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A vintage fireboat named 'Freda Busse' with water jets spraying from its deck, docked near a bridge with a white building in the background. 1
A red fireboat named 'Chicago Fire Boat 41' on a river with a city skyline and a bridge in the background. 2
A red boat named 'Fred A. Busse' on a river, surrounded by city buildings and a pedestrian walkway. 3
Five cans of beer in front of a city skyline. 4
A red boat named 'Fred A. Busse 41' on a river with people on board and a bridge in the background. 5
By Chicago Fireboat Tours, LLC

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$81 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Feel the breeze off Lake Michigan as you sail on a historic fireboat
    • Sip on craft beers from Phase Three Brewing on Thursday evenings
    • Enjoy live music on Friday evenings as the sun sets over the city
    • Take in panoramic views of the Chicago skyline from the water
    • Relax on the spacious decks of the Fred A. Busse, a legendary fireboat

Activity location

    • Chicago
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 111 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA | DuSable Harbor. Located at the end of the Concrete Pier next to Dock H.
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Chicago: Happy Hour Cruise

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
Starting time: 6:30 PM
Price details
AU$80.57 x 1 AdultAU$80.57
Total
Price is AU$80.57

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    2-hour cruise on the Fred A. Busse
  • Inclusions
    Craft beer from Phase Three Brewing on Thursdays
  • Inclusions
    Live music on Fridays
  • Inclusions
    Panoramic views of Chicago skyline
  • Inclusions
    Access to full bar
  • Exclusions
    Food

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Bare feet, Drones, Intoxication, Littering, Nudity, Pets (assistance dogs allowed), Smoking, Vaping
    • Not suitable for: People under 21 years

What you can expect

  • Step aboard the Fred A. Busse, a historic fireboat turned cruise vessel, and set sail from DuSable Harbour. As you glide through Lake Michigan and the Chicago River, enjoy panoramic views of the city’s iconic skyline.

    On Thursdays, savour a rotating selection of craft beers from Phase Three Brewing, one of Chicagoland’s most exciting breweries. Whether you’re into crisp lagers, hazy IPAs, or rich stouts, you’ll find something to savour as you glide past the skyline.

    On Fridays, enjoy live music as the Fred A. Busse transforms into a floating stage. From acoustic sets to energetic performances, the music adds an extra layer of magic to your evening.

    Relax on the spacious decks, sip your drink, and watch the city lights flicker on as the sun dips below the horizon. Whether you’re with friends, a partner, or colleagues, this cruise offers a unique way to experience Chicago’s beauty and energy.

Location

Activity location

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    • Chicago
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 111 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA | DuSable Harbor. Located at the end of the Concrete Pier next to Dock H.
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States