Chicago Premium Driving Tour with River Boat Cruise
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Explore the best of Chicago on an intimate small-group tour with a maximum of 6 guests. Take in the city’s world-famous skyline, bold skyscrapers, and stunning Lake Michigan views while enjoying the expertise of your friendly Tripshepherd guide. Start your adventure with complimentary downtown Chicago hotel pickup before visiting the Adler Planetarium Pier, one of the most scenic viewpoints of the Windy City. Next, climb aboard the Shoreline Architecture River Cruise for a narrated boat ride highlighting more than 40 iconic Chicago landmarks. From hidden architectural details to the city’s most recognizable monuments, this cruise offers a unique perspective of Chicago’s skyline and rich history. To wrap up your Chicago experience, you’ll visit two must-see landmarks: the breathtaking Buckingham Fountain, and Cloud Gate (“The Bean”), one of the most photographed attractions in Millennium Park. Your day ends with complimentary drop-off at your downtown Chicago hotel!
Departure Point
- If you are driving into Downtown Chicago and require parking, we recommend parking in the Millennium Park Garage located, 5 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, United States. It is an underground parking garage where you can park for the duration of your tour.
- If you are driving into Downtown Chicago and require parking, we recommend parking in the Millennium Park Garage located, 5 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, United States. It is an underground parking garage where you can park for the duration of your tour.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Cloud Gate201 E. Randolph St., Millenium Park, Chicago, IllinoisWe will start our tour with a view of the Cloud Gate also known as the Chicago Bean, British artist Anish Kapoor's first public outdoor work installed in the United States. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Shoreline Sightseeing401 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611Chicago’s famous architecture! There’s nothing like seeing these world-famous skyscrapers from the Chicago River. Aboard the Shoreline Architecture Cruise, you will enjoy a narrated boat ride where you will see over 40 Chicago landmarks, from hidden architectural treasures to the city’s most famous monuments. Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutesStop At: Clarence F. Buckingham Fountain301 S. Columbus Dr, Grant Park, Chicago, IllinoisBuckingham Fountain is a Chicago Landmark in the center of Grant Park, and between Queen's Landing and Congress Parkway. Dedicated in 1927, it is one of the largest fountains in the world.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Adler Planetarium1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., , Chicago, IllinoisThe Adler view point, is the best spot to take a photo of the Chicago Skyline. Please note, from June 18th to August 13th we cannot guarantee the stops Buckingham Fountain and Adler viewpoint. If we cannot visit those stops, we will substitute with a luxurious drive up Chicago's famed Magnificient Mile; including hop-out stops at The Chicago Theatre, the electric and unnamed Chicago Picasso sculpture in Daley Plaza, and the Chicago Watertower (sole survivor of the Chicago Fire).Duration: 15 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off (Downtown Chicago)
- See All Chicago Has to Offer in One Tour
- Small-group tour (6 maximum)
- Chicago Architecture Cruise (Admission Included)
- Narrated Driving Tour of Chicago
- Food and Drinks
Explore the best of Chicago on an intimate small-group tour with a maximum of 6 guests. Take in the city’s world-famous skyline, bold skyscrapers, and stunning Lake Michigan views while enjoying the expertise of your friendly Tripshepherd guide. Start your adventure with complimentary downtown Chicago hotel pickup before visiting the Adler Planetarium Pier, one of the most scenic viewpoints of the Windy City. Next, climb aboard the Shoreline Architecture River Cruise for a narrated boat ride highlighting more than 40 iconic Chicago landmarks. From hidden architectural details to the city’s most recognizable monuments, this cruise offers a unique perspective of Chicago’s skyline and rich history. To wrap up your Chicago experience, you’ll visit two must-see landmarks: the breathtaking Buckingham Fountain, and Cloud Gate (“The Bean”), one of the most photographed attractions in Millennium Park. Your day ends with complimentary drop-off at your downtown Chicago hotel!
Departure Point
- If you are driving into Downtown Chicago and require parking, we recommend parking in the Millennium Park Garage located, 5 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, United States. It is an underground parking garage where you can park for the duration of your tour.
- If you are driving into Downtown Chicago and require parking, we recommend parking in the Millennium Park Garage located, 5 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, United States. It is an underground parking garage where you can park for the duration of your tour.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Cloud Gate201 E. Randolph St., Millenium Park, Chicago, IllinoisWe will start our tour with a view of the Cloud Gate also known as the Chicago Bean, British artist Anish Kapoor's first public outdoor work installed in the United States. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Shoreline Sightseeing401 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611Chicago’s famous architecture! There’s nothing like seeing these world-famous skyscrapers from the Chicago River. Aboard the Shoreline Architecture Cruise, you will enjoy a narrated boat ride where you will see over 40 Chicago landmarks, from hidden architectural treasures to the city’s most famous monuments. Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutesStop At: Clarence F. Buckingham Fountain301 S. Columbus Dr, Grant Park, Chicago, IllinoisBuckingham Fountain is a Chicago Landmark in the center of Grant Park, and between Queen's Landing and Congress Parkway. Dedicated in 1927, it is one of the largest fountains in the world.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Adler Planetarium1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., , Chicago, IllinoisThe Adler view point, is the best spot to take a photo of the Chicago Skyline. Please note, from June 18th to August 13th we cannot guarantee the stops Buckingham Fountain and Adler viewpoint. If we cannot visit those stops, we will substitute with a luxurious drive up Chicago's famed Magnificient Mile; including hop-out stops at The Chicago Theatre, the electric and unnamed Chicago Picasso sculpture in Daley Plaza, and the Chicago Watertower (sole survivor of the Chicago Fire).Duration: 15 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off (Downtown Chicago)
- See All Chicago Has to Offer in One Tour
- Small-group tour (6 maximum)
- Chicago Architecture Cruise (Admission Included)
- Narrated Driving Tour of Chicago
- Food and Drinks
Need To Know Info
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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