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Chicago Boat Tours
Chicago is a city that is alive and well with architectural design, history, cultural and most of fun. Whether you plan on visiting Chicago one day or already live there, a Chicago boat tour is a great way to get acquainted or reacquainted with the city. Chicago is home to over 15 different boat tour companies and all will deliver a relaxing time around the city. Many Chicago boat tour companies will offer an architectural or historical tour, while some may offer a dinner or skyline tour.
If you are interested in architecture, then be sure to take a tour with Chicago's First Lady. This Chicago boat tour company is the official river boat tour of the Chicago Architecture Foundation. The tour guides are CAF-Certified Docents/Guides. These guides will show and describe to you the architecture design features of fifty different buildings in Chicago. Tickets are at a very affordable price for the weekends and holidays; and then they are even cheaper from Monday-Fridays. There are some very good Chicago boat tours that have been in business for generations. There are family owned companies that pride themselves on being the most comprehensive Chicago boat tour companies. They offer architectural tours, as well as, other sightseeing adventures. Tickets for these tours can be purchased online by visiting their website.
If it is history that you crave then there are other Chicago boat tours to have a look at. These historical Chicago boat tours will take you along the Chicago lakefront and help you discover the history of the city. Guests can enjoy complimentary coffee, lemonade, muffins, and cookies. Prices start at around $18 for children 7-18, around $30 for seniors, and then around $32 for adults.
Some Chicago boat tour companies will offer a dining tour of the city. Many of these tours will serve a grand buffet and feature entertainment such as band. You will be able to find lunch, cocktail, dinner and moonlight tours from the company. These Chicago boat tour companies also offers special tours on Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and on other special occasions. The menu on these boats features fantastic choices and can be viewed online. Many Chicago boat tours offer their services for private parties or weddings. The cost of these services will depend on the number guests, the company and the length of the party.
A Chicago boat tour is an excellent way to see the city and learn about it as well. It offers a view of the city that can not been seen from any other sightseeing company.
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