Lake Michigan Fireworks Cruise in Chicago

4.2 (142 reviews) 2–3 hours

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About this activity

No city embraces summer quite like Chicago. Join in the celebration with friends and family on this epic fireworks cruise. Get up-close and personal every Wednesday and Saturday night with an unobstructed 360-degree view of this exciting and thunderous spectacle.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 250 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Wendella Tours & Cruises

Ages: Infants (1–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks (full service cash bar available on board)
Not included: 12 hours Parking at Wendella $12

Itinerary

Navy Pier

Passing by

Venture though the Chicago Lock and out onto Lake Michigan for an unobstructed 360 view of Navy Pier's spectacular fireworks display. Please note that tour time is roughly 2.5 hours but could be slightly longer due to congestion at the lock.
Centennial Fountain And Water Arc

Passing by

Dedicated in 1989 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago, known for reversing the flow of the Chicago River in 1900. For the first five minutes of every hour, the fountain shoots a water arc across the river from a tiered waterfall.
Merchandise Mart

Passing by

The largest commercial building in the world.
Michigan Avenue Bridge

Passing by

Michigan Avenue is home of the Chicago Water Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, and the shopping on the Magnificent Mile.
Wrigley Building

Passing by

This white, terra-cotta landmark was built in 1922 as headquarters for the Wrigley chewing gum company.
Lyric Opera of Chicago

Passing by

Second-largest opera auditorium in North America, with an Art Deco interior

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Arrive at 400 N Michigan Avenue 30 minutes before your departure and you will be directed to your boarding dock. Please allow yourself plenty of time to arrive if driving. We do not have parking. It is recommend that you book parking in advance.

End point

Arrive at 400 N Michigan Avenue 30 minutes before your departure and you will be directed to your boarding dock. Please allow yourself plenty of time to arrive if driving. We do not have parking. It is recommend that you book parking in advance.

Using your ticket

Your ticket will be scanned from your phone, so you do not need to exchange anything at the window. All guests need a ticket to board, including children & infants.

The closest address to most docks is 400 N Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 60611 (near the Wrigley Building). From there you can check in with an employee who can direct you to your boarding area. You must arrive at least 30 minutes before the departure time to be directed to your dock.

If driving, note that Downtown Chicago traffic can be slow and congested. Please allow yourself plenty of time for traffic and parking if driving. Wendella does not have parking. We recommend that you park at InterPark Public Parking located at 430 N Rush Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Wendella guests may park for up to 8 hours at a discounted rate of $14.00 with a parking chaser coupon from our ticket office. You may also park at Trump International Hotel & Tower located at 401 N Wabash, Chicago, Il 60611. Wendella guests may park for up to 6 hours at a discounted rate of $18.00 with a parking chaser coupon from our ticket office. Parking is subject to availability and will fill up on holidays and weekends. If these lots are full, you are responsible for booking your own parking. We cannot validate parking booking in advance. If you are late due to traffic, parking, etc., you must contact us before your departure time to discuss your rescheduling options. If you arrive late, with no notice, you will not be compensated or rescheduled. Please plan accordingly.

Some docks require that you walk down many stairs to the boarding area. If you need an ADA-accessible dock, please call us at 312-337-1446 with at least 24 hours’ notice.

Seating is general admission and is based on a first-come, first-served basis.

Alcohol & weapons are prohibited. All bags are subject to search.

Tours are rarely cancelled due to weather and are only cancelled if weather conditions are unsafe (tornado warnings, extreme ice or subzero temps, etc.)