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Explore Chicago from a unique vantage point—the water! Enjoy a brunch, lunch, or dinner cruise with fresh chef-prepared plated or buffet meals, live DJ entertainment, dancing, rooftop games, and amazing Chicago skyline views. You can also embark on a thrilling Seadog speedboat ride and explore iconic landmarks on a narrated architecture tour or catch speed on a lakefront speedboat tour.

Our yachts are the ideal venue for any celebration—a vacation excursion, romantic date night, holiday gathering, birthday party, anniversary dinner, company event, school trip, or even your dream wedding. Book today and elevate your next occasion with unbeatable views of Chicago from Lake Michigan or the Chicago River.

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Signature Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

Elevate your weekend plans with a one-of-a-kind brunch on the water!

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You'll indulge in a chef-prepared buffet meal, bottomless mimosas, and breathtaking city views.

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Chicago Signature Lunch Cruise

Upgrade your lunch with family or friends to a chef-prepared buffet and views of Chicago’s landmarks.

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Early Signature Dinner Cruise

Spend your evening on Lake Michigan with dining, picturesque views, dancing, DJ entertainment, and an assortment of games.

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Chicago Signature Dinner Cruise

Turn your dinner into an incredible night out with a delicious chef-curated buffet for all ages, and breathtaking city views.

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Chicago Premier Lunch Cruise

You’ll be treated to a chef-prepared plated meal, and creative cocktails while a live DJ sets the mood.

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Chicago Premier Dinner Cruise

This upscale evening on Lake Michigan features a chef-prepared plated meal, craft cocktails, and exceptional service.

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Seadog River & Lake Architectural Tour

Soak in unobstructed views of Chicago’s famous architecture cruising along the skyline at top speed!

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Buckle up for Lake Michigan’s most iconic thrill ride with a Seadog Lakefront Speedboat Tour!

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Seadog Extreme Thrill Ride

Get ready for pure exhilaration as the Seadog dares full 360-degree spins, hairpin turns and twists, and full-throttle slalom runs.

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Chicago River Cruises

Explore a variety of cruises that set sail from the River Esplanade City Cruises location at 455 N Cityfront Plaza Drive.

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Chicago Seadog Haunted River Tour

Embark on a boat tour that explores Chicago's spooky past while winding through some of the city's most gorgeous architecture.

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Sherman & Tingle Halloween Cruise with 97.1 The Drive

Hosted by your favorite radio duo, this costume cruise promises a night of thrills and chills.

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Divas After Dark Halloween Cruise

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of thrilling drag performances by some of Chicago's best drag queens.

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Thanksgiving Day Signature Afternoon Lunch Cruise

Gather with loved ones aboard our Signature Chicago Thanksgiving Lunch Cruise for a picturesque afternoon of togetherness, turkey, and all the trimmings!

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Thanksgiving Day Premier Afternoon Lunch Cruise

A gourmet feast of turkey and all the trimmings will be complimented by festive cocktails and captivating panoramas of Chicago’s iconic architecture.

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Christmas Eve Premier Brunch Cruise

Indulge in a delicious buffet featuring savory and sweet holiday classics, bottomless mimosas exceptional service, and breathtaking views of the skyline.

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Christmas Eve Premier Dinner Cruise

This festive evening on Lake Michigan features a delicious plated meal, specialty seasonal cocktails, and exceptional service.

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Indulge in a delicious buffet featuring savory and sweet holiday classics, bottomless mimosas, exceptional service, and breathtaking views of the skyline.

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New Year's Eve Signature Brunch Cruise

Come together for unparalleled festivities with dining, dancing, and magnificent skyline views on Lake Michigan.

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New Year's Eve Signature Dinner Cruise

Come together for unparalleled festivities with dining, dancing, and magnificent skyline views lit up by the dazzling fireworks display over Lake Michigan!

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New Year's Eve Premier Dinner Cruise

Count down to 2025 with the ultimate on-the-water party: the Premier Chicago New Year’s Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan!

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Savor an unforgettable start to the new year with a brunch cruise filled with delicious craft cocktails, plated, chef-prepared menus, and top-notch service.

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AMDI plans to conduct its initial public offering (IPO) through the New York Stock Exchange American with the symbol ‘AMDI’ through its underwriter, Kingswood Investments, a division of Kingswood Capital Partners, LLC (or Kingswood), which is acting as the sole representative of the underwriters. AMDI anticipates a public offering price between $3.50 to $4.50.

