Iconic Lake Michigan pier featuring Centennial Wheel Ferris wheel, rides, restaurants, Chicago Children's Museum, and stunning skyline views. Chicago's entertainment and leisure hub.
Entry free. Attractions paid: Ferris wheel $18, carousel $8
Summer for fireworks. Evening for Ferris wheel with city lights
Free trolley from Grand Red Line station in summer. Bus 29, 65, 66. Uber/Lyft ~$10-15 from Loop.
Centennial Wheel Ferris wheel (200 ft). Children museum, IMAX theater. Restaurants and shops. Lake and river cruises. Summer — fireworks Wednesday and Saturday.
Skyline view from pier end, from Ferris wheel at sunset
Attractions have separate schedules
faq.subtitle Navy Pier
Yes! City and lake views are stunning, especially at sunset. Gondolas are enclosed and air-conditioned.
Chicago Children's Museum, carousel, Pier Park rides, summer splash fountain. Perfect for families.
Useful tips for visiting Navy Pier
Arrive by 9pm in summer on Wednesdays or Saturdays — free fireworks at 9:30pm!
Free trolley from Grand station (Red Line) runs every 20 minutes.
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