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Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour

Shoreline Sightseeing's award-winning Architecture Tours are led by knowledgeable, entertaining guides and showcase the city's rich architectural heritage, from hidden gems to world-famous facades. Enjoy the journey on a state-of-the-art tour boat. See more than 40 landmarks in the iconic Chicago skyline, including the Wrigley Building and Marina City, and hear stories of ambition, redemption and innovation that make the Windy City famous.

Admission to this attraction includes:

Chicago CityPASS

Architecture River Tour

Chicago C3

Architecture River Tour

Spotlight Feature

Spanning History, Past and Present

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A Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour takes you underneath the century-old Wells Street Bridge on the Chicago River. One of 18 operable drawbridges in the downtown area, it carries vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians on the lower level and an "L" train on the upper deck.

Spotlight Feature

Classic Views, Changing Hues

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The 156-mile Chicago River, which flows through the city's architecturally significant downtown, appears from dark green to pale blue, depending on the season and lighting. An annual tradition since 1962 famously turns the water a brilliant emerald color on the Saturday before St. Patrick's Day.

Interested in visiting?

Highlights

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Learn how the three branches of the Chicago River helped establish the city as a trading outpost for French explorers.

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Celebrate Chicago's resilience as it became the "Second City" in the aftermath of the Great Fire of 1871.

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See Chicago's innovative approach to fight gravity and reverse the flow of the Chicago River.

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Advice for Visitors

Tips

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your reservation time.

Learn more on the CityPASS Blog about what you'll see on a Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour.

Attraction Features

Amenities

Dining: Beer, wine, spirits, nonalcoholic beverages and light snacks are available for purchase on board.

Accessibility

Navy Pier is the best boarding location for guests with mobility concerns. Visit Shoreline Sightseeing's website for more information on services for guests with specific needs.

Parking/Transportation

Get information on parking for the Michigan Avenue location and parking for the Navy Pier location.

Offers & Upgrades

20% Off Water Taxi Passes

CityPASS guests receive 20% off Shoreline Water Taxi passes; show your CityPASS tickets at Shoreline ticket booths to redeem. Water taxis run primarily May-September.

Contact Information & Hours

  • Shoreline Sightseeing — Navy Pier
  • 124 N. Streeter Drive
  • Chicago, IL 60611
  • Right before the entrance to Navy Pier

Departure times vary seasonally; check the upcoming schedule when planning your visit.

  • Shoreline Sightseeing — Michigan Avenue
  • 401 N. Michigan Ave.
  • Chicago, IL 60611

Departure times vary seasonally; check the upcoming schedule when planning your visit.

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The CityPASS was the perfect way to plan our stay in Chicago. I was able to show my daughter my favorite places in Chicago, and a few others as well. The CityPASS provided a better price, and skipping to the front of the line was like icing on the cake!.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Worth the price! Super worth it, specially if visiting over a couple of days. We visited the field museum, the aquarium and the planetarium, will definitely purchase again when I return next time.
Date published: 2026-11-10
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Date published: 2026-11-07
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Date published: 2026-11-06
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Date published: 2026-11-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Absolutely convince With this pass, I saved a lot of money. I visited 5 places; they were all amazing, and the times were very flexible. I can reschedule at the last minute without any issues. I can show up early, and they accepted my ticket. I had a great pass to have.
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