AMDI is a maritime tour activity and attractions operator with the following wholly-owned operating units: Seas the Day Charters in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Tall Ship Windy in Chicago, Illinois and Paradise Adventures in Panama City Beach, Florida. The Company plans to use the proceeds of its IPO to acquire Paradise Yacht Management and Charter Smarter in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands and the Bahamas.

Interested parties may subscribe to the IPO or obtain a prospectus and more information at  Webull .

You may also obtain the Company’s prospectus and other information at the  SEC website .

Sail in Florida and the Virgin Islands!

Thank you for another fantastic season! We’re already counting down the days until we can set sail with you again aboard Tall Ship Windy in 2024.

If you’re looking for other ways to sail, we invite you to explore our other exciting locations! Tall Ship Windy is proud to be a part of the Amphitrite Digital family of companies.

Join us at Paradise Adventures in Panama City Beach, Florida, where sun-kissed shores await. If you’re dreaming of a week-long yacht vacation, Charter Smarter in the Virgin Islands promises an unforgettable experience. For a full or half day on the water from St. Thomas and St. John in the US Virgin Islands, our team at Seas the Day Charters USVI is ready to make your dreams a reality.

No matter where your compass points, we’re here to create more unforgettable memories with you. Until then, fair winds and following seas.

Paradise Adventures Catamarans and Watersports

Enjoy top-rated boating adventures on the Florida Gulf Coast at Paradise Adventures Catamarans and Watersports!

  • Experience inflatable fun on a Privateer Adventure Tour
  • Snorkel and explore Shell Island
  • Look for dolphins on a Sightseeing Tour or enjoy a Breathtaking Sunset Sail
  • Book a private charter on a catamaran, sailboat, powerboat or pontoon boat

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Explore the wonders of the Virgin Islands with an all-inclusive Charter Smarter yacht charter!

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Enjoy a full or a half-day adventure with Seas the Day Charters USVI!

  • Luxury sailing excursions & fast powerboat adventures
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  • Snorkel with beautiful fish, coral and sea turtles and explore white sandy beaches
  • Explore the US Virgin Islands or the British Virgin Islands

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Chicago Skyline Sail

Explore Chicago’s scenic shores and enjoy this Windy City boat tour with a relaxing sail around Lake Michigan. Take in the world-famous Chicago skyline, enjoy spectacular city views and discover the Windy City from the water. Select from Pirates and Maritime stories at 1pm, Architectural Tour and Skyline at 3pm and 5pm or a Chicago Sunset Cruise at 7pm.

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Fireworks Cruise From Navy Pier Aboard Tall Ship Windy!

Watching fireworks from Navy Pier has become a Chicago tradition and there is no better seat in the house to watch the show than sailing aboard 148′ Tall Ship Windy – the Official Flagship of the City of Chicago! Order a cold drink from our bar and enjoy a thrilling fireworks performance as you sail along the stunning and iconic Chicago skyline during this special event sail.

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4th of July Independence Celebration Sail! Aboard Chicago's Official Tall Ship Windy!

A SPECIAL EVENT SAIL! Treat yourself to an Independence Day Sail from the best seat in town!

Order a cool drink from our bar, then relax and enjoy a leisurely evening listening to patriotic music and enjoying the Chicago skyline. The City of Chicago MAY also have fireworks on July 4th, but officially this has not been announced. Chicago’s Fourth of July celebration is one of the best in the nation. Enjoying this event from Chicago’s official Schooner, Tall Ship Windy, is truly a VIP event. This event sells-out early.

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Monday Night Blues Summer Concert Series

There is something special about sailing in Chicago combined by kicking off your week and joining us for a 2-hour concert sail. This Navy Pier boat tour sails from 7pm-9pm every Monday this summer. We’ll help you chase your Monday BLUES away aboard the 148-foot Tall Ship Windy as you enjoy the breathtaking views of Chicago at sunset from the waters of Lake Michigan, accompanied by the sweet sounds of the blues.

