Chicago Boat Tours Since 1939

Chicago's largest boat touring company offers Architecture Cruises, Skyline Lake Tours and Water Taxis. Special fireworks cruises are scheduled seasonally! Shoreline has been plying Chicago's waterways since 1939.

Architecture cruises depart frequently from Ogden Slip at Navy Pier. One-hour tours are led by professional and entertaining docents who highlight more than 40 landmark buildings along the Chicago River route. Click Here for departure times and ticket information.

For the busy tourist, Shoreline's speedy-but-informative 30-minute Skyline Lake Tour  departs from Navy Pier and, during Taste of Chicago, from Buckingham Fountain. The Skyline Lake Tour, provides clear glimpses of the cityscape accompanied by an informative presentation on the history of the city. Another way to view the Chicago skyline is on the Fireworks Cruise, a one-hour cruise culminating in a grand firework display. On Wed. at 9 p.m. and Sat. at 9:45 p.m. through Labor Day, Fireworks Cruises offer a special way to enjoy the beautiful Chicago summer nights.

Summer Hours: May Through Sept. 

Shoreline Commuter Water Taxis now service between Willis Tower/Union Station, Michigan Ave Bridge and Erie St. Service Mon - Fri 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (Last morning departure 9:20 a.m.) and from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Commuter fares between docks are $2 each way and a 10-ride pass is $15. All Tickets are sold dockside.

 Non-commuter Water Taxi service from all dock locations: Willis Tower/Union Station, Michigan Ave Bridge, Navy pier and the Museum Campus (Memorial Day to Labor Day). A shuttle service is offered select weeks throughout the summer from Buckingham Fountain and to Wells & Wacker across from the Merchandise Mart.

Deals

Every Tuesday in May, buy one adult Skyline Lake Tour ticket and get one free!

On Fridays, buy one adult ticket and get one child's ticket free.