Navy Pier is free
and open to the public year-round.
| Sunday – Thursday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm | Friday – Saturday 11:00 am – 10:00pm |
|---|
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
.
Each ride lasts
about 13 minutes
and rotates three times. A ride on the old ferris wheel was only seven minutes and rotated once. The new gondolas have air conditioning and heating systems. This improvement allows you to comfortably ride the Centennial Wheel in Chicago's painfully cold winters and hot summers.
The gondolas are temperature controlled and have air conditioning in the summer and heat in the winter
. The Wheel features special, high-tech safety glass to ensure the best climate inside and to prevent condensation.
Smoking, except in authorized places
.
Navy Pier
typically allows leashed dogs in outdoor common areas only, unless signs dictate otherwise
. Only service animals are permitted inside Navy Pier.
Is Chicago fully open?
Chicago is open
, and we're excited to welcome visitors and residents to experience all the city has to offer. In accordance with the latest guidelines, our museums, restaurants, attractions, and more are allowed to open with no required capacity limits.
The historic Chicago Athletic Club has the ultimate view of Millennium Park, Lake Michigan, and Navy Pier.
There's no doubt the fireworks will be spectacular from here if you can find a spot on the popular bar's outdoor balcony
.
Published March 24, 2022 • Updated on March 24, 2022 at 5:46 pm. Navy Pier's iconic firework show is returning to the lakefront this summer, along with a number of music and fitness events.
Fireworks will start along the pier on June 1 and continue weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays through August
.
Navy Pier is a bit of a longer walk, but
very do-able
. You cross the street, go down a set of steps and take public sidewalks (well traveled) to the Pier.
Fifth Third Bank Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier will be
open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays
, with the exception of special hours as listed below: – December 4–6 and 11–13: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Christmas Day: Closed – …
Do you have to be fully vaccinated in Chicago?
Effective January 3, 2022, any individual 5 years of age or older will be required to show proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to dine indoors, visit gyms, or enjoy entertainment venues where food or drink are being served. Why is this requirement necessary?
Boasting a length of
3,300 feet
, Navy Pier was the world's largest pier when its construction finished on July 15, 1916.
The new state-of-the-art gondolas feature leather cushioned seats, as well as video screens playing Navy Pier information
. Compared to its predecessor, which was built in 1995, the new Ferris wheel can accommodate 180 more passengers. Navy Pier officials are promising a longer ride experience.
Where is the world's tallest Ferris wheel?
2021:
the Ain Dubai in the United Arab Emirates
is 250-metre (820 ft). It opened to the public on 21 October 2021 and is currently the world's tallest Ferris wheel in operation.
Do Ferris wheels have camera?
The cameras are in every pod
, but they were part of the initial design and there has been no violent incident along the lines you mention. Leave the rumors and speculation to us. “)
The famous Centennial Wheel
spins year-round
from its perch at Navy Pier. In the wintertime, getting a birds-eye view of the city dusted with snow is nothing short of spectacular.
Named after designer George Washington Gale Ferris Jr., an engineer from Pittsburgh, Ferris brought the idea of the wheel to
Daniel Burnham
. The wheel was 264 feet tall and illuminated by 2,500 Edison incandescent lights. The wheel was meant to rival the newly completed Eiffel Tower in Paris.
The new wheel will operate using the start/stop system
. The old wheel used the continuous rotation system, but the start/stop system is more efficient. The start/stop system will stop the wheel seven times to load six gondolas which then lets the wheel operator set a number of rotations for the wheel.
Do not leave any personal items, backpacks, packages or clothes unattended in any part of Navy Pier
.
You are legally allowed to fly a drone in Chicago, as long as you follow all FAA regulations for drone use
, as well as a few Chicago-specific drone rules such as not flying over private property without authorization, and not flying over schools, places of worship, police stations, etc.
How much is parking at Navy Pier? The average price to park for three hours at Navy Pier ranges from
$15 – $35
depending on the season and how far away you park. If you choose to park all day, you will pay upwards of $50.
Parking at Navy Pier is the easiest and most convenient way to access the our many restaurants, shops, and attractions.
Navy Pier's two on-site parking garages, West Garage and East Garage, can accommodate a total of 1,500 vehicles
.
Is Chicago a dog-friendly city?
Chicago is a very dog-friendly city
, and there is so much for you and pet dog to explore in the city. Chicago has several well-defined dog-friendly areas where your dog can run around and socialise with other dogs.
Is there street parking in downtown Chicago?
Chicago has plenty of street and metered parking that costs between $2-6.50 per hour
. If you're looking for parking in The Loop, street parking costs $6.50 an hour. It's important to understand the rules of that specific meter if you don't want to get a parking ticket.
