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About Chicago's First Lady Cruises
Welcome to Chicago's First Lady Cruises, your trusted riverfront cruise operator on the Chicago River. From open-air upper decks to climate-controlled salons, our vessels offer comfortable seating and spectacular skyline views. We host public tours with general admission seating and offer private charters for groups of 2–250 guests. As an official CAF River Cruise partner, we bring iconic architecture and city insights to life with memorable experiences along downtown Chicago’s riverfront.
Docked at 112 E. Wacker Dr, our convenient riverwalk location puts you in the heart of the action, with easy access to transit, parking, and nearby hotels and dining. Secure your seats for an unforgettable urban voyage today.
Whether you're visiting for a weekend getaway or a local night out, we’ve got options to fit your plans. General admission seating is first-come, with outdoor seating guaranteed and indoor salons for cooler days. Private charters are available up to 250 guests, perfect for corporate events, celebrations, or special occasions. We’ve partnered with nearby hotels and eateries to help you plan every detail—from transportation to post-cruise dining.
Parking and transit details, plus affiliate hotel and restaurant recommendations, are outlined below to simplify your visit. If you need help securing tickets or arranging a private charter, we’re here to assist—like having a friend in the business.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address / dock: 112 E. Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601 (Riverwalk dock).
- Venue type: Riverfront cruise operator with vessels offering upper-deck open seating and climate-controlled salons; official CAF River Cruise partner.
- Seating: All seating is general admission; outdoor seating is guaranteed; indoor salons available.
- Capacity: Private charters accommodate 2–250 guests; fleet capacity for public tours runs up to about 250 per vessel.
- Parking: Closest garage is LAZ at 111 E. Wacker Dr; parking validations available at the dock or ticket office.
- Transit: Accessible by CTA buses along Michigan Ave; nearest L stations are State/Lake and Clark/Lake; Millennium Station nearby.
- Nearby hotels: LondonHouse Chicago (85 E Wacker Dr); Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park (200 N Columbus Dr); The Peninsula Chicago (108 E Superior St); The Langham, Chicago (330 N Wabash Ave).
- Notable events / tours: CAF Architecture River Cruise aboard First Lady; St. Patrick's Day Clover Cruise; Canine Cruise; Creepy Cruise; 3D Fireworks Cruise.