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Lake Michigan & Chicago River: 1.5-Hr Night Sightseeing Cruise

Set sail on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan and see the Second City by night

★ 5.0 · 9 ratings1 hr 30 min
From€43.67Price updates with your selection.
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Duration1 hr 30 min
LocationChicago

The experience

Set sail on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan and see the Second City by night

Come sail away and see skyscrapers by starlight, get a great view of the Buckingham Fountain's light display, and listen in on some guided commentary to give your tour added depth.

Chicago's architectural scene is a feast for the eyes, with some of the USA's tallest towers all there to be ogled. The work of famous architects dots The Windy City's coast and the buildings have served as the backdrop of Gotham in Chris Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy.

What’s included

  • 90-minute Chicago Night Cruise along the Chicago River and Lakefront
  • Live narration in English during the cruise

Where to go

Chicago Cruises

112 E Wacker Drive, IL

View meeting point mapLocal timezone: America/Chicago

Before you book

Important visitor information

Must know

Luggage is not allowed aboard

Strollers are allowed, but will be folded and stored in the salon for the duration of the cruise. Kids must be removed from strollers prior to boarding

Before purchase

Kids under 5 can join for free, no ticket required.

Good to know

Bags are checked prior to boarding

Beverages, such as water, soda, wine, and beer, are available for purchase onboard

No food is sold onboard, so you are welcome to bring snacks with you to enjoy during the cruise

Cruises depart rain or shine!

How to use

Present your smartphone ticket at the dock

Departure is at the Southeast corner of the Michigan Avenue Bridge. Look out for the black awning at the top of the stairway!

Please arrive between 15 to 30 minutes before the departure time

Make sure to check in at least 15 minutes prior to departure

Boats may leave 5 to 8 minutes early due to high traffic in the Chicago Harbor Locks

Please research directions to the dock in advanced as Google Maps and GPS tend to lose signal

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