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Premier Plus Architectural Lunch Cruise on the Chicago River

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Fine dining and unrivaled skyline views await from the moment you step aboard our Premier Plus Chicago Lunch Cruise. A selection of delectable plated lunch specials and craft cocktails will delight your palate while captivating panoramas of Chicago’s iconic

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About this Experience

  • Duration 2 hours
  • Plated Lunch View Dining Menu
  • Alcoholic beverages available for purchase
  • Scenic Chicago River views
  • Dress code: cocktail attireCollared shirts, blouses, sports coats, slacks, and dresses

Extras & Upgrades

  • Creative cocktails, wine, and beer are available for purchase from our fully stocked bar
  • Window table reservations for the best views
  • Additional upgrades to customize your experience are available at checkout

Additional Info

  • Freshly prepared entrees, salads and desserts 
  • Unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water 
  • Guaranteed table for your party size 
  • Spectacular views of Chicago’s architecture from the water
  • Narrated tour with ambient music between landmarks
  • Climate-controlled interior deck
  • Infants under three cruise free
  • We do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions
  • 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.

Schedule

Board: 30 minutes before cruise time
Cruise: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Please see the cruise calendar on this page and your email confirmation for the most accurate times for your cruise.

Where to Meet

River Esplanade
455 N Cityfront Plaza Drive
Chicago, IL

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FAQ's

Where to do an architectural lunch in Chicago?

The best place to have an architectural lunch in Chicago is with us City Cruises on the Odyssey Chicago River.

How long is the City Cruises Chicago architecture lunch cruise?

Our City Cruises Chicago Architecture Lunch Cruise lasts for two hours. Boarding starts at 12pm and the Cruise is from 12:30pm-2:30pm.

What famous buildings can you see on an architectural lunch cruise?

Our architectural lunch cruises take you through our most famous buildings in Chicago, from DuSable bridge, Merchandise Mart, Willis Tower, and the Old Chicago Post Office.

What is included in the cruise?

This Architecture Lunch Cruise on Chicago River includes a narrated tour with background music between monuments, stunning views of Chicago’s architecture from the lake year-round, and the option to purchase creative cocktails, wine, and beer from our fully stocked bar.