The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) River Cruise aboard First Lady has been ranked the No. 4 experience in the U.S. in TripAdvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do, a title that celebrates the highest level of excellence in travel. The Best of the Best Things to Do title is awarded to those who receive a high volume of above-and-beyond reviews from the Tripadvisor community over a 12-month period. For more than 30 years, the cruise has set the standard for architecture cruises across the U.S., combining beautifully maintained two level vessels with rich storytelling by CAC-certified volunteer docents to showcase Chicago’s incredible architectural history and tell the story of the city’s evolution in a way only CAC and First Lady can. For tickets or general information on the 2026 season, visit architecturecruise.com.

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