Architecture River Tour - Shoreline Sightseeing
Join Shoreline Sightseeing on an exciting journey as we tour the Chicago River and its architectural landmarks. Professional guides recount the dramatic story of Chicago's rise from the Great Fire of 1871 to become the home of the skyscraper and the cradle of modern American architecture. Along the one-hour route are buildings by world-famous architects including Mies van der Rohe, Skidmore Owings & Merrill and Helmut Jahn.
Classic Architecture Tour (60 min)
Enjoy the spectacular views on this 60-minute cruise as you listen to your tour guide highlight how Chicago’s buildings, architecture, and engineering made the city famous. Roundtrip departures daily from Navy Pier, wheelchair accessible.
Signature Architecture Tour (75 min)
Experience Chicago's world-renowned architecture and engineering on this classic 75-minute cruise with live narration. Daily roundtrip departures from Navy Pier. The tour is wheelchair accessible and showcases how the city's buildings achieved fame.
Deep Dive Architecture Tour (90 min)
Discover Chicago's architectural marvels and engineering feats on this spectacular 90-minute extended cruise. Expert guides share the riveting stories behind the city's famous buildings. This roundtrip tour departs daily from Navy Pier and is wheelchair accessible.
Please note there are 2 departure locations Michigan Ave(75 min option)and Navy Pier(60 min, 75 min, or 90 min options).
Please note the ADA pier is Navy Pier