Chicago Line Cruises
Travel ArrangementsIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
Chicago Line Cruises offers private charter experiences and docent-led river tours focused on Chicago’s architecture. The company began in 1981 when two lawyers bought the Betty Jean and launched Chicago From the Lake, later transforming into an architectural cruise with expert narration. After relocating to North Pier and expanding its fleet with vessels including the Ft. Dearborn, Marquette, and Innisfree, it adopted the Chicago Line Cruises name and refocused on guiding visitors through the city’s skyline and historic sites. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the business operates as a small to mid-sized provider within the travel arrangements sector. In 2026, Chicago Line Cruises launched its season from Ogden Slip, marking continued operation after four decades.