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Odyssey Cruises

600 East Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611
(866) 305-2469
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Ranked #29 of 84 tours in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 22 Reviews
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McHenry, Illinois
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

What a special nite out. We were celebrating my husbands 70th birthday. There was 6 of us including our 7 yr old grandchild The food was good, the drinks expensive but delicious, the band was excellent and had the place rocking by end of evening. this was a birthday present from our daughters and they spent quite a bit of... More

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Montreal, Canada
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Great way to see the Cgicago night-time skyline. Meal service was buffet with nothing spectacular - good roast beef and plain vegetables. Music and dancing were a nice touch. WIll come back and do a day cruise.

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Arlington Heights
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

Everyone on the Odyssey cruise that we recently took was extremely professional. We cruise often with Royal Caribbean and were not expecting the same level of service - boy were we wrong! Our trip was originally reserved for Spirit of Chicago but was cancelled due to lack of passengers. The line upgraded us to Odyssey at no charge. I was... More

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dublin ireland
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2011
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I have just booked the Dinnner Cruise for my upcoming trip to Chicago as it was my outstanding memory from our previous trip. It is absolutely the best way to see the windy city. A warm welcome awaits you atop the steps onto the ship and you'll be delighted to see the immaculately dressed tables and immediate service for both... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2011

Went on a very special brunch champagne cruise and had a phenomenal time despite the cold weather. The food was to die for, the service was amazing, and the views were spectacular. Well worth the money!

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Marquette, Michigan
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 July 2011

We had a 50th ann party on a Sunday brunch cruise. There was great live entertainment, wonderful service, quality food, and a comfortable environment.

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Chicago, Illinois
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 July 2011
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My husband made the arrangements for us to celebrate our anniversary. Staff were exceptionally friendly and accommodating. Food was average but I didn't anticipate otherwise from a banquet type of service. It did help that the weather was ideal for a beautiful night. Entertainment was fine but we spent most of the evening on upper deck. You know it was... More

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Des Moines, Iowa
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2011
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Our first time to Chicago to see a cubs game a decided to go on a dinner cruise worth the money for no special event just a romantic night out and it was perfect, the staff was very friendly, helpful, prompt, food was amazing with a great view of Chicago at night it was great. Would do it again sometime... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2011
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My wedding reception was off the hook! The entire wait staff never left a glass or plate empty. They brought out food, then dessert and always had a bottle of wine to fill everyone's glass. Due to the weather being so bad, we were advised that the boat was not going to sail; however, that didn't stop my crew from... More

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Elizabethtown, Kentucky
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2011

The staff was wonderful, very helpful and really seemed to care about our experience. The food was the best we had during the entire trip. The band sounded great and were very interactive with everyone on board. It seems like most people were celebrating a special occasion, but I would recommend going for just a nice evening out.

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