90-Minute Architecture Cruise on the Chicago River
About this experience
Experience Chicago's sights, stories, and legendary architecture on this scenic river cruise!
No Expiration
DatesFlexible
BookingFree
ExchangesInstant
Delivery
What's Included
- 90-minute cruise departing from Michigan Avenue
- Entertaining commentary from a local guide
- Cruise all the river branches and past more than 50 architectural icons
- See Chinatown, the Wrigley Building, Willis Tower, and more
- Enjoy open-air views or climate-controlled seating!
What happens on the day
Admire Chicago’s architecture from the best seat on the water!
Departing from Michigan Avenue, this 90-minute cruise sets sail aboard a comfortable sightseeing boat. Take in open-air views from the boat’s upper deck or relax in the climate-controlled lower level. Either way, you’re in for an unforgettable tour, filled with stunning scenery and lively storytelling.
Your local guide will keep you entertained with insider facts, stories, and a few Chicago-style jokes. Along the way, you’ll glide past more than 50 architectural icons, including the Wrigley Building, Willis Tower, Tribune Tower, and Marina City. You’ll even get to explore all three branches of the river with routes most tours skip.
Discover why one building resembles a corn cob, another a champagne bottle, and how the Windy City rose from the ashes (literally). It’s the perfect blend of architecture, humor, and heart!
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When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
January and February:
Daily - 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM
March and April:
Daily - 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
May through September:
Daily - 9:30 AM to 9:15 PM
October through December:
Daily - 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Important Details
Essential Information
- All ages welcome
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible
- Restrooms with baby changing tables are available onboard
- Snacks and drinks are not included but can be purchased separately on the boat
- Guests must be at least 21 years old and bring their valid photo ID to consume alcohol
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Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final. No cancellations or rescheduling requests will be allowed. Failure to appear on your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.
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