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Family fun for all ages!

And affordable too!

Departing daily
May 9 - October 1, 2008
from Riverside Gardens
Michigan Ave. and Wacker Dr.

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Just 3 blocks North of Millennium Park

You will see a collection of
unique architecture along Chicago's River and lake

Urban Adventure Cruise

90 Minutes - River and Lake Cruise

A guided tour through Chicago's downtown river and harbor front. Enjoy lively commentary on 17 bridges, 82 buildings and landmarks. Experience the famous Chicago River locking system as you enter Lake Michigan. See skyscrapers on the lakefront and famous architecture on the river. Don’t miss Chicago’s most complete river and lakefront cruise. No reservations necessary.Tickets on sale at our Riverside Gardens ticket office one hour before each cruise . Office hours daily 9am-7:30pm. Groups of 20 or more call us at 312-332-1368

Tour Departs Daily at 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 4:00, 5:30, 7:30, plus 8:30pm on Wednesdays for a lakefront fireworks cruise. Check with us at 312.332.1353 for exact spring and fall departure times.
Adults- $22 / Kids under 12 - $10 / Kids under 3 ride free

City Lights Extravaganza - Departing June 13 - August 31

2 Hour - River and Lake Cruise

See Chicago as the sun sets against the magnificent skyline and the thousands of twinkling lights appear. This is the only river and lakefront cruise where passengers can view the Buckingham Fountain light display.

Departs Every Weekend In Summer Season (Memorial Day - Labor Day) Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 7:30pm, Plus 9:00pm Saturdays for a 2-hour lakefront fireworks
Adults- $24 / Kids under 12- $13 / Kids under 3 ride free

Canine Cruise - Departing July 13 - September 28

90 minute - River and Lake Cruise
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Dogs on boats? YES, bring your pooch on a leash and enjoy a river and lakefront cruise featuring dog parks, fire hydrants and dog-friendly establishments. Newspaper-lined restroom and water bowls on board. There is plenty of outside seating available to feel the summer breeze in your face and fur. No reservations necessary. Tickets on sale from our Riverside Gardens ticket office every Sunday at 8:30am. Groups of 20 or more please call us at 312-332-1368. Canine cruise is on Sundays only at 10am starting July 13th and ending September 28th

Sundays from July 13th - September 28th
Adults - $22 / Kids under 12 - $10 / Dogs - $7 / Kids under 3 ride free


Located at Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive
312.332.1366 + 312.332.1368
© 2008 Mercury Skyline Cruiseline.