Architecture Tour

TripAdvisor users rank the Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady as the city's #1 boat tour.

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Private Events

There’s one sure recipe to make your business or social event even more memorable – just add water and Chicago’s First Lady!

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Our Fleet

Recalling the handsome elegance of 20th century luxury yachts, our vessels are sure to make an impression. Choose from seven perfectly sized ships for your private event.

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Weddings

Your wedding is the start of your lifelong journey together, so begin that journey in a truly memorable way - a wedding cruise down the Chicago River.

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Evening River Cruise

Experience our renowned daytime CAFC River Cruise in the glow of the setting sun. Take in the city’s magnificent architecture bathed in golden light as it begins its transition from day to night.

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“The very best city tour I have been on in my life! We were in America for a month and this was our best morning.”
- JurassicBill TripAdvisor, Dorset UK