Chicago Architecture Center - Chicago's First Lady Tickets
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What are the box office phone numbers?
Individual Tickets: 800-745-3000 CAC Member Reservations: 312-922-8687 Groups of 10 or more, please contact grouptours@architecture.org or call 312-322-1130 to make a reservation.
When is the box office open?
Please check www.cruisechicago.com for Chicago’s First Lady Cruises Dockside Box Office hours.
What payment types are accepted?
Chicago’s First Lady Cruises Box Office accepts Visa, MasterCard and Cash.
What are the will call rules?
Will call ticket pickup is available at Chicago’s First Lady Cruises dockside box office on Michigan & Wacker Dr. We strongly recommend arriving at the box office 30 minutes prior to the start time of your cruise.
What are the parking options at Chicago Architecture Center - Chicago's First Lady?
Discounted Parking Available! LAZ Parking Services Garage at 111 E. Wacker Drive (Illinois Center). Receive a discount for up to 4 hours of parking. If you park longer than 4 hours, discount is no longer valid. IMPORTANT: You must have your parking ticket stamped at our ticket window to receive the discounted rate. Note: LAX Parking Services at 111 E. Wacker is not owned or affiliated with Chicago’s First Lady Cruises. The parking information posted here is merely for the convenience of our guests and is not to be construed as a recommendation or endorsement.
Is there accessible seating?
Guests with limited mobility please visit www.cruisechicago.com/accessibility for drop-off location and directions. Please present yourself to our staff if you prefer early boarding. Chicago's Leading Lady and Chicago's Classic Lady are wheelchair-accessible and offer a wheelchair-accessible family restroom. Tickets for tours on these vessels can be purchased by selecting the 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm or 4pm departure times. Please also note that all Chicago Architecture Center downtown walking tours are wheelchair accessible.
What are the general rules of Chicago Architecture Center - Chicago's First Lady?
This 90 minute cruise of the Chicago River is complete with educational commentary provided by trained Chicago Architecture Center certified docent guides aboard Chicago's First Lady Cruises fleet. The tour covers the following routes on the Chicago River: 1. Michigan Ave. & E. Wacker Dr. (starting point) 2. Main branch of river (Canal St. to Navy Pier) 3. South branch of river (to Roosevelt Rd.) 4. North branch of river (to Chicago Ave.) ● Capture Chicago Photography Cruise summer Saturdays and Sundays only at 9am. Move freely around the boat and have access to all angles while a highly-trained docent points out architectural highlights along the way. The tour will pause three times giving you the prime opportunity to capture the city's architecture. ● Our evening cruises run summer weeknights at 5:30p & 7:30p GENERAL ADMISSION SEATING - OUTDOOR SEATING IS GUARANTEED CLIMATE CONTROLLED INTERIOR SALON with air conditioning available on first come, first served basis. CRUISE TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR TIME EXCHANGES (Tickets are date and time specific) EVERYONE MUST HAVE A TICKET (Infants and children included)
Are children allowed?
- All children and infants need a ticket to board the boats. Infant priced tickets are available. - There are no reduced rates for seniors or children over 3 years old. - Please note: This is an adult oriented event. - Strollers must be folded and stored in the dining salon - Due to Coast Guard regulations everyone who boards the boat MUST have a ticket, even infants and children.
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The map below does not reflect availability. Seating charts reflect the general layout for the venue at this time. For some events, the layout and specific seat locations may vary without notice.