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- Best Conversion
- Excellent Quality
- Water Tours
Chicago Seadog River & Lake Architectural Tour
- Duration1 hour 15 min
- GroupShared · max 19
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Soak in unobstructed views of Chicago’s world-famous architecture from the water with an exciting ride on our Seadog River and Lake Architectural Tour! Sail through the Chicago Harbor Locks to the River’s iconic skyscrapers. Enjoy amusing and informative narration for a fascinating tour through the city’s architectural history as you pass the Civic Opera House, the Merchandise Mart, and the Willis Tower. Buckle up for a thrilling finale on Lake Michigan to top off this family and dog-friendly experience and cruise along the skyline at top Seadog speed!
What to expect
Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60611-3419, United States
Seadog Cruises offers the most fun and exciting ways to see the city
Tribune Tower
435 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
Views of world famous architecture
Grant Ulysses Park
337 E Randolph Street, Columbus Drive, Chicago, Illinois, 60601, United States
This park covers 319 acres along Lake Michigan
Clarence F. Buckingham Fountain
301 S. Columbus Dr, Grant Park, Chicago, Illinois, 60601, United States
Views of famous Chicago landmarks
Chicago River
Chicago, Illinois, United States
See world famous architecture from the water
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL All Seadog vessels departing from Navy Pier are docked on the water directly across from the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL All Seadog vessels departing from Navy Pier are docked on the water directly across from the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Redemption
-Please note that your boarding location will depend on the option selected at the time of booking. -A valid photo ID for all participating guests is required at check-in -If you have any questions regarding your reservation, contact us at +1 888-345-6660 -Boarding 15 min prior to event start time -All Seadog vessels departing from Navy Pier are docked on the water directly across from the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
What's included
Included
- This ride also includes a short speedboat ride portion on the lake
- Lakefront, through the locks, and along the Chicago River all the way to the famous Willis Tower
- Scenic views of Chicago's famous buildings and unique architecture
- 75 minute Architectural tour and speedboat ride on Lake Michigan
Not included
- Seadog is BYOB - bring your own drinks to enjoy on the water (no glass containers)
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 19 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Infant (0–2), Child (3–12), Adult (13–99)
Additional information
- Coast Guard regulations require a photo ID for each guest to board
- All cruises are weather permitting
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
- This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's cancelled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 1 day before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- America/Chicago
- Product code
- 5042CHIARC
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (237) and Tripadvisor (77).
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From USD 41.65 per person · Free cancellation available
Activity information provided by Viator, an authorized travel partner. Gateera does not operate this activity.


