Scenic 1.25-mile pedestrian path along the Chicago River. Cafes, wine bars, kayak rentals, restaurants, and the best views of the city's skyscraper architecture.
Free. Kayaks $20-35/hour, architecture cruises from $45
Summer for full experience. Sunset for photography
Any metro station in Loop, then 5 min walk to river. Entrances from Lake Shore Drive to Lake Street.
2.4 km waterfront with restaurants, bars, kayaks. Architecture cruises depart from here. Wine bars, coffee shops. Summer — live music. Skyscraper views from water level.
View of Marina City (corn cob towers), State Street bridge
Riverwalk open 24/7. Restaurants and rentals have separate hours
faq.subtitle Chicago Riverwalk
Absolutely! Chicago architecture cruise is one of the best tours in USA. Chicago Architecture Foundation offers the best tours.
Yes, at The Cove (May-October). Single $25/hour, tandem $35/hour. No experience needed.
Useful tips for visiting Chicago Riverwalk
Book architecture cruise in advance — tickets sell out, especially in summer.
City Winery on the riverwalk — great spot for wine with skyscraper views.
Average temperature by month
3°
7°-6°8°0°
17°4°17°2°16°2°2°0°8°0°Interesting places nearby
