NAVY PIER®: ONE OF CHICAGO'S TOP ATTRACTIONS
Navy Pier is
where you go in Chicago for events, free public programs, attractions, culture, dining, shopping and more
. It's where fun lives large, whether you're a visitor or local, with family or friends.
Navy Pier will implement a temporary Pier-wide closure starting Tuesday, September 8
in an effort to limit the financial burden and impact of the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on the organization
.
yes you can bring your own food
.
Navy Pier has aligned with the City and State by
lifting the face mask requirement at the Pier
. Additionally, guests will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination to dine or drink indoors at Navy Pier, effective February 28.
Navy Pier stampede caused by security officer's false report of gunshots
, Chicago police say. CHICAGO — A stampede at a Fourth of July fireworks display that injured more than a dozen people at Chicago's Navy Pier started when a private security officer shouted for bystanders to take cover, police said Friday.
ENJOY A FREE
PUBLIC ART INSTALLATION
Navy Pier is an architectural gem and an engineering marvel, as well as a great place to gather and view public art and exhibitions. The Pier offers rotating free art installations and also has ongoing public art and historical points of interest.
Experience this
1.5-mile out-and-back trail
near Chicago, Illinois.
Boasting a length of
3,300 feet
, Navy Pier was the world's largest pier when its construction finished on July 15, 1916.
Tickets for single rides are
$12 for military and children ages 3 to 11 and $15 for adults
. Children younger than 3 can ride for free.
Do not leave any personal items, backpacks, packages or clothes unattended in any part of Navy Pier
.
Smoking, except in authorized places
.
Light Up the Lake at Navy Pier
And the
indoor Alpine ice rink
means skating thrills without any of the chill.
This is where the city triathletes go to train—and you really can't beat it. The beach at Ohio Street , just before you get to Navy Pier, actually faces north.
You can swim parallel to the seawall, heading north, and swim long distances without ever traveling too far from shore.
Sunday – Thursday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm | Friday – Saturday 11:00 am – 10:00pm |
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What street is the Chicago Theater on?
The Chicago Theatre, April 2009 | Wikimedia | © OpenStreetMap | Address 175 North State Street Chicago, Illinois 60601 | Owner Madison Square Garden Entertainment | Website |
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What should I avoid in Chicago?
- Don't ask for ketchup. …
- Miss the Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise. …
- Visit in the winter and complain about the weather. …
- … …
- Pay for a view. …
- Underestimate the Art Institute. …
- Amble on the Lakefront Trail. …
- Hate on Malört.
The Pier experienced a name change this year! Municipal Pier was officially renamed Navy Pier in 1927
as a tribute to the Navy personnel who were housed at the Pier during World War I
.
What part of Chicago is the safest?
- Printers Row. Located South of the Loop, between Congress Parkway and Polk Street, Printers Row used to be the center for publishing and printing in the 1880s. …
- Gold Coast. …
- Streeterville. …
- Lincoln Park. …
- Andersonville. …
- Edison Park.
Navy Pier
typically allows leashed dogs in outdoor common areas only, unless signs dictate otherwise
. Only service animals are permitted inside Navy Pier.
There isn't any designated free parking at Navy Pier
. If you're looking to save some money, you may find a cheaper garage or lot a little further away from the pier.
How much is parking at Navy Pier? The parking garage hours are open 24×7. The Navy Pier parking prices at East and West Garages
start from $16 and go up to $53 per day
. Valet parking can be as expensive as $55 for 12 hours.
The walk to many pier from the majestic is through the city.
From the aquarium it's up the lakefront and across grant park
. Both are nice walks.
The Chicago attraction hosts twice-weekly fireworks shows (on Wednesdays and Saturdays) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, with stunning views available from
across the pier's public spaces
.
Chicago's favorite sky spectacle show
Wednesday and Saturday nights from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend
. Find a spot anywhere on the pier to take in this dazzling free display.
What is the bean Chicago?
The Bean is
a work of public art in the heart of Chicago
. The sculpture, which is officially titled Cloud Gate, is one of the world's largest permanent outdoor art installations. The monumental work was unveiled in 2004 and quickly became of the Chicago's most iconic sights.
Navy Pier's Centennial Wheel is an iconic part of the Chicago skyline and a treasured piece of Chicago cultural history. Soaring to heights of
nearly 200 feet
, the Wheel offers visitors unparalleled, 360-degree views of Chicago and Lake Michigan.