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Shoreline's acclaimed 75 minute Architecture Tour takes you on all three branches of the historic Chicago River past dozens of landmark buildings, including the Tribune Tower, the Wrigley Building, Marina City and the Willis (Sears) Tower to name a few.

Shorline's Skyline Lake Tour where you will see all of Chicago's fabulous lakefront sights and attractions from a convenient 40 minute Lake Michigan boat ride.

Go Explorer Passes can only be redeemed at our ticket booths.

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If you have a group of 20 or more guests, please click on this link for group discounts!

Bright Star in Chicago River Junction

Architecture River Tour - Departing from Michigan Avenue

Shoreline's acclaimed Architecture Tour takes you on all three branches of the historic Chicago River takes you past dozens of landmark buildings. Our docents will entertain you with the stories behind these and dozens of other Chicago landmarks.

Departing from our docks on the Chicago River at the NE corner of Historic Michigan Ave. (Dusable) Bridge.

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Closest Parking for this location, Cityfront Garage 240 E. Illinois St.

To receive $3.00 off each adult ticket and $1.00 off each child please enter discount code WEB2021 in the Cart!

If you have a group of 20 or more guests, please click on this link for group discounts!

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Bright Star in Chicago River Junction

Sunset Architecture River Tour - Departing from Michigan Avenue

Take a Sunset Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture Tour to experience the city’s magical transition from day to evening as you tour the beautiful Chicago River.

Departing from our docks on the Chicago River at the NE corner of Historic Michigan Ave. (Dusable) Bridge.

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Closest Parking for this location, Cityfront Garage 240 E. Illinois St.

To receive $3.00 off each adult ticket and $1.00 off each child please enter discount code WEBSUN2021 in the Cart!

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Bright Star in Chicago River Junction

Night Architecture River Tour - Departing from Michigan Avenue

See Chicago in a whole new way on Shoreline’s Night Architecture River Tour. Enjoy a guided presentation on Chicago’s amazing architecture set against the backdrop of the city’s brilliantly lit skyscrapers shining in the nighttime sky.

Departing from our docks on the Chicago River at the NE corner of Historic Michigan Ave. (Dusable) Bridge.

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Closest Parking for this location, Cityfront Garage 240 E. Illinois St.

This tour is 60 minutes and Adult $38.00, Child is $19, and 2 and below are Free.

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Adult ages 13 and over	Requires Date/Time $38.00
Child ages 3-12	Requires Date/Time $19.00
Infant - Free 2 and under	Requires Date/Time $0.00

Evening Star going under Michigan Ave Bridge westbound, our Michigan Ave dock is directly behind vessel.

Spanish 75-Minute Architecture River Tour - Departing from Michigan Avenue

Ahora puede disfrutar de los cruceros arquitectónicos por el río Chicago Shoreline Sightseeing en español. El guía bilingüe hablará sobre más de 40 atractivos turísticos de la ciudad de Chicago por su histórico río. La guía también estará disponible para preguntas después del crucero. El crucero arquitectónico de 75 minutos en español sale de nuestros muelles en Michigan Avenue en la esquina noreste del Michigan Avenue Bridge - 401 N. Michigan. (Después del Día del Trabajo, consulte nuestro horario diario para conocer las fechas y horarios disponibles. Para horarios de salida, llame 312.222.9328 o envíe info@shorelinesightseeing.com). Los boletos cuestan de $ 37 a $ 45 para adultos y de $ 19 a $ 25 para niños.

Closest Parking for this location, Cityfront Garage 240 E. Illinois St.

To receive $3.00 off each adult ticket and $1.00 off each child please enter discount code WEB2021 in the Cart!

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Chicago River southbound at Kinzie Street Bridge. Picture shot from Voyaguer looking at Bright Star.

Architecture River Tour (Daytime & Sunset) - Departing from Navy Pier

Shoreline's acclaimed Architecture Our docents will entertain you with the stories behind these and dozens of other Chicago landmarks. Tour departing from our docks at Polk Bros Park in the Chicago River, near the entrance of Navy Pier.

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Closest Parking for this location, 124 Streeter Drive Polk Bros Park Ticket Booth.

To receive $3.00 off each adult ticket and $1.00 off each child please enter discount code WEB2021 in the Cart!

If you have a group of 20 or more guests, please click on this link for group discounts!

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Infant - Free 2 and under	Requires Date/Time

Chicago River southbound at Kinzie Street Bridge. Picture shot from Voyaguer looking at Bright Star.

Night Architecture River Tour - Departing from Navy Pier

See Chicago in a whole new way on Shoreline’s Night Architecture River Tour. Enjoy a guided presentation on Chicago’s amazing architecture set against the backdrop of the city’s brilliantly lit skyscrapers shining in the nighttime sky.

Tour departing from our docks at Polk Bros Park in the Chicago River, near the entrance of Navy Pier.

Google Map to this dock in new tab.

Closest Parking for this location, 124 Streeter Drive Polk Bros Park Ticket Booth.

This tour is 60 minutes and Adult $38.00, Child is $19, and 2 and below are Free.

