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Wendella Sightseeing Boats

Family-run since 1935, classic river and lakefront cruises from the Michigan Avenue dock.

400 N Michigan Ave · Chicago, IL

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Price: $25–$50
When it runs: Seasonal, roughly Mar–Nov
Good for: Second and third visits
A night out for two
Groups with kids
Public transit nearby: Michigan AvenueFerry Chicago Water Taxi · 140 ft away
Grand-RedSubway 29, 36, 65, Red Line · 0.2 mi away
Millennium StationTrain Lakeshore, ME, Monon · 0.4 mi away
Stops and lines from the USDOT National Transit Map. Check times with the agency before you go.
Flying in: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 10 miles away.
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About Wendella Sightseeing Boats

Chicago's original tour-boat company has been showing off the city from the water since 1935, with architecture cruises on the river and skyline sails out on Lake Michigan. Departures right at the Michigan Avenue Bridge make it an easy add to any downtown day. Sunset lake cruises are a sneaky-great date night.

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