Find the perfect end to your day at Navy Pier. A tourist attraction by day quickly transforms into a romantic, classy destination for your evening meal at Riva Crabhouse, a top Chicago seafood restaurant. A Phil Stefani Signature Restaurant, Riva is situated a little further down Navy Pier, making it perfect for a breathtaking view… Read more »
A long day at Navy Pier and a long way from the Loop can make you ask one thing: what’s there to eat around here? Well, if you are a sports enthusiast (or just enjoy great food) the answer to the question is Navy Pier Restaurant Harry Caray’s Tavern. Located right near the entrance of… Read more »
By car, train, bus or boat, Getting to Navy Pier in Chicago is a breeze! Here’s a guide to how to get to Navy Pier – no matter your preferred method of transportation. Take Metra to Navy Pier Navy Pier is easily accessible via train thanks to the Metra train lines. With numerous stations downtown… Read more »
There is nothing more iconic, picture-perfect, and breathtaking than the Chicago Skyline. Whether you’re looking for a day of family fun or a night of dinner and dancing, Navy Pier’s numerous vessels offer one-of-a-kind experiences for a cruise off shore. For a seafaring adventure, bring the family aboard Tall Ship Windy. A 148-foot, four-masted sailing… Read more »
You’re not going to believe this, but Navy Pier has ties to the U.S. military. It’s true. Read on to learn more about why Navy Pier was built. Why Was Navy Pier Built? Navy Pier Chicago served as a temporary home for military personnel during the two world wars. It housed some soldiers, Red Cross… Read more »
The Chicago Children’s Museum at Navy Pier’s new special exhibit, Pets Unleashed, opens on Jan. 23rd, channeling kid’s natural love of animals into a pet paradise filled with climbable dwellings, “pets”, and props of all kinds making for hours of imaginative play. Let’s face it, kids everywhere love pets—both the real and stuffed varieties—and this deep connection often represents the first real opportunity to practice care taking behaviors that nurture empathy… Read more »
Head to the Chicago Shakespeare Theater at Navy Pier this weekend for your last chance to take in the uproarious comedy The Heir Apparent . Playing in the Courtyard Theater through Jan. 17, rhyming couplets and contemporary slang abound in this deliciously off-color tribute to Jean-François Regnard’s comic masterpiece, Le Légataire universel. Young Eraste has it all—good looks, a… Read more »
Still trying to decide what to do on New Year’s Eve? Why not celebrate at Navy Pier, offering the city’s only lakefront fireworks show at midnight and one of the largest celebrations in town. One of the biggest scene and be seen events, New Year’s Eve at The Crystal Gardens is celebrating its ten year… Read more »
The wait is finally over. The highly-anticipated Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens opens on Dec. 17 and if the screen at the local multiplex doesn’t seem up to snuff, head to Navy Pier’s IMAX Theatre for the palatial theatrical experience this film deserves. Star Wars on a soaring screen, with heart-pounding audio, and all… Read more »
This is your last chance to round up the troops and head to Navy Pier where you can bask in seasonal bliss without bundling up. The PNC Bank Winter WonderFest is open until Jan. 10 and offers more 24 rides and attractions and 170,000-square-feet of entertainment for all ages. New attractions this year include the Polar Extreme, a double-sided inflatable… Read more »