Dinner Cruises

Sea Dog Cruise on Lake Michigan

4.7/5(61)

Stanley G

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Everything was perfect. The narrator did an excellent job explaining the sites and history behind them. The weather was perfect and it was very relaxing.

Gene V

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

On-time boarding, smooth and interesting ride. The guide, Ryan, was engaging and high-energy with interesting stories about the landmark buildings and some historic Chicago events. Terrific overall, I would just critique that downloading the app to retrieve tickets should not be mandatory; feels like that wasn't properly disclosed. We are happy with the experience overall.

Tamia P

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Went for my birthday , very fun ride kind of felt like a rollercoaster I was screaming lol but very much worth it and you will get very wet so be prepared to be drenched in water from head to toe , nice views and fun tour guides

Chad H

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

This was a wonderful experience! The SeaDog tour was fun for everyone in our family! Our tour guide (I wish I could remember his name!) was awesome! Funny and Intelligent! Thank you !

Cruise Lake Michigan for up to 30 minutes on a speedboat and take in panoramic views of Chicago’s skyline and bustling lakefront.

Glide past the city’s most iconic skyscrapers as expert guides weave entertaining stories and architectural facts into your journey.

The speedboat tour is an adventure anyone who wants a highlights trip around Chicago's architectural landmarks can enjoy.

Boarding at Navy Pier makes access a breeze, with its convenient location and popular attractions that you can explore nearby.

This short cruise offers a combination of adventure, sightseeing, and water-based thrills in one fun experience.

30-minute speedboat cruise on Lake Michigan

Scenic views of the Chicago skyline

Live commentary and narration

High-speed thrill speedboat ride (as per option selected)

60-minute cruise on Lake Michigan (as per option selected)

Views of Navy Pier’s fireworks display (as per option selected)

Food and beverages

TOTAL DURATION1 hour - 1 hour
FREQUENCYEvery Wednesday & Saturday evening during summer months
MODE OF TRANSFERSpeedboat
1 Boarding point
Navy Pier
Sights covered
Willis Tower
Field Museum
Shedd Aquarium
Adler Planetarium
Buckingham Fountain
Grant Park
Chicago Harbor
Magnificent Mile

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Stanley G
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Everything was perfect. The narrator did an excellent job explaining the sites and history behind them. The weather was perfect and it was very relaxing.
Karl D
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Fast, exciting, fun, but WET! EVERYONE was smiling and into the experience. Crew was helpful, engaging, and entertaining
Sarah B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The captain and other staff was very nice the ride was very exciting and I will return for another thrill
Richard K
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
The tour guide was hilarious and so enjoyable! He definitely made the trip awesome!
Mikita A
Family
Verified booking
4 days ago
Great view of the city and the feeling the wind. We stayed dried and enjoyed.

What to bring

Carry a valid photo ID, as you may be asked to present identification matching the name on your booking at entry.

Children aged under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the experience.

What’s not allowed

Pets and dogs are not allowed on board any cruise.

Meals and beverages are not included with your ticket and are not available for purchase during the cruise.

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage cannot be brought on board.

Glass containers are not permitted on speedboat tours for safety reasons.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

The tour is not recommended for pregnant guests or those with neck or back conditions.

Additional information

All cruises depart from Navy Pier, located at 600 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL.

Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for boarding.

Fireworks displays are organized by Navy Pier and may be canceled or modified due to weather conditions.

Guests are required to follow all safety instructions issued by the crew during the experience.

Participants on the Thrill Speedboat ride must meet the minimum height requirement of 48 inches.

Guests are welcome to bring their own drinks on board the speedboat tour.

Note: Guests who arrive after the scheduled departure time will not be eligible for refunds or tour rescheduling.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.