Riverwalk and Marina City

The Riverwalk and Marina City, Chicago along the water

To walk the Riverwalk is to stroll like a true Chicagoan along the Chicago River. This promenade laid out on the quays offers a unique view of the city and its towers, including the famous round towers of Marina City. The Chicago audio-guided tour lingers here to discover the metropolis from its river, another backbone of the city.

A promenade and corncob towers

The Riverwalk unfolds along the Chicago River in several successive sections, lined with terraces, gardens and landings. On the bank, the Marina City complex, located at 300 North State Street, raises its two round concrete towers, nicknamed the corncobs, which have become a city icon. The whole illustrates the reclaiming of the banks, long industrial.

What to see

You stroll along the Riverwalk between cafés, terraces and viewpoints over the bridges and skyscrapers reflected in the water. The Marina City towers, recognisable among all, are one of its highlights. It is also an excellent place to board an architecture cruise, one of the best ways to understand Chicago from its river.

Practical information

The Riverwalk runs along the Chicago River right in the centre, reachable on foot; Marina City lies at 300 North State Street, on the north bank. The promenade is freely accessible, its terraces and shops having their own hours, busier in the warm season. On the level, it is easy to access along the quays.

What is the Chicago Riverwalk?

It is a promenade laid out along the Chicago River, in the centre, lined with terraces and gardens, ideal for discovering the city along the water.

Why are the Marina City towers famous?

For their distinctive round shape, which earns them the nickname of corncobs; these two concrete towers have become an icon of the Chicago skyline.