Chicago's First Lady Architecture Cruise

Explore Chicago Architecture Aboard the First Lady During a 90-Minute River Cruise

Gifts are delivered as an open dated Gift Certificate, making it easy to book a date in the future. * Risk Free Purchase Guarantee.

About This Experience Gift

  • Sightseeing Cruise Led By Highly Trained Expert Docents
  • Enjoy an Overview of Historic and Modern Chicago Architecture
  • Pass by Landmarks Such as the Willis Tower and Wrigley Building

General Information

hide

Discover the architectural wonders of Chicago on a river cruise like no other. Led by highly trained expert docents, the Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise offers a comprehensive overview of the city's historic and modern architectural styles, all from the comfort of a stunning riverboat. 

Step aboard Chicago's First Lady and embark on a 90-minute journey full of captivating stories and breathtaking views. As you glide along the Chicago River, you'll pass by iconic landmarks such as the Willis Tower, Tribune Tower, and Wrigley Building, while your expert docents provide live commentary, sharing their knowledge and passion for Chicago's architecture.

Learn about the visionary architects and builders who shaped the city's skyline, and gain a deeper appreciation for the unique blend of styles that define Chicago's architectural heritage during this experience gift. 

Where It's Located

hide
  • Chicago, Illinois

Who Is Included

hide

Participants
The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady is valid for 1 participant unless additional are added to the certificate.

Guests
This experience is not suitable for non-paying guests.

When It Is Offered

OPEN CURRENTLY CLOSED hide

The dates offered for the Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady are shown on the calendar below.

How Long Is It

hide

The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady is typically 1 hour and 30 minutes. Arriving a minimum of 15 minutes or more prior to all reservations is suggested.

Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady

hide

The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady has long been the gold standard among all Chicago tour experiences, and is the only Chicago architecture boat tour led by highly trained expert docents. On this 90-minute cruise, you will enjoy an overview of historic and modern architectural styles including stories about the people who designed and built Chicago. As a certified nonprofit, all ticket purchases directly support education efforts and community engagement projects. No visit to Chicago is complete without experiencing this award winning tour, so accept no substitutes.

Weather

hide

The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise may be rescheduled by the operator of the activity due to inclement weather conditions. Reservations cancelled due to weather can be rescheduled for an alternative date and time.

What To Wear

hide

Dress for the weather. Specific requirements, if any will be provided upon reservation confirmation.

Additional Information

hide

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for children younger than 12 years
Routes, specific vessels, and schedules are subject to change without notice
All seating is General Admission. Boarding is on a first come, first serve basis
Most, but not all, departures are wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Pets are not allowed
WARNING: Tickets are not refundable or transferrable to other departures.
IMPORTANT: For safety reasons, motorized scooters and electric wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. Guests who are able to transfer may use the company's manual wheelchair based on availability.
This tour is available in recorded form in 4 languages: Continental French, Latin American Spanish, Japanese and Korean. To access these languages, please download the "Listen Everywhere" app in advance. Once you are on board the boat, the app will connect and allow you to listen in your selected language as the boat makes its way down the river.
Face masks are recommended but not required.
Your safety is our priority. The itinerary of this tour may be altered in accordance with health and safety policies and considerations.

ITEM/SKU NUMBER: US-5818-0001

Inquire about this Experience

Reservation Information

hide

Changes to reservations for the Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady cannot be made once the date of this Experience is reserved. Xperience Certificates® cannot be exchanged once a reservation for the experience has been made.

Can't decide?
Buy a Gift Certificate
in the value of your choice
Click Here