Navy Pier
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Chicago, Ill. 60611
(312) 595-PIER (7437)
Cost: Free admission. Fees for attractions vary.
Hours: Through March 31: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m. -7 p.m. Sunday; April-Memorial Day: Sunday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
More than 50 acres of parks, promenades, gardens, shops, restaurants and attractions, as well as an array of family-oriented events and attractions. Enjoy year-round free entertainment with musical and theatrical performances by jugglers, magicians and costumed characters. The pier is also home to the Chicago Children's Museum and Amazing Chicago, a 4,000-square-foot maze. Pleasure boats dock at Navy Pier and offer everything from dinner cruises to speedboat rides, depending on the season. Navy Pier is free, but parking and many attractions charge a fee. Open year-round.
