Saturday 6/14: Due to street closures in downtown Chicago, we recommend building extra time and considering walking to First Lady for your tour departure.

First Lady

Lady Grebe

First Lady Fleet Lady Grebe

your private vintage yacht

Introducing Lady Grebe (Gree-be), a 48-foot, vintage mahogany wooden yacht built in Chicago in 1961, perfectly preserved for your private cruise on Chicago’s River or Lakefront. Lady Grebe is the ultimate choice for a private wedding proposal, onboard wedding, contract signing, client entertaining, intimate family event, anniversary cruise or just an afternoon or evening of leisure.

Vessel Amenities

  • Includes premium beverages
  • U.S.C.G. certified Captain & your own private bartender included
  • Catering options available
  • Departing from 31st Street Harbor
  • 2-6 passengers (Kids 12 years or older are welcome)
  • Two exterior deck spaces, one in the bow & the other in the stern
  • Lounge chair seating on back deck space
  • Private Chicago Architecture Center docent narration can be added for $500 (pending availability)
  • Download info sheet

Monday-Sunday

Price per hour $2,000

2-hour cruise minimum. Additional hours $650 each.

Cruise your way

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It's boat life, Chicago style.

Our Fleet

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