Tour Highlights
- Half-Hour Boat Ride—fits busy schedules
- Professional historical tour narration
- Choose between two Navy Pier dock locations for your cruise.
5% discount on our Architecture Cruises
and
Skyline Boat Tours and
No Convenience Fees
ever when you buy on our website!
By day or by night
Shoreline's Skyline Cruise fits early risers or those who enjoy a night on the town. Our passengers find Chicago is beautiful any hour of the day or night.
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During our main summer season, we offer a Sunset Cruise every evening. Enjoy a Chicago Sunset during your Skyline Boat Tour. Times vary by day, so check the time when you buy tickets and be sure to board 15 minutes before departure

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For a special treat, take a Fireworks Cruise Wednesday or Saturday evenings. Enjoy the Navy Pier Fireworks from a new vantage point as you cruise the harbor.
Our latest schedule changes
The Skyline Lake Tour has ceased operation for the 2009 season. See you in the Spring!
Last updated Sunday, November 29th, 2009 09:27amDid you know?
Our tour boats have covered lower decks with a concession stand for refreshments and fully-open top decks for unobstructed views.
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Our online ticket sales are FREE OF EXTRA FEES and offer a 5% discount for advance purchase on our Architecture Cruises and Skyline Boat Tours!
SKYLINE BOAT TOURS
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See all of Chicago's fabulous lakefront sights and attractions with a convenient half-hour Lake Michigan boat ride from either of our two Navy Pier docks.
Learn about Chicago's colorful history and famous landmarks as you enjoy the panorama of Chicago's famous lakefront! Our Chicago Skyline Boat Tours run from April 1 to mid-October. Please call 312-222-9328 or contact us if you have any questions. We want your Lake Michigan cruise from Navy Pier to be a wonderful experience!
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| Adult | $14-$17 | $13.30-$16.15
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| Senior | $13-$15 | $12.35-$14.25
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| Child | $6-$8 | $5.70-$7.60 |
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All prices include taxes except for an 9% City Amusement tax.
Prices vary by season and date. Click "Buy Tickets" and choose your desired cruise date to see web prices for that day (reflecting Shoreline's 5% online discount. Walk-up puchase prices may vary.
SCHEDULES:
NAVY PIER WEST-END DOCK
SCHEDULE:
(First Boat Dock on Navy Pier)
April
Frequent weekend departures
May
Frequent departures from 11:00 am weekends and 12:00 pm weekdays
June, July & August
Frequent departures daily from approximately 10:00 am
September
Frequent departures daily from 10:30 am to sunset
All rates and schedules are subject to change.
