Chicago

Navy Pier

Open Time : 11:00 A.M to 8:00 P.M

Entry : free

Address : Navy Pier, East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA

Website : https://navypier.org/

Why to visit Navy Pier

On top of 20,000 Oregon-imported timber logs, Municipal Pier was built in 1916. Visit the iconic 15-story Ferris wheel of  Navy Pier.  Chicago Children's Museum, located inside the Family Pavilion in Navy Pier offers three floors of interactive entertainment. Experience any of the cruise boat rides leaving from Navy Pier's South Dock, and be sure to catch your favorite show at the Pepsi Skyline Stage, Dock Street Stage, Landshark Beer Garden, or Family Pavilion Stage.

Places to visit near Navy Pier

  • Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier
  • Navy Pier Festival Hall Complex
  • Chicago Children's Museum
  • Amazing Chicago's Funhouse Maze

Places to eat near Navy Pier

  • Tiny Tavern
  • DMK Burger Bar & Fish Bar
  • Big City Chicken
  • Frankie's By The Slice - Navy Pier

How to reach

You can reach  by from public transport by following means

  • Bus: 66, 29,2
  • Train: UP-N, UP-NW, ME
  • Chicago L' : Green line, Red line
  • The nearest airport to Navy Pier is Chicago Midway (MDW) Airport which is 10.3 miles away.

Timing

It is open from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm

Entry fees

Navy Pier does not charge an entrance fee. The entry costs for each attraction at Navy Pier can be found at the box office for that specific attraction.

FAQ on Navy Pier

Can you walk on Navy Pier for free?

Navy Pier does not charge an entrance fee. The entry costs for each attraction at Navy Pier can be found at the box office for that specific attraction.

Do you have to pay for Chicago Riverwalk?

Chicago Riverwalk is free to the public use.

Is there free parking at Navy Pier?

There isn't any designated free parking at Navy Pier.

What types of restaurants are located on Navy Pier?

For every taste, Navy Pier has a number of sit-down eateries and a food court. For a list of full service restaurants, quick service restaurants, food courts, and seasonal eating alternatives, navigate to the menu and browse under Eat, Drink & Play.

What are the major attraction near Navy Pier ?

The major attraction near Navy Pier Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Navy Pier Festival Hall Complex Chicago Children's Museum, Amazing Chicago's Funhouse Maze.

Special Tip

Staying at least two days close to Navy Pier is recommended if you want to really explore  every attraction without any hurry. This will allow you to take your time and explore each attraction.

By Hammad Warsi

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