Chicago Architecture and Sightseeing Cruises
Pick the cruise that fits your schedule — a quick 45-minute taster, the full 90-minute deep dive, or a river-and-lake combo. All depart steps from the Magnificent Mile.
Family FavoriteChicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile
A 45-minute family-friendly Chicago River cruise from the Magnificent Mile with live commentary on the city's iconic architecture.
Most PopularChicago River 90-Minute Architecture Tour
The flagship 90-minute Wendella architecture cruise — all three branches of the Chicago River with a live expert guide.
FireworksChicago Fireboat Fireworks Cruise
A 90-minute evening cruise on a historic Chicago fireboat with front-row seats to the Navy Pier fireworks over Lake Michigan.
Evening CruiseChicago By Night River and Lake Cruise
A 90-minute after-dark cruise along the Chicago River and out onto Lake Michigan with the city skyline lit up in full.
River + LakeChicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
A 90-minute fully narrated cruise that combines the Chicago River skyline with iconic views of Lake Michigan.
SunsetLake Michigan Sunset Cruise in Chicago
A 90-minute Lake Michigan sunset cruise from the Magnificent Mile with sweeping golden-hour views of the Chicago skyline.
Lake + RiverChicago Architecture Lake and River Cruise
A 90-minute fully narrated combo cruise pairing the Chicago River skyline with sweeping views of downtown from Lake Michigan.