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Wendella Sightseeing Boats

400 North Michigan Ave, Departing from Michigan Ave. and Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL 60611
312-337-1446
Ranked #23 of 84 tours in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 166 Reviews
Type: Tours, Boat Tours
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Honolulu, Hawaii
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

First time in Chicago, didn't know what to do. So I listened to my friend's advise to go on a boat tour to learn about Chicago's great architectures. Wendella was the best deal (price) and the best location. The guide was very knowledgeable and informative. You'll learn so much about the city and its history. More

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Oakridge, Oregon
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Very well done. They should take a bow for their excellence. Extremely smooth boat ride, perfect volume for the tour guide (who was a Chicago native with obvious exuberance for his city), and a great introduction to some of the skyscrapers and history of this amazing city. Our trip was enhanced by perfect weather (chilly for my wife on the... More

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Bethel, Connecticut
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

We really enjoyed the tour. It was very informative, and even entertaining. We wouldn't have seen most of what we saw just by walking around the city. We also thought the price was very affordable. More

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ATL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Great way to see the city's architecture from a different perspective! Lots of picture opportunities if you are into that. Also learn about why the river doesn't flow into the lake. Finally, you get a free drink! Easy to get to right off Michigan Ave. by the Wrigley Building. We lucked out with a Groupon but I would have been... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Fantastic architecture tour! 75 minute cruise on the Chicago river- great way to see the city. I've practically lived in Chicago and thought I knew a lot about architecture, but learned so much more. It was my boyfriend's first time in Chicago, not only did he love the tour as well, but gained so much more knowledge about the city.... More

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CT
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

I went on the Wendella tour last weekend on Friday afternoon and it was a nice and smooth ride. The boat was filled but we still got good seats and there isn't a bad view on the boat. The tour guide explained everything nicely and threw in a few jokes, made the experience pleasant. I did notice other boats on... More

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West Virginia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

Despite the cold, we really enjoyed our water tour of Chicago! The narrator did a great job of pointing out the sights of Chicago and we got some gorgeous photos of the Chicago skyline from the Lake. The tour is very worth the money, it wasn't as pricey as I was expecting, and was very pleased with the trip! More

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Sarasota, Florida
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012
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The 4 of us enjoyed the Architecture of Chicago. This tour is amazing. The man that narrated about all the buildings and history was so captivating and interesting. I highly recommend this tour for everyone interested in the beautiful skyline of Chicago. More

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New York
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

I think the architecture boat tour should be at the top of everyone's list of things to do in Chicago. It's a great way to see the city and learn some history. Unfortunately I went on a really foggy day, but the tour guide Melissa was great and I learned some interesting facts about Chicago. I think this would be... More

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Fort Wayne, IN
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

We took the 10 a.m. architectural tour on a Sunday morning. We learned not only about the buildings we could see along the river and their builders, but much about Chicago history. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. She did a fantastic job. We were so happy that we took this tour! More

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