Best of Chicago Small Group Tour with Architecture River Cruise

Embark on a guided tour and visit Chicago’s iconic attractions like the famous Chicago Bean, the Chicago Skydeck, Adler viewpoint, plus enjoy a scenic river cruise and a narrated drive past the Aqua Tower and Buckingham Fountain.

Your tour begins with your guide picking you up in downtown Chicago who will share unique and fascinating stories about the area including exclusive historic highlights, local insights and personalized recommendations.

Your first stop is Adler Planetarium Pier, a must-see in the Windy City. This viewpoint is the best spot to marvel at the Chicago and Lake Michigan skyline.

You will then get to admire the beauty of Chicago's architecture by seeing world-famous skyscrapers from the Chicago River. Aboard the Shoreline Architecture Cruise you will experience a narrated boat tour showcasing the breathtaking views of over 40 Chicago iconic landmarks, from hidden architectural features to the Windy City's most famous monuments.

For the final part of your tour, you will visit two iconic Chicago landmarks, the Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park, one the largest fountains in the world and Cloud Gate, also known as the Chicago Bean.

At the end of your tour your guide will take you back to your downtown Chicago accommodation.

• Cloud Gate "The Bean"
• Architectural Sightseeing Cruise
• Chicago Adler viewpoint
• Chicago Buckingham Fountain

• Intimate, guided tour to explore Chicago
• Complimentary hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Chicago
• Small-group tour (max. 7 guests)
• Skip the ticket line entry
• All attraction admission fees included

• 4 hours

• Tours available year-round daily *
  *Subject to availability

• Chicago Shoreline Cruise is seasonal, operating March - December only. During the winter months it is replaced with The Field Museum of Natural History.
• From June 18th to August 13th, the tour provider cannot guarantee the stops Buckingham Fountain and Adler viewpoint. If they cannot visit those stops, they will substitute with a luxurious drive along Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile; including hop-out stops at The Chicago Theatre, the electric and unnamed Chicago Picasso sculpture in Daley Plaza, and the Chicago Water Tower (sole survivor of the Chicago Fire).
• The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• A moderate amount of walking is involved.
• Please arrive at the meeting location at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time.
• Tour guide gratuities are not included, optional and always appreciated.

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