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Chicago from the Lake - (312) 239-6942
Chicago from the Lake
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With informative guides, this cruise line specializes in both architectural and historical tours of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan.
435 E Illinois St
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 239-6942
Neighborhoods: Near North Side,Central
Cross Street: Illinois Street
Markets:
Chicago, IL Metro
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Owner Message
- Architectural River Cruise
- Historical Cruise
- Private Charters
From April to November, Chicago From The Lake offers public architectural and historical cruises by boat from their exclusive dock at historic North Pier/River East Plaza, a short walk from Navy Pier. A 90-minute narrated tour by a professional docent, complementary Starbucks coffee, Coke Cola products and cookies. The architectural cruise covers both the north and south branches of the Chicago River and the historical cruise travels out on Lake Michigan and on the Chicago River. Private charter opportunities are also available.
Tips
- Call Ahead
Chicago from the Lake highly recommends making advance reservations either over the phone or online for these popular cruises.
Customer Reviews
 Unquestionably The best Architectural River Boat tour a
Reviewed by rkz312 on
2009-04-02T21:50:27Z
Every year for now 5 years I go on each major architectural river cruise to ensure that I have first hand knowledge to rely on when assisting guests at work trying to book these wildly popular- and for good reason - chicago tours. Certainly being on the river on a beautiful day in Chicago is a treat regardless and include starbucks and pastries I am even happier! They even have evening cruises with cocktails- Happy Hour(well hour and a half) And if you or if you have kids with you if they can hold it together for 90 minutes then by all means do not short yourself by taking the shorter tours of 30 or 60 min available elsewhere. you can't do the full river in less than 90 min. This tour always is my favorite as the tour guides are historians(this is the official tour of the Chicago History Museum) and no one tells a better more comprehensive and interesting story of the chicago skyline than the tour guides with Chicago Line cruises. The first lady from the Arch foundation is a close second but at times they are dry. Seadog and shoreline are a waste of money as clearly their tour guides are summer help and it shows with the often innaccurate information. As far as the condition of the tour boats Chicago Line has various vessels but I have always found them clean and safe and comfortable!! Must take this tour!!
Definitely a Must-Do!
Reviewed by carlo_ablaza on
2003-07-03T08:29:38Z
Been to Chicago several times, but this was the first time I took the tour, and I'd do it again in a heartbeat! Not only was it relaxing, but our tour guide was terrific -- she was funny, friendly, and had great knowledge about the history of the city, architectural styles, and fun facts about Chicago. Definitely a highlight of my trip!
Pros: Great staff, Nice boat & refrshmts, Good vantage points
Cons: Dock not easy to find
Unique Tour !
Reviewed by mweinstein on
2002-09-03T08:12:40Z
This boat tour is the best of them all. It takes you to some of the coolest sights there is here in the city. The service is great, it is perfect for a day trip with the family, friends, significant others, or yourself. It is a great way to spend a sunny afternoon with resonable prices and a great tour.
Great Sunsets
Reviewed by cathleen53 on
2002-08-08T07:41:43Z
There's no place better in Chicago for seeing sunsets than from a boat in Lake Michigan.
Pros: Awesome views, Cooler on lake, Great sunsets
Cons: Need a boat
Chi Town
Reviewed by sharbeth on
2002-08-03T15:24:33Z
The best skyline in the world. Wonderful landmarks from the lake. It is something to experience one or many times.
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