Suggestions for Pier near Chicago

Fodor's Travel • January 28, 2016Navy Pier is fun, especially for families. Everyone can fan out to shop in the mall, play minigolf in Pier Park in summer, see a movie at the IMAX Theatre, or explore the Chicago Children's Museum.

Lee A. • August 21, 2014It’s a bit of a walk, but worth it for a beautiful view of downtown.

Thompson Hotels • June 20, 2011Our concierge Samantha recommends checking out the Navy Pier’s fireworks display from here at DuSable Harbor to avoid the major crowds.

Scott W. • September 4, 2011Shoreline tour docks on the pier while the river tour is on the South slip.

Time Out Chicago Kids • July 2, 2012The Seadog Xtreme at Navy Pier is nominated for Best Kid-Friendly Thrill in our Hipsqueak Awards, vote now at timeoutchicagokids.com/awards!

Jonathan F. • May 28, 2015This is an awesome beach so close to Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue. It is normally not as crowded as Oak Street Beach or North Avenue Beach. Great for distance swimming as well.

Agent M. • April 10, 2012$1/hour parking, 4 mile bike/run/walk to navy pier.

Roderique • August 24, 2013Great private view of the city and lake from the pier.

Andrew W. • August 14, 2014Never overcrowded. Great view from the pier.

Ethan A. • June 29, 2015Crowded, but a good beach that's close to Navy Pier!

Frankie N. • June 23, 2013Bring a flameless lighter, it gets windy out here

John K. • November 2, 2014Scenic spot

Yvonne • April 23, 2013Known for its long, whitewashed beach and even longer pier out into Lake Michigan, there's a great combo of grass & sand whether U want 2 chill out in the shade or soak up the sun. :-D

Dora • June 30, 2010Little (and big) anglers can drop a fishing line here; the pier and a bait shop are both within walking distance.Powered by ParentsConnect.com

Jonathan F. • July 7, 2015A great place to walk while avoiding a majority of the crowds on the beach. The sand does creep onto the concrete on windy days, so you may not want to ride your bike.

Tracy S. • March 16, 2014Nice view. Great place to get a nightcap and see the city at night. I could see coming here in the summer to see the navy pier fireworks with a captain and coke in hand.

James C. • August 25, 2015Really cool at the end of navy pier

Ryan G. • April 19, 2016Walk this bridge on the way to Navy Pier.

Michael C. • June 11, 2013Best food I found at the Navy Pier.

Bradley B. • September 12, 2012It's an amazingly beautiful and calm spot on the always hectic Navy Pier...

P S. • September 12, 2010lovely walk to the pier and back. good picnic area adjacent to beach.

Jackie M. • May 25, 2017Beautiful views and a nice walk to the navy pier.