Chicago City Tour and Lake Michigan Cruise

Description

Discover Chicago from both land and water on this scenic half-day tour. Take a narrated coach tour through the city’s South Side and see highlights including Grant Park, the Loop, the Shedd Aquarium and exclusive shopping areas and neighborhoods. Then, experience Chicago from the water! Cruise along Lake Michigan in a beautiful streamliner yacht and admire views of the stunning city skyline

Explore the Windy City by land and water on this half-day tour of Chicago. On the first half of your tour, explore the city by bus to discover the history and culture of Chicago. Travel through Grant Park, known as the ‘front lawn of the city’ and the site of Soldier Field. Admire the sky dome at the Adler Planetarium and pass by the Art Institute of Chicago, featuring one of the largest collections of impressionistic art in the world.

See Chicago’s Orchestra Hall and Shedd Aquarium, one of the world's largest aquariums. You'll also see the Field Museum of Natural History, the 80-story Amoco Building, and pass by President Obama's former neighborhood and house!

After your bus tour, board a state-of-the-art yacht to get a unique view of the city from the water. Cruise along Lake Michigan and enjoy views of the city's bridges and the famous Chicago Locks. Spot Navy Pier, the Coast Guard Station and other points of interest lining the shore.
The tour ends at the boat dock at McClurg Court and Illinois Street, adjacent to Michigan Avenue.

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Departure point

Tour departs from selected downtown Chicago hotels. Or, you can make your own way to the departure point located at The Palmer House.

Departure time

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

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