Navy Pier Ferris Wheel and Rides
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Overview
Enjoy the Navy Pier with your Centennial Wheel tickets and take in the commanding views of the city and Lake Michigan at 200 feet. You’ll get a 360-degree view, and as each gondola is enclosed, you can ride all year round, no matter the weather. Plus, you can pick from three other rides, including the Carousel, the Drop Tower, the Light Tower, the Pier Park Mini-Golf, the Tea Cups, and the Wave Singer. (These additional rides typically only operate between May and October, weather dependent.)
The Navy Pier in Chicago is considered the number one tourist and leisure destination in the Midwest, and it's the longest public pier in the world. Attracting 8.6 million visitors each year, Navy Pier is a 50-acre, lakeside wonderland that lets visitors enjoy the splendors of Lake Michigan.
Once you’ve taken a spin on the Navy Pier wheel, you can explore the other rides along the pier, check out the museums, or hit the shops and restaurants. Grab a famous Chicago hot dog or pick up a souvenir as a memento.
Highlights
Navy Pier highlights
Centennial Wheel
Reaching heights of nearly 200 feet, you'll enjoy jaw-dropping, 360-degree views of Chicago and Lake Michigan. It features enclosed, climate-controlled capsules and operates year-round, weather permitting.
The Carousel
This carousel was designed exclusively for Navy Pier. Hop on a horse or hitch a ride with a frog and enjoy the trip!
The Drop Tower
Prepare for a G-force launch, followed by a free-fall towards the ground - this one is for the thrill-seekers!
The Wave Swinger
Soar through the air on a swing ride!
Light Tower
Enjoy the highs and lows of this fun tower.
Tea Cups
This fair ground classic is a colorful delight!
Pier Park Mini-Golf
Navy Pier’s newest attraction, it offers you mini-golfing fun on a 9-hole course that is designed for all ages and ability levels.
Facts
Before the Centennial Wheel was erected in 2016, the Navy Pier Ferris wheel stood in its place.
The Ferris wheel had over 17 million riders in its ten-year life span.
The record for the longest marathon on a fairground or theme park attraction was set in 2013 when Clinton Shepard rode the Ferris wheel for 48 hours, 8 minutes and 25 seconds.
Inclusions
We're the only pass in Chicago to include the Centennial Wheel + three additional rides!
Your three additional ride options include the Carousel, the Drop Tower, the Light Tower, Pier Park Mini-Golf, the Tea Cups, and the Wave Singer. (These additional rides typically only operate between May and October, weather dependent.)
Getting In
Show your pass to the attendant directly at the Centennial Wheel or other rides for scanning. Please be aware that all rides must all be used on the same day.
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Opening Hours
Please note that this is a seasonal attraction. Although the Centennial Wheel operates all year round, The Carousel, Drop Tower, Pier Park Mini-Golf, Wave Swinger, Light Tower and Tea Cups typically only operate between May and October.
Normal operating hours:
Sunday - Thursday: 11AM-9PM
Friday and Saturday: 11AM-10PM
Hours may vary. We recommend visiting the Navy Pier website for the most up-to-date information on hours of operation.
Closing Hours
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
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