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Navy Pier

600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 (Gold Coast)
312-595-7437
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As featured in Chicago for young kids
Ranked #72 of 332 attractions in Chicago
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Type: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks, Parks
Activities: Shopping, Dining
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Owner description: Navy Pier is the place where all of Chicagoland and tourists from around the world have come together since 1995 to enjoy the beauty and the thrills... more » Owner description: Navy Pier is the place where all of Chicagoland and tourists from around the world have come together since 1995 to enjoy the beauty and the thrills of a day on Lake Michigan. From rides to restaurants, exhibitions to entertainment, shopping to dining cruises and tour boats Navy Pier has it all - in a location unlike any other!There's so much to do in our 50 acres of parks, promenades, gardens, shops, eateries and attractions.Take a ride on our 15-story Ferris wheel. Catch a movie at the IMAX® Theatre. Visit three floors of hands-on fun at the Chicago Children's Museum inside the Family Pavilion. Experience any one of the cruise boat rides departing from Navy Pier's South Dock. Or just kick back and enjoy your favorite form of entertainment at the Pepsi Skyline Stage, Dock Street Stage, Landshark Beer Garden or Family Pavilion Stage.Come experience all that Navy Pier has to offer year-round! « less
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

I was in Chicago for a telecoms conference this week and visited Navy Pier on Tuesday evening, the views of the city and Lake Michigan are stunning. Worth a visit, didn't have time to do the ferris wheel. I imagine the views of the city and canal would be excellent from up there. You can take a charter boat out... More

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Niagara Falls, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Navy Pier, a lovely place to be at, during summers. There are many places to eat and to enjoy snack. Also, you will find lots of gift shops. You can take boat rides, around the down town, or you can rent a jet ski. Boat ride around the down town is not expensive, plus you will see lovely buildings. Parking... More

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Macomb, Michigan, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

If you go to Chicago don't forget to go to Navy Pier. We took one of the boat rides it was nice. The shops are nice. Brought a Navy Pier tee shirt for around 10.00 I thought that was pretty good.

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Great Falls, Montana, United States
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

It was an ok place to go. Not really alot to do there. Unless you want to take a Charter Boat. Other than that just a place to kill time.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Navy Pier is the type of attraction the average Chicagoan may visit every few years; in other words, it's very touristy which is reflected in the prices and high ratio of shopping options to attractions. Key attractions include the ferris wheel along with some other small rides and games, a Shakespearean theatre, other shows, a wide array of boat rides... More

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Dayton, OH
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

I really wouldn't go back here unless I was doing something like visiting the children's museum or taking a cruise. The shopping is non existent, there is no activities really other than what I mentioned, and the food is sub par compared to what you can get up the street. Just not worth the trip unless you have an activity... More

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Columbus, Nebraska
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Honestly, Navy Pier is pretty much like any other pier... I wasn't overly impressed with this one, but this could be a result of me visiting California frequently where I'm used to "fun + touristy + pier" as more Boardwalk-esque. Nothing beats Santa Monica Pier yet... We got a few nice pictures of the Chicago skyline and a few of... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Check out their website before you stop by the pier. In summer, the pier has different events or performances at night. Just don't be miss of any good things at the pier. The firework show i think its about 20-30 minute. Its pretty and they also play hot songs in the backgrounds. Many teens singing and dancing along with the... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

We had a bus trip that stopped at Navy Pier the 1st Sunday of May. Although it was nice and sunny the windy city – next to the lake made it so you needed a jacket. Navy Pier offers a deal for groups of 20 or more the chance to purchase discount ride tickets and discount meals at various restaurants... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

If you are looking for somewhere fun to take kids in Chicago, Navy Pier is the place! It has a gigantic Ferris wheel that lights up at night, mini golf courses, entertainment etc.

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