Chicago: River and Lake Michigan History Boat Tour
ID: GYG1265976-1937317
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
01:15 hours
Description
Explore Chicago's history on a boat tour along the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. Learn about the city's rise from a frontier town to a metropolis and hear stories of legendary events.
Experience Chicago from the water on a captivating history tour along the iconic Chicago River and Lake Michigan. As you glide through the heart of the city and the Chicago Harbor Lock, expert guides bring the past to life with stories of Chicago’s rise from a frontier town to a world-class metropolis.
Discover legendary events like the Great Chicago Fire, marvel at historic landmarks, and gain a deeper appreciation for the maritime history that shaped the city you see today.
Travel through the Chicago Harbor Lock and learn about the engineering marvels that reversed the flow of the Chicago River. Learn about how the Chicago Harbor Lock connects the Great Lakes to the Mississippi watershed.
Highlights
- Discover Chicago's history on a boat tour along the Chicago River
- Learn about the city's rise from a frontier town to a metropolis
- Hear stories of the Great Chicago Fire and other legendary events
- Marvel at historic landmarks and gain a deeper appreciation for the city
- Travel through the Chicago Harbor Lock and learn about its engineering
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves traveling through the Chicago Harbor Lock
Learn about the connection between the Chicago River and Lake Michigan
INCLUDED
- History tour along the Chicago River and Lake Michigan
- Expert guides with stories of Chicago's history
- Travel through the Chicago Harbor Lock
- Learn about the engineering marvels of the Chicago River
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and Beverage not included. Full bar and light snacks available for purchase
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
