Chicago River Cocktail Cruise | 1 hour 30 minutes

86 Reviews | Chicago
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From $59.00 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
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You can select up to 15 travelers in total.
Senior (65-99) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 15
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Adult (13-64) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 15
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Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cruise + 2 Cocktails
2 Adults x $67.00
$134.00
Approx Total
$134.00
Two cocktails included: Choice of beer, wine, champagne, or premium spirits. Additional drinks available for purchase. Free Starbucks coffee.
Cruise + 1 Cocktail
2 Adults x $59.00
$118.00
Approx Total
$118.00
One cocktail included: Choice of beer, wine, champagne, or premium spirits. Additional drinks available for purchase. Free Starbucks coffee.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • 1 or 2 alcoholic drinks (depending on option chosen)
  • Restroom on board
  • Starbucks coffee provided free of charge
  • Beer, wine champagne, and cocktails are available for purchase on board

Overview

When in Chicago, cruising down the Chicago River is a must. Except with us, you’ll be taking in the architecture of the buildings that line the beautiful river. We provide detailed explanations of the construction and history of over 50 significant buildings, wrapping up at the end of the river. The Chicago River Cocktail Cruise allows you to experience an architecture tour with a cocktail in your hand! Your cruise includes either one or two drinks, with your choice of premium spirits, beer, or wine. Additional drinks are available for purchase.

Meeting points

We are located at the end of The Ogden Slip dock at 465 N. McClurg Court

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Chicago River

    See over 50 skyscrapers and learn the history & architecture behind them all!

    30 minutes

  • Wrigley Building

    Learn the great history and architecture of this marvel!

    10 minutes

  • Michigan Avenue Bridge

    Go under half a dozen of the Chicago River's famous Bastille Bridges.

    5 minutes

  • The Magnificent Mile

    Pass by one of Chicagos most iconic streets.

    5 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

March 15100% refund
March 16No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Reviews

4.5

86 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    68
  • 4 stars
    8
  • 3 stars
    4
  • 2 stars
    0
  • 1 star
    6

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 68 reviews with 5 stars

First time experience

Published on Nov, 2024

That was my first time experience and so wonderful memories . Thank you for amazing service . The bartender also so nice . :)

Great tour …great guide

Published on Nov, 2024

Great tour …great guide …we did the cocktail architecture tour The experience to see the buildings at nite is just amazing

River Tour

Published on Oct, 2024

Great architectural tour on the river! Highly recommended. Comfortable boat. Drinks. Even a clean bathroom @

Great fun!

Published on Oct, 2024

One the the many bright spots on our visit! Loved the cruise and tour guide!! The history and knowledge of guide was impressive- comfortable seats, bar was good, crew were nice!

Beautiful night

Published on Oct, 2024

Started on time, knowledgeable guide, get in line early (40min) to ensure best seating. The only downside was people talking loudly over the guide. Staff was excellent bartenders were great!

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