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First Lady

4.8 (3,085 Google reviews) 112 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

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At Chicago’s First Lady, we are offering evening river cruise in Chicago. Serene and bathed in a softer light, the city’s architecture takes on a whole new life in the setting sun. Wind-down from the work-week by enjoying a cocktail with friends and family and experience Chicago’s skyline on our luxury boats. To explore our services, contact us, or visit us online.

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4.8

Based on 3,085 Google reviews

5 stars84%

4 stars11%

3 stars2%

2 stars0%

1 stars1%

Casandra VelderrainFebruary 28, 2025

Delicious food!

Adrian MunozFebruary 6, 2025

DONT GO IN A SUNNY DAY! The boat ride is smooth and calm, the person that give you the city history is clearly and expert. Amazing experience

Paula GoldbergFebruary 2, 2025

Iconic Chicago experience. The evening boat tour at sunset time was an experience to remember. After spending a few days in the city, it was nice seeing it from a different perspective and learning about the landscape. You can choose to sit upstairs (outdoors), or downstairs (indoors) which was heated. We took the tour in mid November, and by the end of it, we were quite cold and had to go downstairs. Highly recommended. Just wear warm clothes.

Owner reply: Thank you so much for your review, Paula! We are so glad you enjoyed your cruise!

JDecember 24, 2024

Excellent tour! Best guides ever. I absolutely love this fun fact-filled tour and have been on it a few times. Great views of the city no matter where you sit. In the middle of the tour, they stop at a great spot so you can take a picture of the Chicago skyline. Breathtaking architecture and history. Makes me proud to be from around here. Definitely a go-to if you're in Chicago. You will NOT regret it. Seeing the city by boat versus walking has a completely different feel. Every time I'm downtown and see a building, my mind just recalls the amazing story or fact from the tour. You really appreciate the architectural planning that went into the buildings after experiencing this tour. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Opening hours

Sunday	9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Monday	9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Are you open today

Chicago’s First Lady is done cruising for 2020, but will resume cruising in spring of 2021!

Is the cruise wheel chair accessible

Yes they are very much

Can you buy tickets directly through the company ahead of time on the phone or online? The link on the website sends you to ticketmaster, but there is a ridiculous fee.

Tickets can be bought in person, with no processing fees!

I'm a charter bus driver my group is going to this is there anywhere nearby to park a charter bus

Hi Larry. You can park your charter bus near the service entrance on Lower Lower Wacker drive. Use this link for directions https://www.cruisechicago.com/assets/uploads/medium/Accessible-Drop-off-Area_6-21.pdf

How many hours is a First Lady cruise.

90 minutes. Make sure to do the ride and be on time. No refund after purchase.

Is the lower deck air conditioned?

Yes! All of our vessels feature an indoor, climate-controlled salon.

do you serve food in the boat

There was no food, apart from a few snacks at the bar when we went.

I already purchased the tickets. What if it rains on that day?

We cruise rain or shine! Our vessels include an indoor, climate-controlled salon. We also sell ponchos on board. In the event that a cruise is cancelled due to weather, you will be contacted.

Where I parking for Chicago first lady cruise?

Hi Sue. There is public parking nearby at the Illinois Center, 111 E. Wacker. You can view details about parking and our location at this web address cruisechicago.com/location

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112 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

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