Chicago Premium Driving Tour with River Boat Cruise

4.6
(163 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore the best of Chicago on an intimate small-group tour with a maximum of 6 guests. Take in the city’s world-famous skyline, bold skyscrapers, and stunning Lake Michigan views while enjoying the expertise of your friendly Tripshepherd guide.

Start your adventure with complimentary downtown Chicago hotel pickup before visiting the Adler Planetarium Pier, one of the most scenic viewpoints of the Windy City.

Next, climb aboard the Shoreline Architecture River Cruise for a narrated boat ride highlighting more than 40 iconic Chicago landmarks. From hidden architectural details to the city’s most recognizable monuments, this cruise offers a unique perspective of Chicago’s skyline and rich history.

To wrap up your Chicago experience, you’ll visit two must-see landmarks: the breathtaking Buckingham Fountain, and Cloud Gate (“The Bean”), one of the most photographed attractions in Millennium Park.

Your day ends with complimentary drop-off at your downtown Chicago hotel!

What's Included

Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off (Downtown Chicago)
See All Chicago Has to Offer in One Tour
Small-group tour (6 maximum)
Chicago Architecture Cruise (Admission Included)
Narrated Driving Tour of Chicago
Food and Drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Can pick up only Downtown Chicago, IL

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Meeting point

If you are driving into Downtown Chicago and require parking, we recommend parking in the Millennium Park Garage located, 5 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, United States. It is an underground parking garage where you can park for the duration of your tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cloud Gate

    We will start our tour with a view of the Cloud Gate also known as the Chicago Bean, British artist Anish Kapoor's first public outdoor work installed in the United States.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Chicago’s famous architecture! There’s nothing like seeing these world-famous skyscrapers from the Chicago River. Aboard the Shoreline Architecture Cruise, you will enjoy a narrated boat ride where you will see over 40 Chicago landmarks, from hidden architectural treasures to the city’s most famous monuments.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Clarence F. Buckingham Fountain

    Buckingham Fountain is a Chicago Landmark in the center of Grant Park, and between Queen's Landing and Congress Parkway. Dedicated in 1927, it is one of the largest fountains in the world.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Adler Planetarium

    The Adler view point, is the best spot to take a photo of the Chicago Skyline. Please note, from June 18th to August 13th we cannot guarantee the stops Buckingham Fountain and Adler viewpoint. If we cannot visit those stops, we will substitute with a luxurious drive up Chicago's famed Magnificient Mile; including hop-out stops at The Chicago Theatre, the electric and unnamed Chicago Picasso sculpture in Daley Plaza, and the Chicago Watertower (sole survivor of the Chicago Fire).

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by See Sight Tours USA

Tags

Day Cruises
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Architecture Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Water Tours
Sightseeing Cruises
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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