Architectural River Cruise and Guided Walking tour of Chicago
Architecture River Cruise and Walking Tour with a tour guide
(½ day tour)
Born of the Great Fire, Chicago’s booming steel industry, and an indomitable spirit, skyscrapers were invented here in 1885… and we have the best way to see them. Join us for 90 minutes of genuinely tall tales and head-turning sights from the breathtaking vantage point of our cruise deck. Our tour, aboard the Chicago Architectural Cruise, departs from Navy Pier. It then travels down the main branch of the Chicago River, up the north branch to the East Bank Club, and then south past Willis Tower formerly Sears Tower to the old Post Office Building. The cruise is led by a knowledgeable architecture professional who will provide detailed descriptions of more than forty buildings seen on the river cruise. You will see a variety of architectural styles—including art deco, neo-Gothic, Chicago-school style, Mid-Century Modern, and more! After this, we will continue with a walking tour to see the amazing skyscrapers from the ground, while strolling leisurely through Chicago.
Private tour: From 1 to 10 people.
Duration of the tour: 4h.
Meeting point: Will be emailed with your booking confirmation.
Period: From mid-April to end of September-Mid October depending of the weather
Private walking tour with admission public architectural cruise :
Guided tour – 1 guest: $565
Guided tour – 2 people: $635
Guided tour – 3 people: $700
Guided tour – 4 people: $770
Guided tour – 5 people: $835
Guided tour – 6 people: $905
Guided tour – 7 people: $970
Guided tour – 8 people: $1040
Guided tour – 9 people: $1105
Guided tour – 10 people: $1175
It is possible to schedule this tour at your convenience so please contact us if you have specific dates so we can check availability.
Please note that river cruise departs at 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm, 5 pm, 6 pm and 8 pm.
Transportation may be suggested during the winter and will increase the rate.
Add-on Transportation 4hrs (Friday to Sunday):
6-10 guests by minivan: $920
11 guests to 19 guests by minibus: $1079
20 guests to 40 guests by bus: $1190
Travel agencies and Travel professionals: Please contact us for your preferential rate.
Services included: 1h30 of an architecture cruise and 2h30 walking tour with a certified tour guide.
Services not included: Tips for the tour guide, personal expenses, Transfer to the meeting location.
Accessibility: This tour is possible for people with disabilities in wheelchairs. Our boats can accommodate wheelchairs up to 30-inches wide. These wheelchairs must be able to navigate a ramp with a 2-inch step at one end. Contact us for rates and logistics.
This tour is available for the hearing impaired. We can provide a translator for sign language. Please contact us for rates and availability.
Guide: Our licensed guides reserve the right to cancel the scheduled tour due to weather conditions (rain, storm, snow or other). In case of cancellation, we can offer you an alternative date or a total cancellation, in which case we will give you a full refund.
Cancellation Policy Private Tour: All sales are final and non-refundable if you cancel the tour.
Videos and pictures: We reserve the right to record video footage and photography in connection with future promotional and publicity for MAD Tours and Events on social media and website.
Belongings: Mad Tours and Events is not responsible for any personal items which are lost, stolen or left behind.
Passenger Voucher check-in Instructions: On the day of tour or activity, please arrive 15 minutes early to the tour departure point at the indicated address sent with your confirmation.
Pet: As much as we love them, they are not allowed.
Taxes & Booking fees: They are not included in the rate. Those fees will be indicated once you start the booking reservation process.
Request to reschedule your tour: This tour can not be rescheduled. There are no exceptions.
No show: Please note that if you do not show up on the day of your tour or activity, your tour is forfeited.
Cruise Schedule: Please note that the river cruises depart at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm. Your visit must therefore be integrated in accordance with these cruise departures. We are not responsible for any changes in the cruise schedule.
