Providing architecture, skyline and various holiday and special event tours, this cruise line remains both educational and fun.
(312) 222-9328
Navy Pier - 600 E Grand Ave
Chicago,
IL
60611
41.892611
-87.621106
Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side
What People Are Saying About Shoreline Sightseeing
The Owner
Shoreline Sightseeing
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Visitors from all over the world know the distinctive red, white and blue boats of Shoreline Sightseeing. Shoreline's docent-led architecture cruises on the Chicago River include over 40 architectural masterpieces. Learn how Chicago rose from the ashes of the Great Fire to become the birthplace of modern architecture and the home of the skyscraper. Free guide and map outlines the route. Shoreline's skyline boat tours leave from Navy Pier, the Shedd Aquarium and Buckingham Fountain. The narrated tours showcase the city's dramatic skyline and history. Special cruises from Navy Pier take in…
The Editor
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Citysearch
Providing architecture, skyline and various holiday and special event tours, this cruise line remains both educational and fun.
05/17/07
Definitely the best boat tour in Chicago
by chitowngrl
My co-workers and I decided to take a day off of work and act like tourists for the day so we decided that a boat tour would be the best way to go. From the moment you step on the boat the staff greats you and is super friendly. I have been on another boat tour in the city that didn't come close to comparing to the open aired boat of shoreline. Despite the wind we were able to hear the tour guide perfectly and she had an awesome personality. It was a great time and I know for a fact that I will recommend shoreline to all of my out of town guests. If you are going to choose any tour, shoreline should be it.
- Pros: Tour guide and friendliness of staff
- Cons: nothing I can think of..
02/15/07
Best tour in the city!!!
by kathrine222
Great experience all around. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Tours leave frequently so we didn't have to wait in line and our seats were great! No matter where you're seated, you have an unobstructed view of Chicago's architecture. The river tour is awesome to bring out-of-town guests, but Chicagoans will find it informative and entertaining too! (plus there's a bar!) Highly recommended to anyone and everyone.
- Pros: informative, entertaining, great view
- Cons: none
02/07/07
Guaranteed Good Time
by oneroom
We had out of town guests for a few days. We decided to do a tour. It was a blast. The city looked beautiful from the lake and the Shoreline staff was both knowledgeable and fun. We had a great time. Our guests are still talking about the tour. Thanks for the fun.
- Pros: great staff, facilities, and atmosphere
- Cons: none
The Details on Shoreline Sightseeing
The Extras:
Shoreline Sightseeing also offers water taxis between major Chicago attractions, as well as private chartered tours for 50 to 275 guests, where you can select which boat, menu, drinks, and music you would like.
Call Ahead:
Since hours vary and tour themes change seasonally, always make sure to call first to find the right cruise for you.
Category:
Music Schools, Tours & Excursions, Cruises
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Message from Shoreline Sightseeing
- Navy Pier Architecture Cruises
- Skyline Lake Michigan Tours
- Lake and River Water Taxis
Visitors from all over the world know the distinctive red, white and blue boats of Shoreline Sightseeing. Shoreline's docent-led architecture cruises on the Chicago River include over 40 architectural masterpieces. Learn how Chicago rose from the ashes of the Great Fire to become the birthplace of modern architecture and the home of the skyscraper. Free guide and map outlines the route.
Shoreline's skyline boat tours leave from Navy Pier, the Shedd Aquarium and Buckingham Fountain. The narrated tours showcase the city's dramatic skyline and history. Special cruises from Navy Pier take in the summer fireworks displays on Wed. and Sat. evenings.
Shoreline's water taxis run between Navy Pier, Sears Tower and Shedd Aquarium. Water taxis are ideal for convenient and scenic connections between some of Chicago's top attractions.
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