We went on the architecture tour tonight. It was fun and informative. However, the amount of…read morespiders on the boat is ridiculous. When on the lower level you are hoping a spider isn't go to fall on you.

Took a quick trip to Chicago and the one thing I heard from everyone was to do an architecture boat…read moretour. Decided on Wendella and absolutely loved it! The tour guide had a good mix information, comedy, and quiet. I showed up a few minutes before boarding and easily got a good seat. 90 minutes was the perfect length!!

Held my Daughter's Bridal Shower on the Nautilus and it was magnificent! Captain Molly skillfully…read moremaneuvered the double decker catamaran through the busy river with ease. The crew was also just amazing - attentive to everyone's wishes. Honestly, a memory both my daughter and I will have forever!! Thanks Chris, Molly and crew!!!

Knock Out Charters are the best! Captain Chris and Brook did an amazing job in helping my family…read morearrange an outing in honor and memory of our loved ones. It was a solemn occasion, and they met us with the utmost sensitivity and respect. Thank you Chris, Brook, and Knock Out Charters, and we hope to see you again for a happy celebration too!

SO MUCH FUN!! How it…read moreworks: You charter a boat along with the captain and crew. The boats are owned by the company. We chartered a boat on Labor Day, with Bill and Nancy. We departed from Montrose Beach. We were able to bring our own drinks and snacks for the sail. There were 7 of us total at ~$100/person. We specifically selected this company because they had a money back guarantee in the event of inclement weather - most other boating companies do not offer this! HUGE PLUS. Fun Fact: All of their boats mean "Lost" in different language, but not to be confused with lost at sea!

We had an excellent charter experience with Captain Bill on a speedboat. Booking the boat was quite…read moreeasy through the website, then you can contact the captain yourself to see who is available (company gives names/contact info). I would definitely rent from CSC again. Prices were also pretty average compared to other companies! Definitely recommend.

A river tour is a must when visiting Chicago! We decided to do Shoreline Sightseeing, and it was…read moresuch a great experience. We were nervous because my mom gets motion sickness easily, and we weren't sure she'd be able to enjoy the tour. Thankfully, the water was calm enough, and she absolutely loved it! The views were beautiful, and we learned so many fun facts about the city along the way. Definitely recommend adding this to your Chicago itinerary!

This tour was on the top 10 list of our things to do in Chicago. I researched all the boat…read morecompanies that offered the Chicago architecture boat cruises and Shoreline Sightseeing came out hands down #1 for us in tour length, type of cruises, accessibility and in price for what you got. Best deal. Our tour guide was happy, energetic, and very knowledgeable about Chicago because he was born and raised there. We chose the 75 minute, 4pm Chicago River tour and it covered a lot! We never lost interest and learned about Chicago's history. It is well worth it! Our Architecture River Tour boat departed from the dock at Navy Pier. We learned that their boats are the most accessible at this location. Their boats can accommodate wheelchairs up to 30-inches wide. Your wheelchair must be able to navigate a ramp with a 2-inch step at one end. I needed one that was kind to my knees. Best to call them for more details. They were very helpful whenever we called them. Their boats are both double-decker and single-level boats, and there is generally no protection from the sun, rain, or wind. There is a small bar on the main level. Restrooms are located on the lower deck, which is accessible only via stairs from the upper deck. Enjoy! It's amazing!

Had an amazing experience at the CAC architecture tour. Our docent was incredibly knowledgeable. I…read morelearned so much, would 100% recommend!

I've visited the city many times and this is an absolute must! Such a great way to see the city and…read morelearn its history! Mark was an excellent guide and we enjoyed every minute!

The tour itself was great, and our guide was knowledgeable and did a wonderful job. We also had a…read moregreat experience with the bartenders. Unfortunately, the accessibility side of the experience could use some improvement. We had someone in our group with a disability, and it wasn't very clear how to access the boat or where the accessible route was located. We did find the ADA information on the website afterward, so we recognize that we could have looked into it more beforehand, but it does take several clicks to find and could be made much more visible. The wheelchair-accessible ramp is also about two blocks away, which can be especially difficult for someone using a cane or with limited mobility. When we asked the staff on the dock for assistance getting down, we unfortunately didn't receive much help. Overall, we enjoyed the tour itself, but clearer accessibility signage, more visible information, and a little more assistance from staff would have made a big difference. We noticed that the sightseeing tour across the water had very clear handicap-accessible signage, which might be something worth considering.

We took the First Lady architecture tour while visiting Chicago with friends, and it was easily a…read more10/10 experience. The guides do a great job bringing the city's history and architecture to life, and the views from the river are unbeatable. One tip: even in the summer, bring a sweatshirt. It was a cool day, and I ended up heading downstairs for a while to warm up. Also, don't skip the bar. The drinks were surprisingly good and made the cruise even more enjoyable. A must-do if you're visiting Chicago.

Chicago yachting was an amazing experience ! From great communication to great captain suggestions!…read moreWe used captain dan and he was phenomenal! Can't wait to rent from here again!

We had an awesome time on the boat! Captain was great and super helpful, will use this company…read moreagain in the future

I found this boat charter on Yelp! Spoke with Paul and the process to book was so seamless! He…read moreanswered all my questions promptly when wondering how to tip and if we needed to bring coolers. They supplied ice for our trip which was great! At the end of our time we were already trying to book with them again! With the new adjustment we were able to have 30 with proof of vaccines! Highly recommend them!

Captain Paul and team was AMAZING! We had a post graduation cruise for my daughter and best friend,…read morecruising into the sunset. The most memorable trip for my daughter, friends and family. Captain Paul was extremely flexible in making the most beautiful experience. We cruised on both the river, and saw the sunset on Lake Michigan. The experience of a private yacht for my daughter's celebration was priceless. Thank you Captain Paul for your hospitality!

Had a great evening out on a pontoon boat. It was so easy to drive, and we enjoyed seeing beautiful…read moreviews of the city skyline. Such a fun experience for summer in Chicago and it's one of the most affordable ways to rent a boat in the city. Would recommend!

My friends and I booked a private pontoon ride with Chicago Boat Rentals for a Monday night at…read more7:30, and it was the perfect way to soak up a Chicago summer evening on the water! The crew made everything easy -- they showed us how to drive the boat ourselves, and we got to bring our own food and drinks onboard. Such a fun, laid-back way to see the skyline. Highly recommend!

I had reached out ahead of time to see if they do fancy mocktails so I wouldn't just be stuck…read moredrinking a sprite on board. I quit drinking years ago but still want to have fun and fit in. The beverage manager assured me that they do offer a selection of crafted mocktails - so I was expecting a menu or at least the bartender having some knowledge. I asked and the bartender just pointed out the juices that they have. Now a lot of local establishments have created mocktails that have unique mixes to them that I don't know. So when he was pointing to the different juices I didn't even know what to ask for. He only suggested a Shirley Temple. So all in all, I was stuck drinking a Sprite and didn't feel to fit in. I didn't have much fun.

I really liked this. Captain Steel and Siris were W. I really would recommend this and also those…read morelow reviews are not that real. Boat wasn't cancelled and I really liked it. 9/10