- Depending on the cruise you choose, boarding opens 30–60 mins before the scheduled departure.
- Your evening on the water lasts around 45 mins to 3 hours, giving you plenty of time to dine, relax, and take in the views.
- During the summer months, select cruises also include a fireworks show, adding a spectacular finale to your evening.
Why go on a Chicago dinner cruise
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See the skyline sparkle
Watch the lights of Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the John Hancock Center reflect beautifully off the water. The city looks completely different at night, and from the deck, you’ll get a perspective of Chicago that most people never experience.
Romantic setting on the water
A Chicago lakefront dinner cruise makes the perfect backdrop for anniversaries, proposals, or a special date night. Between candle-lit tables, soft music, and sweeping skyline views, it’s a recipe for romance that land-based restaurants simply can’t match.
Gourmet dining with views
Enjoy multi-course menus featuring fresh entrees, indulgent desserts, and hand-crafted cocktails while cruising past Chicago’s landmarks. With professional chefs on board, your dinner feels more like a fine dining experience with the bonus of ever-changing scenery outside your window.
Celebrate in style
From birthdays to office parties, a dinner boat cruise in Chicago transforms any occasion into something extraordinary. Private tables, live entertainment, and the option to add champagne or fireworks make these cruises tailor-made for celebrations big and small.
Fireworks from the best seat in the city
On select summer nights, catch Navy Pier’s fireworks from the deck, an experience you can’t get anywhere else. Instead of craning your neck in a crowded pier, you’ll enjoy the show in comfort, with the water as your front-row seat.
