supertall skyscraper located in Chicago, Illinois. Located in the Magnificent Mile district, its name was changed to 875 North Michigan Avenue on February 12, 2018. View from the lake.

Inclusions
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Live commentary on board

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Discounted parking available at 111 E. Wacker Drive. Please visit the dockside box office for parking ticket validation
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 115 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

112 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes


User's Reviews

Michael_C

30 Oct, 2023

Great and informational tour with a very sympathic and funny host. We learned a lot about Chicago's architecture and history and had a very good time on board.

JOY C

26 Oct, 2023

We would definitely recommend this trip it. Absolutely beautiful showing parts of the city only seen on water , great knowledge told by the host, drink service also available,

Angela H

13 Oct, 2023

A very comfortable and informative tour which included both Lake Michigan and the city canals accessed through the Locke.

Jim_V

10 Oct, 2023

Great tour. I HIGHLY recommend it. Our guide Nick, also did a great job as well. I learned a lot about chicago.

460joannl

07 Oct, 2023

This tour was perfect for us! The Chicago skyline views were breathtaking. We loved the combination lake and river tour. Our guide, John, was very informative and we learned a lot about the buildings, lake and culture of the city. This tour is a must for first time visitors to Chicago and a great trip for anyone wishing to enjoy an entertaining boat ride in Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. It was the highlight of our visit!

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Highly recommend

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Excellent guide on board

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24 hrs in Chitown

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Informative and pleasant cruise on very last part of Chicago River into Lake MI breakwater area

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Great tour! Would recommend!

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Great experience for the whole family.

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