Chicago Lake and River Architecture Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Chicago Lake and River Architecture Tour

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

An authentic Chicago tradition since 1935, this is the tour that started it all. This unique excursion tells the story of more than 200 years of fascinating social, cultural and political history, and explores more than a century of groundbreaking architecture. The journey begins with an up-close perspective of Chicago's internationally-known architecture as seen from the Chicago River. Then venture through the Chicago Lock on to the calm, cool waters of Lake Michigan for expansive views of Chicago's extraordinary 26-mile skyline. Take the selfie of a lifetime on this inspirational experience!

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Chicago River, Chicago, IL

Lake and River Architecture Tours begin at Michigan Avenue and explore Chicago's amazing architecture along the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. All tours are narrated by professional tour guides.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Lake Michigan, Beaches for swimming, IL

Your tour travels along Lake Michigan and explores Chicago's beautiful skyline.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Centennial Fountain And Water Arc, 400 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL 60611-4323

Dedicated in 1989 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago, known for reversing the flow of the Chicago River in 1900. For the first five minutes of every hour, the fountain shoots a water arc across the river from a tiered waterfall.


Pass By: 222 Merchandise Mart Plz Suite 107, Chicago, IL 60654-1103

The largest commercial building in the world.

Pass By: Marina City, 300 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654-5414

Pass by these iconic mixed-use apartment buildings - "a city within a city" with their unique corn-cob exterior.

Pass By: Michigan Avenue Bridge, 333 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601-3901

Michigan Avenue is home of the Chicago Water Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, and the shopping on the Magnificent Mile.

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

This white, terra-cotta landmark was built in 1922 as headquarters for the Wrigley chewing gum company.

Pass By: Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601

An open, pedestrian waterfront called the city's 'Second Lakefront.'

Pass By: The Lyric Opera House, 20 N Wacker Dr 60606, Chicago, IL 60606-2806

Second-largest opera auditorium in North America, with an Art Deco interior

Inclusions
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Restroom on board
  • Local Expert Guide
  • Outdoor and Indoor climate-controlled seating option

Exclusions
  • Alcoholic drinks, non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks available for purchase on board
  • Storage
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Weapons prohibited by US Coast Guard
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Outside alcohol is prohibited
  • All bags are 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
  • 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 300 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, 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

Samia_A

18 Apr, 2024

Absolutely loved the tour guide! Gave real history instead of the white washed holiest than thou version. Very entertaining tour guide! Saw lots of buildings beautiful view of the lake. Only con was the hot chocolate…had 0 taste and was $4 a cup.

JTOWT

10 Jan, 2024

Great way to get a flavor of Chicago and little history. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. This was my second boat tour, the first being nearly 20 years ago on the inner river, which was just as good.

scottsM9711QV

29 Nov, 2023

The weather was great, added to a wonderful experience. Boat and crew exceptional and friendly. Tour was very interesting and great information passed on with a tongue in cheek bit of good humour.

X101NYjesusv

27 Nov, 2023

The tour is good but be careful they made me a double charge in the bar and they didnt took responsability.

U9602QWgeorgep

16 Nov, 2023

Unforgettable experience! Just phenomenal from the get go. We loved every moment.! It’s a must do if you’re visiting.

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