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THIS IS HOW YOU DO CHICAGO

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Chicago Sunset Cruise

End your day with a front-row seat to Chicago’s golden hour.
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90 Years on the Water

Still family-owned. Still Chicago’s original.

CHICAGO’S ORIGINAL ARCHITECTURE TOUR

As a family owned business for 90 years, we give you a warm Chicago welcome and would love to show you around our town.

FAN FAVORITES

Smooth Sailing Starts here

Anchored in excellence

Chicago's Most-Loved Tours

“I've done the Wendella Boat Tour four times now whenever friends or family visit, and it's always an awesome experience. This is a must-do if you're in Chicago.”

— Jason, 2025

“The BEST tour guides on the Chicago River! I've been on the Wendella boats for the Chicago River Architecture Tour several times and it's been fantastic every time and worth every penny!”

— Elizabeth, 2025

“The Wendella architecture tour came highly recommended to us when we moved to Chicago. I will say the hype is real.”

— Krupa, 2025

“This tour was easily the highlight of our Chicago trip. I can't recommend it enough!”

— Doug, 2024

“You'll wind your way through the waterways and see skyscrapers of all sizes and learn history along the way! There is literally no better seat in the house to experience Chicago!”

— Katie, 2024

“We were recommended the architecture boat tour by a few locals and it was absolutely amazing!! Beautiful views from anywhere you sat and an extremely knowledgeable and funny tour guide led the trip. Great value for money and so so worth it.”

— Jessica W, 2024

“This was one tour that I can honestly say was worth doing & probably should be a must do/ see on your visit to Chicago.”

— Ginette, 2023

“The skyline was beautiful and the buildings all shined differently. Pictures come out amazing!”

— Christina, 2023

Trusted by Chicago's Finest