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Mercury, Chicago's Skyline Cruiseline

112 E. Wacker Dr. on Chicago's Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601

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Mercury, Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline, brings fun to the water! Get the inside scoop on Chicago’s tall buildings and taller tales aboard a variety of family-friendly cruises that cruise the Chicago River and lakefront. Don’t miss the popular Canine Cruise, the pawfect opportunity for your favorite companion to cruise with you on Chicago’s waterways while enjoying a live narration of the city’s history and skyscrapers with dog-friendly highlights. All cruises tour the Chicago River and Lakefront: Urban Adventure Cruise and CHICAGO BY NIGHT! Cruise (90 minutes); 3D Fireworks Cruise (2 hours); Mercury's Canine Cruise (90 minutes). Cruises depart daily April 27 - October 8, 2018, from Chicago’s Riverwalk. Individual tickets start at $35 for adults and $14 for kids 5-15 (under 5 rides free!) and can be purchased at the dockside box office or mercurycruises.com. Group rates for 20 or more are available starting at $18 and may reserve in advance. Plus, inquire about our student group rates! Call (312) 332-1368 or email grouptours@mercurycruises.com.

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