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Meeting Location: 333 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Activity Starting Timing: 9:00 PM

Activity Duration: 45 Minutes (Approx.)

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Reach the meeting location at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time and get ready for a fantastic cruise journey.
Cruise across the Chicago River from Lakeshore Drive to the Wills Tower and along the river's south branch.
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Make sure to taste the local beer and other available authentic snacks and drinks available at the full-service cash bar on board.
Pass by the Chicago Riverwalk sail towards Lakeshore Drive and Lake Michigan on your back to the starting point.

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By Car: The meeting location is at a distance of 1.7 km from Chicago City Centre. You can reach the destination within 5 minutes by car.
By Bus: The nearest bus stop to the meeting location is Michigan & E. Wacker at a distance of 160 meters.
By Metro: The nearest metro station to the meeting location is State/Lake, Chicago at a distance of 600 meters.

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Cloud Gate, also known as The Bean, is a public sculpture located on top of Park Grill in Chicago’s Loop Community area. It is made of stainless steel plates that are welded together, without any visible seams on its exterior side. It reflects the city’s skyline on its surface and its design was inspired by liquid mercury.

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One of the most stunning places to visit in Chicago, the 360 Chicago is an observation deck on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Centre. It soars over the Michigan River and provides a majestic view of the Michigan River, Chicago’s skyline and three other surrounding states.

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Location: 875 N Michigan Ave 94th floor, Chicago, IL 60611, United States

Highlights: Glass-encased observation deck, stunning city views

Opened in 1930, Shedd Aquarium is an indoor public aquarium that holds about 32000 animals. It was the first inland aquarium that has a permanent collection of saltwater fish. Its collection includes 1500 species of marine animals, fishes, snakes, amphibians, birds, and insects.

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Location: 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, United States

Highlights: Stingray touch tank, Polar Play Zone

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