We look forward to sailing with you in March 2024!

The safety of our Passengers and Crew has always been our number one priority of Chicago Line Cruises.

Therefore, in light of the increased number of Covid cases in Chicago and throughout Illinois, we will be ending our 2020 Sailing Season effective immediately.

We sincerely thank all of our customers and business partners who have supported us during these challenging times.

We’re excited for the 2021 Season and hope to see you onboard very soon!

 

Best,

 

Terry Johnson

Owner – Chicago Line Cruises

OUR 2024 SEASON OPENS ON ST. PATRICK’S DAY WEEKEND!

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For private charter inquiries, please email info@chicagoline.com.
OUR 2024 SEASON OPENS ON ST. PATRICK’S DAY WEEKEND!

CHECK OUR SAILING SCHEDULE

For private charter inquiries, please email info@chicagoline.com.

St. Patrick's Day River Cruise

Duration: 90 MINUTES

ST. PATRICK'S DAY RIVER CRUISE

Duration: 90 MINUTES

SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 2024 Kick off the season and celebrate St. Patrick’s day with us! Come experience the luck o' the Irish on the infamous green Chicago River aboard our flagship Ft. Dearborn.

Tickets: $110     Times: 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm

Eco Cruise Chicago

Duration: 90 MINUTES

Eco Cruise Chicago

Duration: 90 MINUTES

TUESDAY OCTOBER 8, 2019 We are excited to announce that we will be partnering with 2019 Chicago Architecture Biennial, The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and NEXT.cc to present Eco Cruise Chicago!

Adults: $44    Seniors: $41    Youths: $22    Children 6 and under: Free

Architectural Cruise

Duration: 90 MINUTES

ARCHITECTURAL CRUISE

Duration: 90 MINUTES

Think of the Venetian canals, a Shinto temple, the medieval Cathedral in Chartres, or the unmistakable skyline of Chicago. Each year thousands of architecture lovers travel to the City of Chicago, the birthplace of the skyscraper… and thousands book passage aboard our enthralling river tour, widely considered the best 90-minutes spent in Chicago.

Adults: $50    Seniors: $48    Youths: $30    Children 6 and under: Free

Think of the Venetian canals, a Shinto temple, the medieval Cathedral in Chartres, or the unmistakable skyline of Chicago. Each year thousands of architecture lovers travel to the City of Chicago, the birthplace of the skyscraper… and thousands book passage aboard our enthralling river tour, widely considered the best 90-minutes spent in Chicago.

Adults: $50    Seniors: $48    Youths: $30    Children 6 and under: Free


The Mild West Concert Cruise

Duration: 90 MINUTES

THE MILD WEST CONCERT CRUISE

Duration: 90 MINUTES

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023 Set sail with pop/rock outfit The Mild West for a night of rock n’ roll down the Chicago River! Chicago Line Cruises is turning their 65-foot, two-deck Ft. Dearborn into an outdoor music venue that cruises the Chicago River to highlight local talent and bring you all the live music you missed last summer!

Adults: $40    Seniors: $40    Youths: $40    Children 6 and under: Free


Cocktail Cruise

Duration: 90 MINUTES

COCKTAIL CRUISES

Duration: 90 MINUTES

Sip your favorite cocktail as the towering sunlit majesty of Chicago's skyscrapers gives way to the breathtaking, burnished hues of early evening. Many people say it's the most beautiful time of day for a cruise. Your Docent will describe Chicago’s famous towering structures in a fully narrated architectural cruise as they are majestically lit by the hues of early evening.

Adults: $48    Seniors: $46    Youths: $28    Children 6 and under: Free


Architectural Cruise with Fireworks

Duration: 2 HOURS

ARCHITECTURAL CRUISE WITH FIREWORKS

Duration: 2 HOURS

In 1893, Mayor of Chicago, Patrick Eugene Prendergast, issued a proclamation approving the use of fireworks to celebrate the World's Columbian Exposition and to celebrate the nation's 117th Independence Day. Enjoy your favorite drink while gazing Chicago’s magnificent architecture and finish your cruise with a fabulous light show at Navy Pier!

Adults: $48    Seniors: $46    Youths: $26    Children 6 and under: Free


Historical Cruise

Duration: 90 MINUTES

HISTORICAL CRUISE

Duration: 90 MINUTES

Sail with us and learn how the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 jumped a river and cleared the way for visionaries of plate glass and structural steel such as Jenney, Root, Burnham and Sullivan (Wright's mentor). In less than a decade, the Chicago School of ingenious grillage foundations and steel-frame construction techniques lifted all architecture heavenward.

Adults: $50    Seniors: $48    Youths: $30    Children 6 and under: Free

Sail with us and learn how the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 jumped a river and cleared the way for visionaries of plate glass and structural steel such as Jenney, Root, Burnham and Sullivan (Wright's mentor). In less than a decade, the Chicago School of ingenious grillage foundations and steel-frame construction techniques lifted all architecture heavenward.

Adults: $50    Seniors: $48    Youths: $30    Children 6 and under: Free


Live Jazz Cruise

Duration: 90 MINUTES

LIVE JAZZ CRUISE

Duration: 90 MINUTES

Be immersed in iconic Chicago Jazz while cruising the historic Chicago River! Live Music by internationally known jazz guitarist, Geordie Kelly & his band. The Chicago style of Jazz came out of both the Mississippi Delta and New Orleans “Dixieland” with pioneer musicians like Louis Armstrong & King Oliver creating its unique sound.

Adults: $50    Seniors: $50    Youths: $50    Children 6 and under: Free

Be immersed in iconic Chicago Jazz while cruising the historic Chicago River! Live Music by internationally known jazz guitarist, Geordie Kelly & his band. The Chicago style of Jazz came out of both the Mississippi Delta and New Orleans “Dixieland” with pioneer musicians like Louis Armstrong & King Oliver creating its unique sound.

Adults: $50    Seniors: $50    Youths: $50    Children 6 and under: Free

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MERCHANDISE

Never forget your onboard experience on your Chicago Line cruise. Be sure to purchase one of our stylish souvenirs today!

COMPLIMENTARY

Starbucks Coffee, Twinings Tea, Coca-Cola soft drinks and lemonade are all complimentary.

BEER, WINE & COCKTAILS

Beer, wine and cocktails are available for purchase at any time.

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PRIVATE EVENTS

For parties up to 170, we have fully-outfitted boats and onboard amenities to help you create a private event they’ll talk about for years to come.

GROUPS

Group discount rates are available for parties of 20 or more aboard any of our river cruises.

GIFT TICKETS

To give a special someone, friend or client the best tour in Chicago, simply ask at our ticket office or contact us.

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HISTORY MUSEUM
Chicago’s oldest museum presents our newest river cruise — “Chicago Along the River.” Our docent shares Chicago’s story, including its 6-year transformation from a city without a recognizable landmark to the center of world architecture.

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ENGAGING DOCENTS
As you sail down the Chicago River our certified professional docent interprets more than 50 “cloud busters”, the story behind each skyscraper, and the historical events that gave birth to the world’s center of modern architecture.

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