Overview
Enjoy Chicago’s famous sights and fabulous views on this award-winning small-group sightseeing tour of the city.
On this tour, you will travel through Chicago with an expert guide in a comfortable minibus, enjoy world renowned architecture including the world's first skyscrapers, Museum Campus (for the BEST skyline view in town), Millennium Park (Home of "The Bean"), Buckingham Fountain, The Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, Chicago River, The Gold Coast, Lake Shore Drive and more!
Along the way, your guide will provide historical, informational and at times humorous commentary about the area.
Four photo stops are a part of each tour. The small-group atmosphere with a maximum of 10 people ensures a more personal experience.
You also have the option to upgrade to include THE most popular Architecture River Cruise in Chicago! For good reason, our partner Shoreline Sightseeing, has been the most booked tour on TripAdvisor for the last 5 years! And yes, there is a bar on the boat.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local guide
Transport by 12-passenger, air-conditioned minibus
Complimentary pickup at most DOWNTOWN CHICAGO hotels. Combination bus and boat tour ends at the boat
Four photo stops
Chicago River Architecture Boat Tour (if option selected)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• YOU MUST call See it ALL Chicago Tours at least 24 hours before your tour to confirm your reservation and arrange the pickup location.
They can be reached at
(312) 659-8687.
Picks up from most downtown
Chicago hotels. Hotel pickup times are approximately 9:30am and 12:30pm. Please provide the name of your hotel at time of booking.
If customers are not staying at a downtown hotel, pick up is at the Doubletree Hotel Magnificent Mile, 300 E. Ohio Street. Pick ups at this location are approx. 9:30 and 12:30.
Even if you are to be picked up at the Doubletree, you still need to call and inform See it ALL Tours of that.
If the boat tour option is not selected, you will be returned
to original departure point.
If the optional Chicago River Architecture Boat Cruise option is selected, you will be dropped off at the departure point for the boat tour.
The boat tour ends at Michigan Ave. and Wacker Drive.
You will be responsible for getting back to your hotel following the boat tour. Most downtown hotels are located 1 mile or less from the boat.
**IMPORTANT** There is major road work being done on the 90/94 Expressway. Traffic will be very slow coming in from the west (O'Hare area) and the north. Please allow ample time to get downtown from those areas.
What to expect
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The Magnificent Mile
Chicago's main shopping street
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Navy Pier
Popular tourist attraction
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Millennium Park
The extremely popular home of The Bean, Pritzker Pavillion, Crown Fountain and more. We slowly pass by it on the tour and can drop you off there at the end if you wish.
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Chicago River
5 min
See the Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower, Marina City, the Chicago River and much more at this stop!
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Buckingham Fountain
10 min
One of the most beautiful fountains in the world. It's the fountain seen in the opening credits of Married W/Children!! We stop here when it is on, which is between May and October.
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Museum Campus
10 min
The VERY BEST skyline view and really popular stop!
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Lincoln Park
10 min
1,600 acre park. Home of the Lincoln Park Zoo, beautiful gardens, fountains, sculptures and much more.
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Gold Coast
10 min
Popular nightlife district and upscale residential area. Cool restaurants, The Original Playboy Mansion, brownstones and more!
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The Rookery Building
10 min
One of the world's very first skyscrapers.
Frank Lloyd Wright designed the beautiful lobby.
It was also used as Elliott Ness' office in the movie The Untouchables and was Duncan's Toy Chest in Home Alone 2 ! -
Chicago Skyline
10 min
One of the most beautiful skylines in the world, from the BEST perspective in the city.
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The Art Institute of Chicago
10 min
Home of the second most French impressionist paintings in the world. Also American Gothic, The Picture of Dorian Gray, Nighthawks, and much much more!
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Shoreline Sightseeing
1 hour 15 min
The most popular tour in the USA, according to Tripadvisor.
If this option is selected, you'll enjoy a 75-minute cruise on the stunning Chicago River. Tours can be taken back to back or not. It's your choice.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- You MUST contact the local supplier to reconfirm your reservation
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Chicago City Tour with Architecture River Cruise Option
Can I cancel Chicago City Tour with Architecture River Cruise Option for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2–4 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Local guide
- Transport by 12-passenger, air-conditioned minibus
- Complimentary pickup at most DOWNTOWN CHICAGO hotels. Combination bus and boat tour ends at the boat
- Four photo stops
- Chicago River Architecture Boat Tour (if option selected)
Which places does it visit?
It visits The Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier, Millennium Park, Chicago River, Buckingham Fountain, Museum Campus, Lincoln Park, Gold Coast.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by See it ALL Chicago Tours
