City Cruises Chicago: Premier Plus Brunch Cruise on Chicago River

City Cruises Chicago: Premier Plus Brunch Cruise on Chicago River

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About This Experience in Chicago

Sail along the magnificent skyline on our Premier Plus Chicago Brunch Cruise. A chef-curated menu of plated brunch specials will delight your palate while unparalleled panoramas of the city’s iconic architecture are marveled at from our glass-enclosed vessel. Enjoy the awe-inspiring views of landmarks such as the Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the Old Chicago Post Office in the comfortable interior or from the open-air spaces. This upscale experience on the Chicago River is complete with bottomless mimosas and a fully stocked cash bar, light architectural narration, masterful DJ entertainment, and exceptional service. Elevate your weekend with an unforgettable afternoon brunch cruise against a backdrop of Chicago’s most spectacular scenery.

Why Visit Chicago?

Chicago is a world-class city known for its stunning architecture, deep-dish pizza, and vibrant arts scene. Explore Millennium Park, visit world-renowned museums, and experience the famous Magnificent Mile. Chicago offers incredible lakefront views and a rich cultural heritage.

Getting to Chicago

The easiest way to reach Chicago is by flying into O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Midway International Airport (MDW). From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

  • Narrated tour with ambient music between landmarks
  • Scenic Chicago River views
  • 3-course, chef-prepared plated menu
  • Unlimited mimosas (must be 21 or older with valid ID)
  • Climate-controlled interior deck

What's Not Included

  • Creative cocktails, wine, and beer from our well-stocked cash bar

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The lunch, brunch, and cocktail cruises journey on the main and south branches of the Chicago River. If the river is seeing high traffic, or in rare cases, severe weather, the cruise route may be modified.
  • We do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions.
  • Dress code: cocktail attire.
  • Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

The Tribune Tower

The address location is "NBC Tower" but our docking location is on the Chicago River. Once at NBC Tower there are stairs or an elevator service that will bring you to the Riverwalk. You will be able to see our glass boat. Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure.

End Point

The Willis Tower, originally and still commonly referred to as the Sears Tower,

The address location is "NBC Tower" but our docking location is on the Chicago River. Once at NBC Tower there are stairs or an elevator service that will bring you to the Riverwalk. You will be able to see our glass boat. Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

The Tribune Tower is a 463-foot-tall, 36-floor neo-Gothic...

The Tribune Tower is a 463-foot-tall, 36-floor neo-Gothic skyscraper located at 435 North Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States. The early 1920s international design competition for the tower became a historic event in 20th-century architecture

The Wrigley Building is a skyscraper located at...

The Wrigley Building is a skyscraper located at 400–410 North Michigan Avenue on Chicago's Near North Side. It is located on the Magnificent Mile directly across Michigan Avenue from the Tribune Tower

he Merchandise Mart is a commercial building in downtown Chicago, Illinois

he Merchandise Mart is a commercial building in downtown Chicago, Illinois. When it opened in 1930, it was the world's largest building, with 4 million square feet of floor space. The Art Deco structure is at the junction of the Chicago River's branches.

The Willis Tower, originally and still commonly referred...

The Willis Tower, originally and still commonly referred to as the Sears Tower, is a 110-story, 1,451-foot skyscraper in the Loop community area of Chicago in Illinois, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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