Shoreline Sightseeing

Shoreline Sightseeing at Navy Pier: Architecture Cruises on the Chicago River, Skyline Tours on Lake Michigan, Water Taxis, Fireworks Cruises, Private Charters, Brew Cruises.

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    (312) 222-9328

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    shorelinesightseeing.com

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    Boat or Ferry

Address

600 E Grand Ave (at Navy Pier) Chicago , IL 60611 United States

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john brooks

Jim was an amazing guide - highly entertaining and educational . Would love to go again on my next visit.

Sean Miller

The river tour was worth every penny. The tour guide was super knowledgeable and made the tour so much fun with his sense of humor. I highly recommended it if you are visiting Chicago.

Todd Galloway

Really great tour . There are several right in this area, this one is solid. I can't speak to others but my parents have done Shoreline and one other and preferred Shoreline.

Mabel So

The architecture tour from shoreline sightseeing was wonderful. The boat tour guide is knowledgeable . We went on a sunny day and sitting under the shade makes a huge difference!

G

The tour is interesting and informative especially if you're visiting for the first time.. Ben our tour guide was amazing and funny..

Edward Forte

A must in Chicago. Funny guide and relaxing place with on board bar

Ryan Scherff

The architectural tour is amazing! I'd suggest requesting VICTOR our tour guide. He's very knowledgeable & makes you want the tour to never end.

James Gooch

The architectural river tour was excellent. A must when visiting Chicago.

Al Shaima Al Madani

Take the architecture tour and don't be fooled by the photos that was taken by them before the trip

Shanté Breveard

The Architecture Boat tour was really nice. Victor is a great tour guide: witty and knowledgeable .

Ricky Bas

It's a great way to see Chicago and learn about it. Dress very warm if cold!

Phillie Shoop

Kevin , the tour guide, is incredibly knowledgeable and a good sport about the rain. Great tour despite the awful weather.

Paula Freire

It's a nice way to see Chicago's Skyline from the river .

Marwan Mz

Very well organized , clean and price wise are within the average

Lisa N

Carrie was a great tour guide for the architecture river cruise ! A must for a sunny day in Chicago!

Iron Man

Iron Man says Kevin is an awesome tour guide! He will make you laugh and you'll learn so much during your trip. Enjoy!

Andrea C

The architecture cruise is relaxing and very pretty. Don't forget sunscreen or you will burn!

Lindsay Bigs

do the architecture river tour .! a great way to see the city .

MRBJ

See Silvia on the lower level for a spicy Bloody Mary - nice addition to the morning cruise !

Michalene

While on the top deck, don't set your drink on the ledge. It may fall onto a man on the bottom deck.

Stacy Masterson

Fun way to spend an hour and relax. Heather was a great tour guide!

Stacey Kratz

Tommy the bartender with the gorgeous blue eyes is cute , clever, and a master drink mixer.

Terri Paradowski

Kevin is an amazing docent! the trip is fantastic and the harmonica song is the best!

Maddie H

Kip was a great guide! Informational and hilarious but not too corny. Kept my attention the whole hour :)

Jeremy Redenius

Hopefully you get Zach as the bartender ! Makes the drinks worth your while!!

Amber Nelson

We had an amazing guide who had a wealth of knowledge

Justeen Keller

What a fun ride to where you need to go. Cost us 4 bucks per person, better than taking a cab :)

Lindsey Boe

fantastic architecture woman tour guide!

Nannette Dicicco

Very informative and great to take at night... Beautiful city lights!!!

C R

Ladies tie your hair! Super windy (: $40 for a ride

Jeremy Redenius

JJ is the best tour guide they have. Hopefully you get him!

Mike Ro

Get here early to grab your seat of choice before the boat fills.

akshaya murali

Do not miss this tour in Chi-town!

Scott Winterroth

Shoreline tour docks on the pier while the river tour is on the South slip.

Daniel Barnes

the guide/narrator was very funny and made for a fun trip.

Sheryl Trick

Awesome cruise and the view of the fireworks was great! Read more

Dianamargo

Jeff is a great tour guide!

Sara Savoy

Bring the dogs.

James White

Kevin is the best tour guide

Ben Gasparini

Fun boat ride , nothing too crazy.

jeffrey Pasternack

The boat has no shade. Be sure to bring sunscreen .

Rudy

Off to south of navy pier go to pier and you've gone too far. Exciting and scenic

Kyle Staggers

Do this during the evening, and bring a girl.

Tammy Ho

Boat..sight of the city .. Beautiful fireworks ... Amazinggg

Christine S.

Free for military ! $17 value!!

Greg Bobak

There's a bar in the lower deck!

John Smiley

Tours leave every 45 minutes in the summer.

Vlada Ilic

With Dannie D Fluffy :)))

Ron Madsen

At the Ogden slip. Not directly on navy pier !

Jennifer H

Avoid Jeff as a guide... Veryyyyy annoying!!!!

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We had a fun time with Shoreline tours. Our guide was JJ and he was full of fun facts. Definitely recommendable. - Cass Grimm