Chicago Custom Sightseeing Boat Tour Experience
from
$60
Chicago
IL
1-6
people
price for
1 participant
45
minutes
  • • Custom Sightseeing Tour of Chicago's Iconic Skyline
  • • Enjoy A 45-Minute Adventure on the Lakefront
  • • Experience Chicago's Unique Views from a US Navy Built Boat
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Lake Michigan like never before! A Small Group Lake Michigan Tour offers an unforgettable journey over the shimmering waters and majestic skyline of Chicago. Perfect for nature lovers and city enthusiasts alike, this tour provides an intimate setting for up to six passengers, ensuring personal attention and the chance to connect with fellow adventurers.

Set sail aboard a powerful US NAVY built Ridged Haul Inflatable Boat, designed for a thrilling and safe ride across the lake. As the tour begins, a knowledgeable Captain—licensed by the Coast Guard—will guide the experience, sharing captivating stories of Chicago's rich history and stunning architecture. The 45-minute ride features picturesque views of the city's iconic skyline, making it an ideal opportunity to capture breathtaking photos. Enjoy the fresh lake breeze as you glide along the shore, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

This Small Group Lake Michigan Tour is not just a fun outing; it also makes an exceptional gift for friends and family who appreciate unique experiences. Whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, or just because, surprise someone special with the adventure of a lifetime, and let them explore the wonders of Lake Michigan from a new perspective!

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Experience Overview:

Small Group Lake Michigan Tour

The ultimate custom sightseeing experience in Chicago! Enjoy the City from great vantage points and photograph the world-famous skyline from the water. We will grip the throttle for adventurous ride up and down the lake front on our safe and seaworthy US NAVY built Ridged Haul Inflatable Boat (RHIB). This experience is a unique way to see the city. This 45 minute tour is narrated by your Captain, a Coast Guard licensed operator, who will point out key points of historical significance and architecture while on your tour with 6 or less passengers on board.

Meeting Point

2601 N Cannon Dr Parking

2601N N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

Proceed to "A" dock which is the most northerly dock at the marina. Your Captain will be waiting for you at the front gate with his life jacket donned.

What's included:

  • Life Jackets

What to expect:

Duration: 45 minutes

McCormick Place

2301 S Lake Shore Dr, , Chicago, 60616-1419, Illinois

As early as 1927, Robert R. McCormick, a prominent member of the McCormick family of McCormick Reaper/International Harvester fame, and publisher of the Chicago Tribune, championed a purpose-built lakeside convention center for Chicago. In 1958, ground was broken for a USD 35 million facility that opened in November 1960, and was named after McCormick, who died in 1955.The 1960 exposition hall was destroyed in a spectacular fire on January 16, 1967, despite being thought fireproof by virtue of its steel and concrete construction.At the time of the fire, the building contained highly combustible exhibits, several hydrants were shut off, and there were no sprinklers on the main floor where the fire started. Thus the fire spread quickly and destructively, McCormick Place is the largest convention center in North America. It consists of four interconnected buildings and one indoor arena

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Soldier Field

1410 Special Olympics Drive, Chicago, 60605-2902, Illinois

Opened in 1924 and reconstructed in 2003, the stadium has served as the home of the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL) since 1971, as well as Chicago Fire FC of Major League Soccer The stadium's interior was rebuilt as part of a major renovation project in 2002, which modernized the facility but lowered its seating capacity, eventually causing it to be delisted as a National Historic Landmark in 2006

1 minute • Admission Ticket Not Included

Adler Planetarium

1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., , Chicago, 60605-2489, Illinois

The Adler Planetarium is a public museum in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to astronomy and astrophysics. It was founded in 1930 by local businessman Max Adler.The Adler has three theaters, space science exhibitions, including the Gemini 12 space capsule, and a collection of antique scientific instruments and print materials. In addition, the Adler Planetarium hosts the Doane Observatory, a research-active public observatory.

1 minute • Admission Ticket Not Included

Navy Pier

600 E Grand Ave, , Chicago, 60611-3419, Illinois

In 1941, during World War II, the pier became a training center for the United States Navy; about 10,000 people worked, trained and lived there. The pier contained a 2,500-seat theater, gym, 12-chair barber shop, tailor, cobbler shops, soda fountain and a vast kitchen and hospital.

2 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

John Hancock Center

875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, 60611-1803, Illinois

The John Hancock Center is a 100-story, 1,128-foot supertall skyscraper. Located in the Magnificent Mile district, its name was changed to 875 North Michigan Avenue in 2018. Despite this, the building is still colloquially called the John Hancock Center The skyscraper was constructed under the supervision of Skidmore, Owings and Merrill (SOM),[7] by SOM partners, Peruvian-US chief designer Bruce Graham and Bangladeshi-US structural engineer Fazlur Rahman Khan. When the building topped out on May 6, 1968, it was the second-tallest building in the world after the Empire State Building, and the tallest in Chicago. It is currently the fifth-tallest building in Chicago and the thirteenth-tallest in the United States, behind the Aon Center in Chicago which you will see later on.

4 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Chicago Skyline Photography Boat Tour

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Chicago
IL
1-6
people
price for
1 participant
45
minutes
  • • Custom Sightseeing Tour of Chicago's Iconic Skyline
  • • Enjoy A 45-Minute Adventure on the Lakefront
  • • Experience Chicago's Unique Views from a US Navy Built Boat
or

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