Private Boat Tour: Exploring Chicago's Architectural Marvels
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18 Ratings
Chicago
Embark on a private boat tour in Chicago to explore its architectural marvels and uncover its fascinating history. Discover iconic landmarks and hidden gems with a local guide!
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Chicago Theatre - This is where your tour begins - underneath the iconic neon sign made famous in both movies and musicals! Here, you’ll meet your tour guide and then set off through bustling downtown Chicago.
What's Included
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Private boat experience
What's Not Included
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities for the guide
  • Souvenirs
Additional Information

Embark on a private boat tour of Chicago, with a local resident who will reveal the enticing background stories and architectural wonders of the city as you voyage!

Prior to embarking, enjoy a brief stroll through the lively Chicago Loop area, where you’ll encounter treasures like the grandiose Marshall Field structure, the stunning stained-glass-domed Cultural Center, and the iconic marquee-lit Chicago Theatre.

Upon reaching the dock, you’ll enter your exclusive boat and launch an adventure down the Chicago River. As the cityscape unfolds, your guide will introduce you to the intriguing landmarks speckling the skyline. Marvel at the towering Willis Tower, once the tallest structure in the world, see the famed Union Station, a frequent setting in cinema, and witness an imposing Art Deco edifice that previously claimed a unique zip code!

You’ll also experience Wolf Point’s historical significance, initially a Native American settlement then the site of some of Chicago’s pioneering commercial edifices. Following the tour, you may wish to revisit these landmarks for a more leisurely, up-close exploration!

Location
The Chicago Theatre
North State Street
In front of the theatre under the marquee
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Patricia_h
Jun 10, 2024
Must do in Chicago !! - Well beyond expectations !! David was exceptional and really welcoming . You simply cannot visit Chicago without doing this tour!!!!!
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Sarahtc5620qx
May 30, 2024
Great job Dave! - Our first time in Chicago. We enjoyed our boat tour with Dave. He knew his stuff. He gave us some great insight about the city, the river, and its history. My teenage girls liked the tour and ranked it above our other activities in the city. We really liked that the boat was byob.
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N6116woamandah
May 18, 2024
Amazing experience! - We had the BEST time with tour guide Dave! Such a fun and unique Chicago experience for a group of friends and family. Would recommend to anyone, both visitors and locals!
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Ddsgws1954
May 18, 2024
Fun Chicago boat ride - What a great time! Captain David was super and we had a fun evening. You can BYOB on his boat so we had just what we wanted to drink and it didn’t cost a lot. Nice surprise that this boat has an electric motor so it’s very quiet. David knows lots about the architecture of the buildings we passed. We will book this again for sure !
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Danielleks9071ul
May 18, 2024
Chicago Dave is CHICAGO - Our boat tour with Dave was a core memory for me and my best friends. His knowledge of Chicago is unmatched we learned sooo much! Even as Chicago natives! Thank you Dave for an unforgettable evening we will be back for more boat tours all summer long!!
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Jm936844
May 18, 2024
Perfect pizza and wine night on Chicago River - The reason we loved the tour (besides how amazing David was) is because they focused on having fun and sharing facts. We were able to bring pizza and wine which brought the rating to a full 5/5.
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P6181gqalexa
Oct 15, 2023
Amazing experience I highly recommend it. - The tour was absolutely wonderful. I've done the big architecture tour where you are with a large number of people before and this one was 100 times better. The boat fits twelve but our group had 6 and there was still plenty of room for others without feeling cramped at all. The weather was bit cold, but the boat had an enclosure that was still visible through that kept us pretty warm. Dave was SO FUN and knowledgeable. We not only got really great information, but having a small group made it a lot more comfortable to ask questions. I highly recommend doing the private boat tour, it was a wonderful experience and I will absolutely be doing this tour again next time I have friends visiting from out of town. It is a beautiful way to show off Chicago.
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Drewbb7956jz
Sep 6, 2023
Great time on the river! - The views were amazing I love the city in the summer and seeing it from the river in a boat is always breathtaking. The guide was also very informative and easy going making the entire trip comfortable the whole time.
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533gosiam
Aug 31, 2023
Fun with WeVenture - Beautiful scenery. Super friendly knowledgeable guide. Dave gave us all kinds of fun facts about Chicago and the river itself. Hug plus for me, the boats are electric, no noise, no pollution.
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915gosiam
Aug 31, 2023
An authentic Chicago Architectural tour in an intimate setting! - This tour was fantastic! Our guide Dave was very friendly, funny and witty in this informative tour of Chicago architecture and its history. He did a stellar job as he navigated us through the heart of the city’s spectacular views. It was neat to have a private tour in an intimate setting with friends, and I will happily book WeVenture again for this incredibly cool and authentic Chicago experience!
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