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Chicago Skyline Sunset Sail

For the best Chicago sunset, visitors and residents alike, join us aboard the 148′ Tall Ship Windy – the official ambassador for the City of Chicago. Departing from Navy Pier daily, you will enjoy a spectacular sailing cruise and enjoy the breathtaking moments as the sun sets gently behind the Chicago Skyline. There is nothing like Chicago at sunset.

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Educational Sail: Tall Ship Discovery Sail

History comes alive on this exciting Windy City boat tour. Enjoy an educational adventure for curious minds of all ages with the backdrop of the iconic Chicago skyline always in view. Led by our crew-educators, experience a hands-on sailing excursion in Chicago aboard Windy.

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Happy Arr-our Chicago Architecture and Skyline Sail

Enjoy happy hour drink specials onboard this Navy Pier Boat Tour every night at 5pm and experience breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline from the water! It’s the perfect way to end your workday or kick off your weekend plans. Learn about the people, plans and persistence that shaped Chicago’s most famous sights and join us on the main deck to enjoy the lively narration and an Architectural Tour of Chicago from the water.

Explore Chicago Sailing Special Events

Chicago fireworks cruises, special event sails, welcome aboard tall ship windy.

Tall Ship Windy, sailing from Chicago’s Navy Pier, brings you exciting boat tours that are educational, creative and inspiring. From our daily storytelling adventures and field trips for students to our concert sails to lively Chicago Architectural Tours, there is something for everyone. Enjoy the Chicago skyline as you sail on our tall ship!

For group boat excursions and private sailing charters, email us at [email protected] or call us at (312) 451-2700 .

Tall Ship Windy offers the most spectacular Chicago fireworks cruises during the summer.

Our boat tours are both fun and educational, which makes them the perfect way to see Lake Michigan.

Feel the spirit of centuries past and hoist the sails as part of your Chicago boat excursion on Tall Ship Windy.

There is simply no better way to experience Chicago’s world-famous skyline than on a Windy City Boat Tour with Tall Ship Windy.

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We went on the "pirate" cruise. They told tales of actual Lake Michigan pirates and made it very entertaining for the kids and the adults. I want to go on this cruise again!

We went on the Lakeside Architecture Tour. It was a very educational and relaxing seventy-five minutes. I highly recommend the experience.

I've set sail on Tall Ship Windy 4-5 times over the past few years, and it is always a good time. You get a nice view of the city and the crew is entertaining and knowledgeable.

If you want humor, entertainment, and an inclusive experience for young and the old, don’t miss this! I appreciate everything about this adventure, and Austin you’re the best!

Had a wonderful sail on a chilly, overcast night! Crew was professional, friendly and informative. Would recommend this trip to anyone, so relaxing. Oh, used a Groupon, an extra bonus!

Best view of the city! Highly recommend the 7pm sail to watch the sunset between the buildings. Fun and knowledgeable crew made the Windy the highlight of our Chicago visit.

The most fun tour we’ve had of Chicago. The crew is fantastic and the tour guide is hilarious. His sense of humor really sets this tour apart from the rest, while still offering interesting insights on the city’s unique skyline. Loved it.

Loved our sail! I love sunsets and this in my opinion was the best way to experience the Chicago skyline. When I return I’d love to do another tour!

Honestly, a perfect experience. Exactly on-time departure and arrival. Perfect boat - size and look. The Captain and crew were friendly and knowledgable. My son raised the sail. Hard. Fun. An experience. The frozen drinks and cold beers were excellent. The views? Wow. A great soundtrack plays during the excursion at perfect volume level. A great time for all ages of Pirates. I guess I liked it :) Just do it. Thank me later.

The Tall Ship Windy is a must thing to do at Navy Pier. Very friendly and funny staff and always a good time, with beautiful views of the city of Chicago.

My husband and I just did the "Pirate and Maritime Stories" tour with Tall Ship Windy and it was fabulous. A lovely cruise around the Navy Pier, while hearing some fascinating pirate history about Chicago. We highly recommend this experience for any age!

I’m a life long Chicagoan and I brought my out of town relatives on this cruise and we all loved it! It was a gorgeous summer late afternoon and the city was just sparkling. I loved having a new view of the city. Crew excellent. My nephew helped hoist a sail. Narrator very entertaining and informative. I thought the price was great for the experience.

What a great experience! Beautiful and ever-changing views of the night skyline from the lake. When they hoisted the sails and turned off the motor, it was so peaceful. The incredible fireworks were the perfect ending to this cruise. Highly suggest!!

