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Featured Events
Shoreline Sightseeing, an official sponsor of the Taste of Chicago, will run Skyline Boat Tours daily from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm during the festival. Tours depart from our Buckingham Fountain dock directly across Lake Shore Drive from the Grant Park Taste site. A Skyline Tour is the perfect mid-day “Taste Break” or an great way to wrap up a day or evening of sampling the city’s culinary treats!Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with Shoreline
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Get in the holiday spirit with Fireworks Cruises on both Saturday, August 30th and Sunday, August 31st. These will be the final fireworks display of Navy Pier’s summer season and they should be spectacular!
Going to see Cirque Shanghai this summer?
Consider the Navy Pier All Day Fun Package, which includes a voucher for a Shoreline Skyline Boat Tour as well as other fun activities. Complete information is available through Navy Pier.
New for 2008!
Exciting things happen when it gets dark this summer.
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Shoreline’s new 75-minute combination Architecture / Fireworks Cruise leave from Ogden Slip at Navy Pier Saturdays through August 30 at 9:15 pm and Wednesdays from June 18 to August 27, at 8:30 pm. Tours feature an Architecture Cruise plus fireworks viewing aboard our boat in Ogden Slip at the mouth of the Chicago River. A cash bar is available on board.
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During our main summer season, we offer a Sunset Cruise every evening. Times vary by day, so check the time when you buy tickets and be sure to board 15 minutes before departure.
Improve your Commute on the Shoreline Water Taxi
Our colorful Water Taxis commuter service runs through October between Sears Tower/Union Station and the Michigan Avenue Bridge Monday through Friday from 7:00–9:30 am and 4:00–6:30 pm. Get complete details.
Watch our website for updated information, join our First Mate Club to stay informed, or contact us with questions.
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Architecture Cruise
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"This is a must if you are a local Chicago resident or an out-of-towner/newbie."
"Overall, I recommend this to Chicago visitors. In one hour, you'll get a proper introduction to this gorgeous city."
—Shoreline Architecture Cruise Reviews on Yelp
"Best Architectural Tour In Town—This was the best Architectural Tour we have ever taken. The tour guides are amazing and animated."
—Citysearch review
Listen to our experienced guides as you cruise the Chicago River. Shoreline
lets you choose up to 12 cruise-times each day. Our custom-fitted vessels
offer fabulous views of Chicago's historic buildings and world-class new architecture.
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ARCHITECTURE CRUISES
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Shoreline Sightseeing showcases Chicago's architectural heritage in this exciting boat cruise. Our guided Architecture Cruise departs from Navy Pier and travels for one-hour on the historic Chicago River. See more than 40 of the world's most celebrated buildings from a unique perspective on our most popular boat tour!
SKYLINE BOAT TOURS
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A Chicago favorite since 1939, our half-hour Skyline Boat Tours on Lake Michigan showcase Chicago's world-renowned skyline and landmarks. These boat rides depart from our convenient Navy Pier docks.
WATER TAXIS
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Discover the fast, fun way to visit Chicago's top touring destinations! Shoreline Water Taxis stop at docks on the Chicago River at Navy Pier, at Michigan Avenue, and at 200 S. Wacker Drive for the Sears Tower and Union Station. Shoreline Water Taxis also connect Navy Pier with the Museum Campus at the Shedd Aquarium and steps from the Field Museum. Our fast connections and frequent departures help you make the most of your visit to Chicago.
SPECIAL EVENTS
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Shoreline offers special cruises for all Chicago fireworks displays and events such as the Oktoberfest. Plus we now offer a full calendar of unique theme cruises, from gourmet meals to cocktail cruises.
CHARTERS AND EVENTS
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Private charters are our specialty! Whether you are planning a casual get-together or an elegant dinner with music and dancing, Shoreline can handle every detail so you can relax and enjoy your private event. Choose from four vessels for groups from 50–250.
CHICAGO GROUP TOUR SERVICES
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Choose from a variety of packages that include some of Chicago's top tourist destinations such as the Sears Tower and Navy Pier. Or work with our professional Tour Planner on a custom package. Available options include land tours, dining, shopping, cultural attractions and transportation. Provide us with your date, timing, special interests and budget and we'll do the rest. (Custom tours are available for groups of 30 or more.)