With the city’s largest fleet – 11 touring vessels and 6 water taxis – and dozens of architectural guides, Shoreline Sightseeing is one of Chicago’s most popular tours. Purchase your tickets today for your own awesome adventure: from scenic trips along the river to skyline tours on Lake Michigan.
Shoreline Sightseeing: More boats, more tours, more guides – to suit your schedule!
Our Tours
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Utilize our interactive map below to explore our tour routes to determine what sights you want to see.
[Choose Blue for our Architecture River Tours. And Red for our Skyline Lake Tour routes.]
You can also compare tours and see departure times by downloading our tours brochure.
[Choose Blue for our Architecture River Tours. And Red for our Skyline Lake Tour routes.]
You can also compare tours and see departure times by downloading our tours brochure.
"Took a 10:30 am architectural tour on a Sunday. Becky was our docent and OUTSTANDING!! Knowledgeable and entertaining. ... Also used their water taxi to get from Shedd Aquarium to Michigan with a stop at Navy Pier. Perfect way to rest after walking miles."
"The architecture tour did not disappoint. I've been to Chicago a few times but this tour offered a new perspective. A great way to kick off a trip to Chicago and Antonio was amazing!"
"Great tour full of great information on architecture and the history of Chicago. Clean boat and restrooms. Entertaining guide and nice bartender! Highly recommend!"
"Jim and the whole crew were absolutely amazing! The tour was informational and entertaining. Chicago is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and (the) tour up and down the river proves that. We love Shoreline and hope to take many more tours with them."
"My girlfriend and I were in town from Houston, Texas for Lollapalooza, but had been told by some locals that this was the tour to see. We picked the nighttime/ firework tour, and we were not disappointed. BECKY was an amazing guide. Not only did she give us the historical details of the buildings, but she was amazing at keeping the tour lively and fun. Stoked about this and would highly recommend to anyone visiting Chicago!"
Maria P
Hamden, CT
8/9/21
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Jasmine J.
Dallas, TX
8/7/21
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Kristen T
Palm Desert, CA
8/1/21
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Teresa M.
Palos Heights, IL
8/1/21
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Brent T
Houston, TX
7/31/21
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