Chicago River 90-Minute History and Architecture Tour

Be inspired by the captivating, visual art that is Chicago’s legendary architecture, and the exceptional architects who created this ever-changing, dynamic legacy for all to enjoy and admire. This comprehensive 90 minute tour will navigate through the heart of the city on all three branches of the Chicago River while your professionally-trained architectural guide tells the story of more than 130 years of innovation in design, style and technique and why it is important today. The Chicago River Architecture Tour is the most authentic and encompassing Chicago experience the city has to offer.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Wendella, Chicago, IL

Vessels depart from Wendella's docks at the northwest corner of the Michigan Avenue Bridge (DuSable Bridge), at the foot of the Wrigley Building.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Centennial Fountain And Water Arc, 400 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL 60611-4323

Dedicated in 1989 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago, known for reversing the flow of the Chicago River in 1900. For the first five minutes of every hour, the fountain shoots a water arc across the river from a tiered waterfall.

Pass By: 222 Merchandise Mart Plz Suite 107, Chicago, IL 60654-1103

The largest commercial building in the world.

Pass By: Michigan Avenue Bridge, 333 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601-3901

Michigan Avenue is home of the Chicago Water Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, and the shopping on the Magnificent Mile.

Pass By: Wrigley Building, 410 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-4213

This white, terra-cotta landmark was built in 1922 as headquarters for the Wrigley chewing gum company.

Pass By: Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601

An open, pedestrian waterfront called the city's 'Second Lakefront.'

Pass By: Lyric Opera of Chicago, 20 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606-2806

Second-largest opera auditorium in North America, with an Art Deco interior

Pass By: Marina City, 300 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654-5414

Pass by these iconic mixed-use apartment buildings - "a city within a city" with their unique corn-cob exterior.



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Weapons prohibited by US Coast Guard"
"Outside alcohol is prohibited"
"All bags subject to search"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Arrive 30 Minutes prior to your departure time."
"Contact tour operator for wheelchair & ADA access"
"Indoor and outdoor seating is available on a first come, first served basis"
"Maps are available with highlights in simplified Chinese. They can picked up per request at the ticket window."
"Special requests entered at checkout cannot be guaranteed"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 300 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duração: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Ponto de partida: 400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Indoor and outdoor seating available (indoor is climate controlled)
• Narrated tour on board by professionally trained tour guide.
• Restroom on board
• Expert Local Guide

Não Incluído

• Alcoholic Beverages - Drinks and snacks available for purchase on-board the vessel.
• Gratuities

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