Chicago River Tours and Tickets

Cruise down the Chicago River to see the city's famous architecture on this 60-minute tour. With commentary from your onboard guide, watch the spectacular skyline glide by, including more than 40 notable buildings like the Aon Center, the Wrigley Building and the John Hancock Building. Cover all three branches of the Chicago River, passing the East Bank Club, the old Post Office Building and the Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower).

Get the perfect introduction to the wealth of sights in the Windy City during this 4-hour Chicago day tour. Discover the many landmarks spanning both the city's North Side and South Side, enjoying a scenic ride along Lake Michigan on Chicago's Outer Drive along the way. You'll also have the chance to admire the city's Washington and Grant Parks, explore inside the Lincoln Park Conservatory, see Adler Planetarium and visit the iconic Wrigley Building. This Chicago in a half day tour also includes transport between all sites and tour narration.

Go beyond deep-dish on this 3-hour culinary walking tour of Chicago, which includes five tastings of classic Windy City cuisine. Navigate the endless options of downtown dining with a guide who can provide insight into the best food Chicago has to offer, and skip the lines and the wait with VIP access to popular restaurants.

Paddle through Chicago's wild past on a 2.5-hour small group kayak tour on a river that curls through the heart of the Windy City. Learn to navigate your boat and try out paddling techniques, then get ready to navigate the illuminated downtown section of the river. Hear stories of gangsters and their ghosts as you explore the city's underbelly alongside your guide, and get a glimpse of the city's gritty past as you travel along riverbanks lined with iconic skyscrapers and historic sites.

Soak up the Windy City's festive holiday feel and explore local landmarks with ease on this 2-hour Segway tour in Chicago. Hop onto your Segway and spin through Chicago's Millennium Park to the Loop. With your guide, you'll watch skaters enjoying the ice rink, explore Michigan Avenue and admire festive displays at Macy's department store. See the German Christmas market stalls at Daley Plaza, where locals sip hot chocolate and munch 'bratwurst,' and enjoy the atmosphere beneath the city's Christmas tree. Numbers are limited to eight for a small-group experience.

See Chicago from several angles, including the 103rd floor of Willis (Sears) Tower, where you have early access to the Skydeck. This Viator VIP package "” available nowhere else "” provides a crowd-free morning overlooking city landmarks from glass-enclosed balconies. Follow up your vista with a 2-hour narrated trolley tour past Grant Park, the John Hancock Center, the Wrigley Building and more. Finish with an afternoon cruise on the Chicago River and enjoy a complimentary drink as you discover the city's distinctive skyscrapers from an architecture-savvy guide.

Stroll through Chicago's winter streets, lit up for the holidays, on this 3-hour walking tour. Learn about Chicago's celebrated holiday traditions like the European-inspired Christkindlmarket, the beautiful decor and windows at Macy's, and ice skating at Millennium Park. Follow your local guide on a walk down festively decorated State Street and sample generous tastes of classic Chicago foods and holiday treats. Seasonal craft beer tastings will help you stay warm and toasty; please note this tour operates in all weather conditions, so dress appropriately.

Glide through the city of Chicago by moonlight on this haunted Segway tour. Follow your costumed local guide for 2 hours as they show you the sites of some of the most gruesome murders and disasters in Chicago's colorful history. See Chicago's iconic landmarks lit up during the spookiest time of year and hear about the mysterious, haunted history of this storied city.

Celebrate the holidays in style during this 90-minute excursion, featuring a trolley tour of Christmas lights at some of Chicago's most famous sights, followed by a shopping trip to the German-themed Christkindlmarket. See Lincoln Park, Daley Plaza and Michigan Avenue adorned with lights for the holiday season. Then find something for the important people on your list at the Christkindlmarket, a German-tinged Christmas offering unique gifts and fun-filled activities for the whole family.

Visit the best dessert boutiques along the Magnificent Mile in Chicago on a 2.5-hour cupcake tour led by a guide. Skip-the-line access and all cupcakes are included as you visit up to five bakeries. You'll also see landmarks like the Wrigley Building, Water Tower Place, John Hancock Center, and the Chicago River, and hear commentary about Chicago from your guide.

See Chicago from a new perspective during this 4-hour combined bus and boat excursion covering some of the city's most iconic sights. First discover Windy City landmarks such as the skyscrapers of the Loop, Grant Park, Shedd Aquarium, Soldier Field and the former stomping grounds of President Obama during a narrated coach tour. Then take a Chicago cruise aboard your state-of-the-art yacht, enjoying a cruise of the Chicago River that provides a unique look at the city's architecture from the water. This half-day Chicago exploration also includes hotel pickup.

Set your paddle into the Chicago River on a leisurely 2.5-hour kayak tour past the skyscrapers of downtown Chicago. Both novice and experienced kayakers will be at ease on this excursion past sights such as the Civic Opera Building and the Marina City Towers. Hear fascinating tales of the Windy City as you gaze at a stunning architectural landscape from the water, just how the original Chicago natives originally navigated the area!

Welcome to Chicago River Boat Architecture Tours! We're proud to present you with an in-depth, expert architectural-based river boat tour that delves into one of the most remarkable American cities today. Known for unique, daring, and historical architectural pursuits, it's hard to cover all of the design and building treasures that make up the Windy City today. If you're ready to learning more about the designs, people, and innovations behind these creations, throw on your captains hat and get ready to cruise along the Chicago River and see what architects from around the world travel to see in Chicago.

Explore Chicago's iconic landmarks on this 2-hour sightseeing tour led by an expert guide. Board a comfortable, large-windowed minibus with a small group of twelve people or less. This ensures an intimate touring experience as you enjoy downtown and some North side neighborhoods. You will have a chance to get out and visit several locations such as the 1888 skyscraper called The Rookery, with its Frank Lloyd Wright designed lobby and the unparalleled skyline views from Museum Campus. Listen as your guide talks about the historical and cultural factors that make Chicago unique. The city tour ends at Millennium Park, home of the famous Cloud Gate sculpture, commonly referred to as "the bean." Opt to upgrade your tour with a popular 75-minute open-top boat tour on the Chicago River that focuses on the city's renowned architecture. Pick-ups from most downtown Chicago hotels are included.

Stroll through downtown Chicago on this 2.5-hour food tour. Visit Millennium Park, the Palmer House Hotel and other city landmarks. Taste quintessential Chicago foods such as deep-dish pizza, hot dogs, brownies, and local beer. All tastings and beverages are included, and the tour covers an easy 1.5 miles (2.4 km) suitable for most fitness levels.