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Chicago River Tours 10% Promo Code (November 2026)

Chicago, USA
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Use promo code: ATTRACTION (must book on this website) and save 10% on Chicago River Tours. Pick your tour below and use code ATTRACTION (savings are shown at checkout). The ATTRACTION Promo Code discount cannot be used with other promotions, is only redeemable on Cool Shore Excursions, and is a limited-time offer, so reserve your spot today while it lasts!

If you are looking for things to do in Chicago we have 28 Tours and Activities to Experience Chicago River. Check out our verified traveler reviews and photos of Chicago River tours and other things to do in Chicago, and book securely when you find the perfect one. Learn the best ways to see famous Chicago River and explore the most popular things to do in Chicago.

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Chicago Lake and River Architecture Tour

An authentic Chicago tradition since 1935, this is the tour that started it all. This unique excursion tells the story of more than 200 years …More

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An authentic Chicago tradition since 1935, this is the tour that started it all. This unique excursion tells the story of more than 200 years...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (2,424)
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$45
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour

Escape into Chicago's underworld on a crime and mob tour with stops on-and-off the luxury, climate-controlled bus. Explore historic crime scenes with great photo opportunities. …More

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Escape into Chicago's underworld on a crime and mob tour with stops on-and-off the luxury, climate-controlled bus. Explore historic crime scenes with great photo opportunities....

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (3,560)
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$49
Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile

Experience Chicago's legendary architecture and the exceptional architects who created this ever-changing legacy for all to admire. This family-friendly introduction to the Windy City's rich …More

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Experience Chicago's legendary architecture and the exceptional architects who created this ever-changing legacy for all to admire. This family-friendly introduction to the Windy City's rich...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (3,582)
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$28
Chicago Architecture River Cruise

Experience the stunning beauty of Chicago on a captivating cruise along the historic Chicago River. This architectural tour takes you down the main branch of …More

Experience the stunning beauty of Chicago on a captivating cruise along the historic Chicago River. This architectural tour takes you down the main branch of...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (16,664)
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$39
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady

The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady has long been the gold standard among all Chicago tour experiences, and is the only …More

The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady has long been the gold standard among all Chicago tour experiences, and is the only...

1 hour 30 minutes
5.0 (7,601)
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$57
Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise in Chicago

The Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise departs near the DuSable (Michigan Avenue) Bridge on Wendella's world class tour boats. The Cruise will navigate from the Chicago …More

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The Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise departs near the DuSable (Michigan Avenue) Bridge on Wendella's world class tour boats. The Cruise will navigate from the Chicago...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,606)
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$45
Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

Discover Chicago at your own pace with Big Bus. Travel aboard an open-top, double-decker bus and enjoy panoramic views of the city's most famous landmarks, …More

Discover Chicago at your own pace with Big Bus. Travel aboard an open-top, double-decker bus and enjoy panoramic views of the city's most famous landmarks,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.1 (2,188)
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$49
Chicago City Tour with Architecture River Cruise Option

Uncover the Windy City on Chicago’s premier guided minibus tour! Discover 20+ top landmarks with photo stops at Cloud Gate "The Bean", Museum Campus, & …More

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Uncover the Windy City on Chicago’s premier guided minibus tour! Discover 20+ top landmarks with photo stops at Cloud Gate "The Bean", Museum Campus, &...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (727)
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$50
Chicago City Minibus Tour

Uncover the Windy City on Chicago’s premier guided minibus tour! Discover 20+ top landmarks with curated photo stops at Cloud Gate ("The Bean"), Museum Campus, …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Uncover the Windy City on Chicago’s premier guided minibus tour! Discover 20+ top landmarks with curated photo stops at Cloud Gate ("The Bean"), Museum Campus,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (687)
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$50
Chicago Night Crimes Tour by Bus

Join us for a fun night of exploring Chicago's crime history on this 2-2.5-hour bus tour that includes: * World famous crime scenes like the …More

Join us for a fun night of exploring Chicago's crime history on this 2-2.5-hour bus tour that includes: * World famous crime scenes like the...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (517)
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$55
Chicago in a Day Walking Tour: Food, History & Architecture

Immerse yourself in Chicago's rich history and vibrant culinary scene on this captivating walking tour. Discover the city's iconic architecture and Prohibition-era charm while indulging …More

Immerse yourself in Chicago's rich history and vibrant culinary scene on this captivating walking tour. Discover the city's iconic architecture and Prohibition-era charm while indulging...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,440)
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$101
Historical and Architectural Chicago Fireboat River & Lake Cruise

Travel on a piece of history, learning Chicago fire history as well as Architecture! We travel on Lake Michigan and through the Chicago River seeing …More

Travel on a piece of history, learning Chicago fire history as well as Architecture! We travel on Lake Michigan and through the Chicago River seeing...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (490)
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$39
Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise

Glide along the Chicago River and Lakefront as you're dazzled by the sparkle of the city at night! Enjoy breathtaking views of the dramatic skyscrapers …More

Glide along the Chicago River and Lakefront as you're dazzled by the sparkle of the city at night! Enjoy breathtaking views of the dramatic skyscrapers...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (444)
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$50
Haunted Chicago: Crime, Ghosts, and Capone Walking Tour

Walk in the footsteps of Al Capone, John Dillinger, and real life ghost stories while hearing tales of Chicago's haunted past. Visit Prohibition Era speakeasy …More

Walk in the footsteps of Al Capone, John Dillinger, and real life ghost stories while hearing tales of Chicago's haunted past. Visit Prohibition Era speakeasy...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (489)
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$35
Chicago Seadog River & Lake Architectural Tour

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 …More

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...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (301)
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$42
Chicago River Tiki Bar Party Cruise from Chicago River Wednesdays

See Chicago the Island Party Way. Our floating Tiki Bar offers you the opportunity to take in all the sights and sounds as you relax …More

See Chicago the Island Party Way. Our floating Tiki Bar offers you the opportunity to take in all the sights and sounds as you relax...

1 hour 15 minutes
4.4 (112)
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$43
Chicago Crime, Mobsters & Ghosts Walking Tour

Join us along the historic streets and alleys of Chicago as we walk among the spirits of mobsters and ghosts of the condemned. This tour …More

Join us along the historic streets and alleys of Chicago as we walk among the spirits of mobsters and ghosts of the condemned. This tour...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (465)
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$34
Luxury Minibus Chicago City Tour with Architecture Cruise Upgrade

Experience the ultimate Windy City adventure on Chicago’s luxury guided minibus tour! Explore 20+ top landmarks with curated photo stops at Cloud Gate "The Bean", …More

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Experience the ultimate Windy City adventure on Chicago’s luxury guided minibus tour! Explore 20+ top landmarks with curated photo stops at Cloud Gate "The Bean",...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (20)
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$65
The Bear Private Pedicab Food Tour of Chicago

If you want culture, history, food, cinema and film and a heavy dose of all things Chicago this is your tour! Get ready to EAT. …More

If you want culture, history, food, cinema and film and a heavy dose of all things Chicago this is your tour! Get ready to EAT....

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$130
Chicago River Spectacular Fireworks Show and Tiki Bar Cruise

Fireworks Cruise Aboard Island Time – See the Sparks Fly the Island Party Way! Experience Chicago’s dazzling fireworks like never before—from the deck of our …More

Fireworks Cruise Aboard Island Time – See the Sparks Fly the Island Party Way! Experience Chicago’s dazzling fireworks like never before—from the deck of our...

1 hour 30 minutes
4.5 (35)
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$54

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