Posted 19 days ago
5 MINUTE READ -- As the air cools and leaves begin to change, First Lady invites locals and visitors to experience fall in Chicago from the water. Now through November, guests can enjoy crisp breezes, glowing sunsets, and stunning skyline views aboard a variety of sightseeing and specialty cruises.
SPOOKY SEASON SPECIALS
HOWL-O-WEEN CANINE CRUISE
Celebrate October with furry friends dressed in their best costumes. During the first two weekends of the month, enjoy pumpkin dog treats, a doggie costume contest, and plenty of photo-worthy moments as you and your pup soak up the season together. Guests can also enjoy a non-themed Canine Cruise on other weekends which welcome leashed pups aboard for a narrated tour filled with architecture, history,
and dog-friendly highlights.
CREEPY CRUISE
For those craving a chill down their spine this Fall and into Spooky Season, the fan-favorite Creepy Cruise explores Chicago’s darker side. Twilight brings tales of eerie haunts, mobsters and mysteries, all set against the moody glow of the city at night.
FALL ON THE WATER
sIGNTSEEING RIVER AND LAKE
Breathe in the crisp autumn air while cruising past Chicago’s legendary skyline. Knowledgeable guides share stories of the city’s history as passengers soak in the sight of skyscrapers and changing leave along the Chicago Riverwalk.
CHICAGO BY NIGHT RIVER & LAKE
As daylight begins to fade earlier in the day, the city comes alive under twinkling lights. This family-friendly cruise pairs lively narration with glittering skyline views that feel especially magical and cozy against clear autumn evenings.
Chicago architecture center RIVER CRUISE
The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady—voted the #1 Boat Tour in North America by USA Today 10 Best readers for the second year in a row—gives locals and visitors the chance to experience Chicago’s iconic skyline alongside fall colors. Expert CAC-certified docents share the stories of more than 50 landmark buildings and historic bascule bridges. Tickets start at $56 and advanced purchase is recommended, especially for weekends, holidays and evening cruises.
