Chicago's First Lady Cruises

Category: Boat tour agency in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 112 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Phone: +18473581330

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–10PM

Monday: 9AM–10PM

Tuesday: 9AM–10PM

Wednesday: 9AM–10PM

Thursday: 9AM–10PM

Friday: 9AM–10PM

Saturday: 9AM–10PM

Reviews

Caleb

Oct 27, 2022

The architectural river tour was incredible. Our guide was a wealth of knowledge about schools of architecture, years, dollar figures, and the importance of the buildings, their inhabitants, and creators. The best kind of educational tour.

Oscar De Alba

Oct 25, 2022

Great experience

Matt Brady

Oct 25, 2022

A view of the city like no other! Taking this boat tour is a fantastic way to get a sense of Chicago's architecture and history. While on the tour boat, Sylvia did a wonderful job of guiding the tour group through a ton of interesting historical information.

Mike Frearson

Oct 24, 2022

Another fantastic tour along the Chicago river. The views were amazing and our guide was very informative. This one was so much fun I would probably do it again if we went back. Don't miss it.

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Questions & Answers

Can we buy ticket on the spot?

Claudia López | Oct 27, 2019
Kevin Elias | Oct 27, 2019

Yes but do it a couple hours in advance as it might be sold out.

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I already purchased the tickets. What if it rains on that day?

Yujin Park | Jun 28, 2022
Chicago's First Lady Cruises | Jun 28, 2022

We cruise rain or shine! Our vessels include an indoor, climate-controlled salon. We also sell ponchos on board. In the event that a cruise is cancelled due to weather, you will be contacted.

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Can we use Go Chicago card here?

Vidhyanandhini Easwaran | Oct 27, 2018
Gustaaf Jan Heinhuis | Oct 27, 2018

I don't think it's included

Is this the tour going out to Michigan Lake or just touring architecture along the river in downtown?

catarina Kim | Oct 27, 2018
Laura Stockhausen | Oct 27, 2018

Just the architectural tour on the river.

How long is the tour

scott flamholtz | Oct 27, 2018
Mamata Das | Oct 27, 2018

90 minutes of guided tour

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do you serve food in the boat

Valentine Honore | Jul 28, 2022
Mike Mason | Jul 28, 2022

There was no food, apart from a few snacks at the bar when we went.

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Is the lower deck air conditioned?

A Google User | Jun 28, 2022
Chicago's First Lady Cruises | Jul 28, 2022

Yes! All of our vessels feature an indoor, climate-controlled salon.

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How many hours is a First Lady cruise.

Alex Lifsheetz | Oct 26, 2021
Cesar Jara | Oct 26, 2021

90 minutes. Make sure to do the ride and be on time. No refund after purchase.

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Can you buy tickets directly through the company ahead of time on the phone or online? The link on the website sends you to ticketmaster, but there is a ridiculous fee.

Aimee Seitz | Oct 26, 2021
Eliot Hertenstein | Oct 26, 2021

Tickets can be bought in person, with no processing fees!

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I'm a charter bus driver my group is going to this is there anywhere nearby to park a charter bus

Larry Holt | Oct 26, 2021
Chicago's First Lady Cruises | Oct 26, 2021

Hi Larry. You can park your charter bus near the service entrance on Lower Lower Wacker drive. Use this link for directions https://www.cruisechicago.com/assets/uploads/medium/Accessible-Drop-off-Area_6-21.pdf

Where I parking for Chicago first lady cruise?

Sue Pikulsom | Oct 26, 2021
Chicago's First Lady Cruises | Oct 26, 2021

Hi Sue. There is public parking nearby at the Illinois Center, 111 E. Wacker. You can view details about parking and our location at this web address cruisechicago.com/location

Are you open today

Julio Barron | Oct 26, 2021
Alex Heffner | Oct 26, 2021

Chicago’s First Lady is done cruising for 2020, but will resume cruising in spring of 2021!

Is the cruise wheel chair accessible

A Google User | Oct 26, 2020
sonakshi bera | Oct 26, 2020

Yes they are very much

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Do you have seating that protect you from the rain or cold weather?

Irene Bash | Oct 27, 2019
Jesus Neri | Oct 27, 2019

The upper deck has no coverage for rain or cold weather. The lower deck will keep you dry and warm.

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What's the starting point for the tour?

Mrudul Bhide | Oct 27, 2019
Quintin Kreth | Oct 27, 2019

The docks next to the Chicago institute of architecture.

What is the cost of the entrance

Monica Bolivar | Oct 27, 2019
Kim Goldsmith | Oct 27, 2019

We paid 36 dollars each.

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Is the tour only in English? No audios in other languages?

Mellany de Medeiros Nones | Oct 27, 2019
Nadine Stefoff | Oct 27, 2019

Correct. But extremely entertaining & you see EVERYTHING! safe side call. They might give head phones

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Where can you park an suv

Brooke August | Oct 27, 2019
Shushil Sagar | Oct 27, 2019

Hotel parking

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Do they have tours in spanish?

Fernanda Montes | Oct 27, 2019
Lisa Pajkos | Oct 27, 2019

I would call because it may be a specialty....

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What is the cost for each ride and their boat for a single person

Tomas Medina | Oct 27, 2019
Lisa Pajkos | Oct 27, 2019

I would call there and find out what they are charging. I went last year and booked ahead. It was really worth it.

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what is the cost $$$ ??

Oscar Tijerino | Oct 27, 2019
Regina Williams | Oct 27, 2019

https://www.cruisechicago.com/

Are the processing fees waived if you purchase your tickets at the kios?

Angela Hebbert | Oct 27, 2018
Lucie | Oct 27, 2018

We bought the tickets at the kiosques

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Are there cruises in November?

Alison Berry | Oct 27, 2018
Eric Craven | Oct 27, 2018

Yes, until November 18th.

does the tour go on the lake too?

Terina Siekierski | Oct 27, 2018
Rajni Shah | Oct 27, 2018

No. Very close to lake but not in the lake.

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How much for youth

Taklyn Useluku | Oct 27, 2018
ALIUDDIN HYDER | Oct 27, 2018

Standard charges for all ages

Do you have to buy tickets elsewhere or can you at the loading location?

Kat Weaver | Oct 27, 2018
Ashton Lively | Oct 27, 2018

We had our concierge buy the tickets but you can buy them at the riverwalk near the DuSable Bridge 30 minutes prior to boarding.

how much for tickets today on architectural boat tour for arch. foundation members?

Steve Nelson | Oct 27, 2018
Crisis Stealth | Oct 27, 2018

I remember I paid around 45 bucks per person but I wasnt part of any foundation.

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Are Y'all Hiring?

Danielle Webb | Oct 27, 2018
Russ Z | Oct 27, 2018

Yes they are for sure hiring go to web page and find careers link

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What is the best hour to take the tour?

Monica Martelli | Oct 27, 2018
Joe Scanlan | Oct 27, 2018

The earlier in the day the better. Now the weather has got warmer the boats get fuller as the day goes on.

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What time is the last raid

jose gamero | Oct 27, 2018
jacqi killeen | Oct 27, 2018

the have scheduled tours. loved the boat ride even if it was 29*. too cold for this California girl.

Are you open April 5th 2018

James Hauser | Oct 27, 2018
Russ Z | Oct 27, 2018

They were

What is the nearest rail station?

Sanjeev Deshpande | Oct 27, 2017
Brian Lopez (B-Lo) | Oct 27, 2017

State/lake then a 7min walk.

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