Shoreline Charters

4.8 (4,116)attraction

Take in Chicago’s skyline from the water on river and lake cruises steered by guides steeped in local architecture.


Description

Running since 1939, Shoreline maintains Chicago's largest fleet with 11 major tour vessels and seven water taxis alongside private charters. Departures launch from central hubs including Navy Pier, the North Pier area off Lake Shore Drive, and Michigan Avenue. Its core offering is a 75-minute architecture tour, tracing the city's landmark high-rises while guides unpack the urban backstory and field questions on the fly.


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