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Adult ages 13 and over	Requires Date/Time $38.00
Child ages 3-12	Requires Date/Time $19.00
Infant - Free 2 and under	Requires Date/Time $0.00

Night Archy

Spanish 75-Minute Architecture River Tour - Departing from Navy Pier

Ahora puede disfrutar de los cruceros arquitectónicos por el río Chicago Shoreline Sightseeing en español. El guía bilingüe hablará sobre más de 40 atractivos turísticos de la ciudad de Chicago por su histórico río. La guía también estará disponible para preguntas después del crucero. El crucero arquitectónico de 75 minutos en español sale de nuestros muelles en Polk Bros Park en Navy Pier - 124 N. Streeter Dr. (Después del Día del Trabajo, consulte nuestro horario diario para conocer las fechas y horarios disponibles. Para horarios de salida, llame 312.222.9328 o envíe info@shorelinesightseeing.com). Los boletos cuestan de $ 37 a $ 45 para adultos y de $ 19 a $ 25 para niños.

Closest Parking for this location, 124 Streeter Drive Polk Bros Park Ticket Booth.

To receive $3.00 off each adult ticket and $1.00 off each child please enter discount code WEB2021 in the Cart!

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Infant - Free 2 and under	Requires Date/Time

Shoreline Sightseeing’s vessel Cap Streeter with Navy Pier in the background.

Skyline Lake Tour 40-Minute - Departing from West Dock Navy Pier

See all of Chicago's fabulous lakefront sights and attractions with a convenient 40 minute Lake Michigan boat ride.

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Closest Parking for this location, 124 Streeter Drive Polk Bros Park Ticket Booth.

If you have a group of 20 or more guests, please click on this link for group discounts!

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Child ages 3-12	Requires Date/Time
Infant - Free 2 and under	Requires Date/Time

Two Tour Special

Combine the 75 or 60-Minute Architecture River Tour with the 40-Minute Skyline Lake Tour and save $11.00!

These are still two separate tours, you save money by purchasing both at the same time!

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(1)	Archy Adult NP 2 Tour	Requires Date/Time
(1)	Skyline AD 2 Tour	Requires Date/Time

Child (ages 3-12)
(1)	Archy Child NP 2 Tour	Requires Date/Time
(1)	Skyline Child Two Tour Special	Requires Date/Time

Infant - Free (2 and under)
(1)	Archy NP Infant Call	Requires Date/Time
(1)	Skyline INF 2 Tour	Requires Date/Time

View from one of our Architecture Fireworks Cruises

Architecture Fireworks Tours - Departing from Michigan Ave.

These cruises depart from our docks on the Chicago River at the NE corner of Historic Michigan Ave. (Dusable) Bridge.

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Child 3 to 12	Requires Date/Time
Infant - Free 2 and under	Requires Date/Time

Architecture Fireworks Cruise on board the Voyageur at the Chicago Locks looking east

Architecture Fireworks Tours - Departing from Navy Pier

These cruises depart from our docks at Polk Bros Park in the Chicago River, near the entrance of Navy Pier.

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Infant - free 2 and under	Requires Date/Time

The Cap Streeter in the Chicago Harbor with fireworks and the skyline behind

Fireworks Tours on Lake Michigan - Departing from Navy Pier West Dock

Fireworks Tour on the lake leave from Shoreline's dock at the west end of Navy Pier on Wednesday and Saturdays.

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Harry Caray’s Park, Tailgate and Cruise to Soldier Field from Navy Pier

Park, Tailgate and Cruise via Shoreline Water Taxi from Harry Caray’s Tavern at Navy Pier to Soldier Field games

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Adult 13 and Over	Requires Date/Time $15.00
Child 3 to 12	Requires Date/Time $7.00

Brew Cruise

Oktoberfest Beer, Brats and Boats Celebration

Celebrate Oktoberfest in style with Shoreline Sightseeing & Chicago’s own Paulina Market for some of the best German fare in town! September 23rd 2021!

Cost $68.00 per person 21 and over.

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Summer Brew Cruises

A Friday sunset cruise enjoying tasty appetizers while the team from Revolution Brewing shares samples of their quality craft brews.

Departures on July 23rd, and August 20th, 2021 departing from Navy Pier at 7:30pm and returning at 9:00pm.

$60.00 per person 21 and over, and a cash bar will be available.

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Lynfred Winery, Shoreline Sightseeing's partner in the Wine Tasting Cruises

Wine Tasting Cruises with Lynfred Winery

Enjoy the relaxation of a scenic sunset cruise while sampling seasonal selections of wine from Chicago’s own Lynfred Winery accompanied by light refreshments.

Departures on July 15th, and September 9th, 2021 departing at 7:30pm returning at 9:00pm.

Cost $60.00 per person 21 and over, and a cash bar will be available for cocktails and soft drinks.

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Shoreline Gift Cards

Shoreline Gift Cards may be used toward the purchase of our Architecture Tours, Classic Lake Tours or any of our Fireworks Tours. The gift certificates may be redeemed at our Navy Pier booth (across from McDonalds), booth at Polk Bros Park at Navy Pier or our Michigan Ave booth. Not redeemable for cash and cannot be used for group bookings.

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25.00	$25.00
50.00	$50.00
75.00	$75.00
100.00	$100.00

All Aboard for the Opera!

Thanks for the great response in 2021! The Lyric Opera will be returning in 2022, dates will be posted in 2022.”

Enjoy a relaxing evening cruise along Chicago’s scenic waterways paired with live music from the members of the Chicago Lyric Opera Orchestra. Included are 2 drink tickets and light appetizers.

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