Shoreline Sightseeing and Charters

Shoreline Sightseeing showcases Chicago's architectural heritage in this exciting boat cruise. Our guided Architecture Cruise departs from Navy Pier and travels for one-hour on the historic Chicago River. See more than 40 of the world's most celebrated buildings from a unique perspective on our most popular boat tour!  
A Chicago favorite since 1939, our half-hour Skyline Boat Tours on Lake Michigan showcase Chicago's world-renowned skyline and landmarks. These boat rides depart from our convenient Navy Pier docks.  
Discover the fast, fun way to visit Chicago's top touring destinations! Shoreline Water Taxis stop at docks on the Chicago River at Navy Pier, at Michigan Avenue, and at 200 S. Wacker Drive for the Sears Tower and Union Station. Shoreline Water Taxis also connect Navy Pier with the Museum Campus at the Shedd Aquarium and steps from the Field Museum. Our fast connections and frequent departures help you make the most of your visit to Chicago.
Shoreline offers special cruises for all Chicago fireworks displays and events such as the Oktoberfest. Plus we now offer unique theme cruises through the year.  
Private charters are our specialty! Whether you are planning a casual get-together or an elegant dinner with music and dancing, Shoreline can handle every detail so you can relax and enjoy your private event. Choose from four vessels for groups from 50–250.

Five of Chicago’s top attractions have united to bring Chicagoans the Summer ValuePass – more than 30 percent savings on Chicago experiences by air, land and sea! Perfect for the local Chicagoan planning multiple trips downtown this summer, the ValuePass provides one-time admission to John Hancock Observatory and Adler Planetarium, a Skyline cruise on Shoreline Sightseeing, and a ticket to a show at Navy Pier IMAX, all for one price. The pass also includes a one-day Hop On Hop Off Chicago Trolley ticket plus discounts and offers from American Girl Place, Navy Pier, Hersheys, Legoland and more. You can do everything in one day, or use it all summer: each pass is valid from June 5, 2009 until October 1, 2009.