Considering traveler reviews and expert opinion, U.S. News selected the best Chicago boat tours, ranging from an architectural boat tour on the river to a thrilling speedboat ride on Lake Michigan.

Multiple architecture boat tours regularly take place along the Chicago River, providing visitors and residents alike a detailed history of the city's iconic skyline. While the holidays are ...

Tours are given by volunteers certified by the Chicago Architecture Center. Departures begin Sunday, March 17. Guests can take individually-wrapped food on any boat tour. There is also a full ...