- Women Owned
As Chicago’s original architecture boat tour, Wendella has been dedicated to serving Chicago’s families, visitors, students, guests and commuters for over 75 years. Family owned and operated for three generations, our mission is to provide you and your family with a safe, comfortable and affordable fun day on the waterways. Our experienced staff and expert tour guides, trained by Wendella’s in-house Education Department, work hard to ensure that you capture the true essence of Chicago’s past, present and future every time you step on board one of our vessels. Wendella offers our signature 90 minute Combined Lake and River Tour; the 75 minute Chicago River Architecture tour; the 45 minute Chicago Experience and our Chicago at Sunset Cruise. We also offer many specialty cruises including Wine Tasting and Fireworks. Taking Metra downtown? Ride the Chicago Water Taxi to Michigan Ave. Visit www.chicagowatertaxi.com for more information.
Wheelchair Accessible
Student Tours
Group Charter/Sightseeing
Complimentary Policy2 per group of 20 or more
Average Visit/Tour Length1.5 - 2 hours
Minimum Size for Group Admission Rate20
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Student Group Friendly
Reservation Cancellation PolicyAll tickets are non-refundable but are transferable to another time, date, or tour.
Reservations Accepted
Bar/Lounge
ADA Compliant
Self-Parking AvailableOff-site
Food On-siteOTHER
Open Seasonally
Family-friendly
Military Discount
Preferred Catering Providers
Largest Room, Reception Capacity (Standing)280
Largest Room, Banquet Capacity (Seated)280
On-site Audio/Visual Equipment
Complete Buy-out Available
Max Capacity, Reception Style (Standing)1120
Max Capacity, Banquet Style (Seated)1120
Max Venue Capacity1120
Private Meeting Space Available
Woman Owned Business