CRUISES
Chicago Lakefront Excursion
Let Captain David handle your special excursion to experience unbelievable views of the Chicago lakefront; fine dining available; a wide range of couples cruises; you can party on board or just relax; the captain will party with you; you can also take a fantasy cruise to Mackinaw
ADDRESS: 1559 South Lake Shore Drive MAP
PHONE: 773-643-4642
WEBSITE: http://www.clecharters.com
Mercury Chicago Skyline Cruiseline
DESCRIPTION: Urban Adventure Cruise departing daily from the Chicago River and cruising into Lake Michigan from May-October. Expert guides show you the entire city from the waterways. Families of all ages enjoy this city cruise-tour which features 100% life preservers on board with indoor and outdoor seating
ADDRESS: Michigan Ave at Wacker Drive MAP
PHONE: 312-332-1353
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Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise
DESCRIPTION: Experience the only Official Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady Cruises departing daily on Chicago's Magnificent Mile. These are 90-minute tours of Chicago's riverfront architecture with commentary provided by CAF-certified volunteer guides who provide insight into Chicago's built environment
ADDRESS: Michigan Ave at Wacker Drive MAP
PHONE: 847-358-1330 and toll-free 800-982-2787
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TOURS
Black CouTours
Offers daily tours at 9a, 12p, and 3p focusing on the Southside of Chicago; group rates available; reservations required
PHONE: 773-233-8907
Chicago Motor Coach
Double-decker buses around the Loop, small fee
PHONE: 312-666-1000
Untouchable Tours
Got a taste for the old gangster digs? This is your tour
PHONE: 312-881-1195
CTA Tours
For tours of the Northside, Westside and Southside of Chicago on a budget, catch one of several CTA buses in front of the Art Institute on South Michigan Ave. On Saturdays from May through September, tours are given aboard CTA trains as they circle the Loop on the L train. Chicago Architecture Foundation tour guides point out buildings of historic architectural interest, the 'L' and its role in the development of the Central Business District. Free tickets for the tours must be picked up in advance from the Chicago Office of Tourism Visitor Information Center on the first floor of the Chicago Cultural Center, at 77 East Randolph Street.
ADDRESS: board at Millennium Park Station MAP
Chicago By Air
Small planes that takeoff from Miegs Field downtown provide narrated aerial views of the city for 30 minutes; call for pricing and information
PHONE: 708-524-1172



