Historical and Architectural Chicago Fireboat River & Lake Cruise
Chicago, USAby Chicago Fireboat Tours
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 100 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Travel on a piece of history, learning Chicago fire history as well as Architecture! We travel on Lake Michigan and through the Chicago River seeing the sights. Perfect for Fire enthusiasts, families and everyone in between! Our flagship vessel is a retired Chicago fire boat, the Fred A Busse, Engine 41, which served Chicago from 1937 to 1981. Firefighter patches from around the world and memorabilia from Engine 41's time in service, adorn the walls inside the cabin.
What's included
- Bathrooms available onboard
- Cruise on a piece of Chicago history
- Expert narration of Chicago's history & architecture
- Light snacks available for purchase onboard
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase onboard
Itinerary
- 1
Chicago River
Pass by
Learn about the Chicago river and the history surrounding it.
Meeting and pickup
DuSable Harbor, Concrete pier Dock H behind the Columbia Yacht Club
End point
DuSable Harbor, Concrete pier Dock H behind the Columbia Yacht Club
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travelers below 21 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
- Harbor Parking at 111 N. Lakeshore Drive. Access to parking in same intersection as harbor.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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