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Your guide to Navy Pier

Completed in 1916, Navy Pier is undeniably one of Chicago’s top attractions. Stretching into Lake Michigan, this year-round destination truly comes to life in the summer, with fireworks displays, live music, theatre, and cruises setting sail daily. Come fall and winter, Navy Pier is still hopping, with special events, sights, and activities that span all ages and interests. Here’s just a glimpse of the fun to be had at Navy Pier.

Rides and games at Navy Pier

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Centennial Wheel : The Centennial Wheel soars to nearly 200 feet, with year-round, climate-controlled gondolas for the most spectacular Ferris wheel ride ever. It’s an iconic part of the Chicago skyline and a treasured piece of Chicago history, harkening to the city’s 1893 World’s Fair. You can even book a VIP Centennial Wheel experience in a glass-bottomed, plush-seated gondola.

FlyOver Chicago : FlyOver Chicago is a can’t-miss experience at Navy Pier. Soar over skyscrapers and iconic Chicago landmarks during your ride on FlyOver Chicago, a thrilling and fully immersive journey. This exhilarating ride uses motion seats, scents, mists, and spatial audio to give you a view of Chicago you’ve never seen before.

lluminarium : This unique attraction uses cutting-edge visual, audio, and projection technology to transport you everywhere from the surface of the moon to the plains of Africa. The show is brought to life using 4K laser projection and 3D audio for a completely 360-degree experience.

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Pier Park : Pier Park is the epitome of fun. It’s where you’ll find the amazing Centennial Wheel, the Pepsi Wave Swinger, the Drop Tower, a 1920s-inspired musical carousel, and other nostalgic fairground rides — all with breathtaking skyline and waterfront views.

Amazing Chicago’s Funhouse Maze : This is Chicago’s only self-paced, full sensory maze experience. Navigate your way through 4,000 square feet of tunnels, mazes, and games.

Amazing Chicago’s Time Freak Game : Race against the block to gather points during this high-speed, all-ages game.

Other rides and games at the Pier include The Butterfly House, mini-golf, indoor golf, spinning tea cups, and more.

Cultural attractions and museums

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Chicago Children’s Museum : Kids dig for bones on a dinosaur expedition, scale a three-story schooner, and even make a splash in a water playground. Chicago Children’s Museum is three floors of unadulterated fun for kids aged 10 and under. Don’t miss the Chicago Children’s Museum store while you’re there for fun, educational, and imagination-expanding toys and games.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater : This Tony Award-winning theatre hosts more than 650 performances a year, with a year-round season that presents plays, musicals, world premieres, and visiting touring companies. The theatre is particularly celebrated for The Yard, an engineering marvel in stage design, consisting of nine moveable towers that can be reconfigured to accomplish the vision of each production.

Outdoor adventures at Navy Pier

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Boat cruises and tours : Whatever’s on your cruise wish list, you’ll find it at Navy Pier. Cruise on Lake Michigan and the Chicago River and experience everything from laid-back sightseeing and elegant dining to heart-pumping thrill rides and private charters. There’s even a cruise you and your dog can enjoy.

Bike rentals : Explore the lakefront around the Pier on two wheels with these family-friendly bike rentals. Choose from adults and kids bikes, e-bikes, and even quadcycles.

Public art and exhibitions : Navy Pier presents a rotating array of contemporary art designed to excite and inspire visitors. An ever-evolving schedule of art installations and exhibits keeps Navy Pier’s art scene hopping throughout the year.

Polk Bros Park : Polk Bros Fountain and Plaza at the entry to Navy Pier features a dramatic fountain with more than 150 jets that mimic the movement of waves, schools of fish, or flocks of birds. The Performance Lawns include two performance spaces to host live arts and cultural events, with Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline as their backdrops. Stop in at The Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion, too, for information about things to do and see at the pier, guest maps, and more.

Navy Pier restaurants and bars

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Navy Pier Beer Garden : This seasonal beer garden is one of Chicago’s go-to destinations for free, live, outdoor music. This lakeside venue also offers some of the city’s best lake and skyline views.

