The Local Tourist's Guide to Navy Pier

Chicago's Navy Pier is the Midwest's most popular destination, and for good reason! This playground for adults, kids, locals, and tourists offers 50 acres of dining, shopping, boating, theater, attractions, and so much more. It's no wonder that nearly ten million people visit every year!

You'll find everything you need to know about Navy Pier:

See Chicago from nearly 200 feet in the air
How to save money on food and attractions
Eat like a local at over a dozen Chicago-based restaurants
Take a fireworks dinner cruise on Lake Michigan
Or, take a speedboat tour
Rent a bike and explore the lakefront path
Find a nearby hotel
Shop for unique items

If you've never been to Navy Pier you'll feel just like a local with our comprehensive resource. Even if you go every week we'll help you see it like it's your first time visiting. You'll learn the easiest ways to get there and how to find the cheapest parking. We'll share the storied history of the pier, from military training ground to jailhouse to festival host. You'll know which restaurants and stores are from Chicago, so you can truly experience the pier like a local.

But wait, there's more! This guide also includes Day At The Pier itineraries for families, couples, and rainy days that will help you navigate the many options for entertainment.

Navy Pier is still undergoing renovation, so you might wonder: What happens when new places open, or they add that hotel they've been planning, or there are other changes? When they make changes at Navy Pier we'll make changes to the guide through December 31, 2016.

Experience the fascination of a tourist and feel the comfort of the local with The Local Tourist's Guide to Navy Pier.