Shoreline Sightseeing
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4.9 (1,242)Water taxis operate weather and customer traffic permitting. Departures every 20-30 minutes.
From $30.00
Narrated boat tours trace all three branches of the Chicago River, unpacking the stories behind iconic skyscrapers.
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Operating on Chicago's waterways since 1939, the company offers lake cruises alongside river architecture routes. Docent-led commentary covers over 40 landmarks—including the Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower, and Marina City—combining historical context with humor and skyline perspectives. Departures run from docks at Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue.
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75-minute tour