Offshore Rooftop & Bar : The nation’s largest rooftop bar, Offshore Rooftop & Bar offers panoramic lakefront and city views from atop Navy Pier’s Festival Hall. The space features a full-service kitchen, creative cocktails, cozy fire pits, and lounge seating.

Chef Art Smith’s Reunion : It’s all about coming together over simple, delicious food at Reunion, a welcoming and family-oriented spot helmed by acclaimed chef Art Smith. The menu offers comforting dishes with Southern flavors.

There’s a never-ending array of food options on the Pier , representing some of Chicago’s most well-known cuisine. Here are just a few options:

  • America’s Dog & Burger : Classic Chicago-style dogs and more
  • Beat Kitchen Cantina : An outpost of a beloved neighborhood venue
  • Big Bowl Chinese Express : Fast and casual Asian cuisine
  • Billy Goat Tavern : Home of the world famous “cheezborger”
  • Garrett Popcorn Shops : A local legend, don’t miss the classic Garrett’s Mix
  • Giordano’s : Iconic deep dish pizza, an only-in-Chicago experience
  • Harry Caray’s Tavern : Barbecue, local craft beer, and sports memorabilia
  • Lirica : Elevated Latin-inspired fare with sweeping waterfront views
  • The Original Rainbow Cone : A Chicago classic, five flavors piled high on a cake cone

Navy Pier summer fireworks and events

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The annual summer fireworks at Navy Pier are a favorite among locals and visitors alike, drawing crowds to the lakefront for the twice-weekly show.

The summer fireworks display traditionally takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The show typically starts between 9:30 and 10:15 p.m., check the latest schedule for details.

You can see the fireworks from most areas of the lakefront immediately north and south of Navy Pier. But the show is particularly stunning from atop the Centennial Wheel or on an evening lakefront fireworks cruise.

Water Flicks at Navy Pier

Summer also brings a full line-up of fun and free events to the Pier. Check out some of the music, fitness, food, and family-friendly events you can expect each summer:

  • Neighborhood Artisan Markets and Workshops
  • Wave Wall Moves dance series and Wave Wall Wax DJ sets
  • Live on the Lake! concerts at the Miller Lite Beer Garden
  • Pier Fitness classes and Sunset Yoga
  • Water Colors live jazz series
  • Water Flicks outdoor movie screenings

Check out the Navy Pier events calendar for more.

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Sable Hotel at Navy Pier

Sable at Navy Pier , part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, is the first and only hotel right on Navy Pier. Each room features jaw-dropping vistas of the surrounding lake and city skylines. Along with can’t-be-beat views, the hotel also features Lirica , with Latin-inspired cuisine, an expansive bar, and spacious outdoor seating with waterfront vistas. The best part of the Sable hotel — it’s just steps away from everything Navy Pier has to offer.

Accessibility at Navy Pier

Navy Pier is continuously working to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. Accessibility accommodations include wheelchair rentals, accessible parking and attractions, resources for those who are deaf or blind, and beyond. Learn more about accessibility at Navy Pier .

Getting to Navy Pier

Navy Pier RTA The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) trip planner makes it easy to use CTA, Metra, and Pace buses and trains with real-time next-bus and next-train travel information. Access the latest transit information and the RTA trip planner .

Navy Pier Metra Transfer from your Metra train to CTA buses and travel directly to Navy Pier. Use CTA bus #124 from Union Station, Ogilvie Station, and Millennium Station and CTA bus #29 from LaSalle Street Station and Millennium Station. Plan your route .

Navy Pier CTA bus The following bus routes all serve Navy Pier: #29 State (serving Metra lines from LaSalle Street Station and Millennium Station) #65 Grand #66 Chicago #124 Navy Pier (serving Metra lines from Union Station, Ogilvie Station, Millennium Station) #2 Hyde Park Express (during weekday morning and evening rush hours only)

Taxis and rideshare You can get to Navy Pier via taxi and rideshare from anywhere in the city. In addition to hailing taxis, you can e-Hail and e-Pay with CHICABS -approved apps ARRO and CURB . Credit cards are accepted in all taxis.

Parking Navy Pier has two on-site parking garages , West Garage and East Garage. Self-park rates start at $16 for one hour. Discounted parking is available at select off-site parking garages.

Valet parking is available at Entrance 2, located just past the entrance and exit to West Parking. The Pier offers complimentary electric vehicle charging stations in both the East and West garages.

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