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Chicago Skyline Tiki Chic Party Cruise on Lake Michigan

Island Party Boat
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Alycia_W
52 days ago
Very fun afternoon celebrating a birthday and was a perfect day. Much nicer tour than expected. Crew was awesome.

Set sail on our flagship vessel, where style meets comfort in a Tiki Chic atmosphere. Your adventure begins on the iconic Chicago Riverwalk, where you’ll board a beautifully appointed boat featuring two climate-controlled decks, two full bars, two bathrooms, and both indoor and outdoor viewing areas—perfect for soaking in the sights no matter the weather. As you sip a refreshing beverage, enjoy the rare experience of transiting the historic Chicago Locks—a must-see for locals and visitors alike. Once you glide into the open waters of Lake Michigan, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of Chicago’s world-famous skyline, framed by the gentle breeze and city lights. Looking to elevate your cruise? Upgrade to the exclusive Admiral’s Lounge, where you’ll enjoy top-shelf spirits, including selections from the Captain’s Private Reserve, all in a more intimate, upscale setting. This is more than just a boat ride—it’s a uniquely Chicago experience you won’t forget!

Departure Point

  • Chicago Riverwalk entrance is the corner of Wacker Drive and Columbus Drive. Proceed down the stairs and make a right when you get to the river. If you are driving, there is street parking is available behind Island Party Hut, 355 Sub Lower Wacker, Chicago, IL 60601 (hint, it's near the auto pound.)
Return Details
  • Chicago Riverwalk entrance is the corner of Wacker Drive and Columbus Drive. Proceed down the stairs and make a right when you get to the river. If you are driving, there is street parking is available behind Island Party Hut, 355 Sub Lower Wacker, Chicago, IL 60601 (hint, it's near the auto pound.)
Duration1 hour and 30 minutes

Points of Interest

Stop At: Chicago SkylineChicago, IllinoisSee breathtaking views of Chicago's Skyline on a 90 minute cruise through the famous Chicago Lock and on to Lake Michigan for amazing views of Navy Pier and the beautiful architecture of Downtown Chicago. Sip on a cocktail from our full service bar and listen to Island Music. You can upgrade to our 21 and over Admiral's club to have a more private experience. Upgrade can be purchased on board.Duration: Not Available

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dog Friendly
Inclusions
  • Enclosed Climate Controlled Space
  • Chicago Skyline Cruise
Exclusions
  • Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks (available for purchase)
Redemption InstructionsBoarding area is directly adjacent to Island Party Hut tiki bar and grill on the Chicago RiverwalkVoucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Customer Reviews

3.8
based on Groupon 27 reviews
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Alycia_W
Very fun afternoon celebrating a birthday and was a perfect day. Much nicer tour than expected. Crew was awesome.
Lisa_S
Worth the money . Great people. Great view. Drink prices not to high . Outside and Inside accomodations.
Liam_M
My group (11 people) had our boat tour at 3:00pm on 8/30/25. We were only in Chicago for the weekend so looked to pack in as many things as we could. This tour was our biggest regret. We were all very much looking forward to getting out on the lake, so you can imagine our disappointment when the first full hour on the boat was spent sitting and waiting at the mouth of the river for the lock to let us through. Once we did make it through, it was enjoyable for a bit, until we were told by an attendant that there were too many people on the front of the boat so my group had to go back inside (while all the others stayed up front in the open air). Inside was fine at first, until the group sitting next to us had a girl vomiting into the public trash can next to us, which they proceeded to just leave there for the remainder of the tour. To top it all off, we were expecting the tour to be 90 minutes, as stated everywhere on the description. We didn’t get back on land until a full 2.5 hours later so we completely missed our next reservation, which we were charged for. I understand it says it’s “approximately” 90 minutes on the website, but a full 150 minutes doesn’t come close to “approximately”. Don’t waste your time.

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