Tours/Chicago/Chicago 3D Fireworks Cruise
Viator · group up to 250 pax

Chicago 3D Fireworks Cruise

4.2(259)Chicago1 hour
VIATOR4.1(210)TRIPADVISOR4.5(49)

Description

Experience a getaway without leaving the city on this 3D Fireworks Cruise, departing Wednesdays and Saturdays from the Chicago Riverwalk every week during the summer months. Enjoy lively narration to the Chicago Harbor Lock and capture stunning photos of Chicago’s skyline. Then put on your complimentary “3D” glasses and enjoy a musical soundtrack as you take in an unbeatable view of a Chicago’s fireworks display from Lake Michigan! Please arrive 30 minutes in advance. The boat departs promptly at the scheduled departure time.

Tour Options

General Boarding
Priority Boarding
  • Please arrive 30 minutes early: Priority Boarding Tickets include an exclusive early boarding period and the skip-the-queue during general boarding.

Itinerary

Pass by

Your cruise will depart from the Chicago Riverwalk and includes light narration as you make your way to the lake.

Pass by

Take in breathtaking views of the city skyline from Lake Michigan.

Pass by

Enjoy an unbeatable view of Chicago’s fireworks display near Navy Pier.

Highlights

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Snacks, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase on board.
Restroom on board
Live commentary on board

What's included

Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Snacks, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase on board.
Restroom on board
Live commentary on board
Not included
Gratuities
Food and drinks

Traveller Ratings

4.2
259 reviews
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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please proceed directly to the boat with your voucher
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Discounted parking available at 111 E. Wacker Drive. Please visit the dockside box office for parking ticket validation
  • Please arrive 30 minutes in advance. The boat leaves promptly at the scheduled departure time.
  • Wheelchair accessibility varies by vessel. Please contact us in advance to confirm availability.

Reviews(259)

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Emma_G
August 14, 2026
Disappointed

We didn’t make it out onto the Lake. Watched the fireworks stacked up with lots of other boats by the barrage. No communication from anyone as to why and then turned around and went back. Disappointing experience for £200

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Lorrie_C
August 6, 2026
Fantastic Fun

It was such a fun & cool adventure! The river view was buildings was great. Haley did a great job narrating!

Operator response

Thank you for your review. We think Haley is awesome too. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your tour with us. We hope you will return soon.

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Trail558564
August 5, 2026
Fabulous night

Fabulous experience all around. The guide was amazing. The views of the skyline at night and the fireworks were breathtaking. The architecture tour doesn’t go as far down the river as the day trip but hits the major sites and the guide provided very interesting historical facts.

Operator response

Thank you for your review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your tour with us. Hope you will return soon.

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elliotg353
July 31, 2026
It was a blast!

My family had a great time. Friendly crew was knowledgeable and entertaining. Couldn’t have asked for a better view of the skyline and the fireworks. Totally worth the price.

Operator response

Thank you for your review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your tour with us. Hope you will return soon.

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Verdell_B
July 23, 2026
Skyline!!

It is an incredible view of Chicago at sunset. The fireworks were actually pretty nice. They do this every night so I wasn’t expecting much but they do a good job. I just don’t like waiting for and in the lock to go in and out of Lake Michigan. I still recommend the trip

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Nagaswetha_K
July 23, 2026
I was little disappointed...

I was little disappointed with the tour. We spent most of the time on the locks. Saw the fireworks away from the skyline. I wish the boat was facing the skyline to see the fire works with skyline back drop.

Operator response

Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations. We understand that the fireworks viewing location and overall route may not have been what you were hoping for. We appreciate your feedback regarding the skyline backdrop, as we are always looking for ways to improve the guest experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you aboard again.

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Samira_T
July 23, 2026
An awesome evening, great...

An awesome evening, great on board experience. Hailey was super wonderful ! Views were spectacular. Can’t say enough .

Operator response

Thank you for review. We think Hailey is awesome too. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your tour with us. Hope you return soon.

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Alayna_R
July 20, 2026
Fun, lots of boat exhaust while waiting in the harbor lock.

The fireworks were nice and close. We went through the lock and channel thing, which took a good amount of time, maybe 20 plus minutes each way. The only complaint is that you’re stuck waiting in a cluster of boats and the exhaust fumes are heavy and hard to escape. Maybe go inside for this part if you have breathing sensitivities. We didn’t want to lose our seats so we stuck it out. Really didn’t get out on the lake much at all, just went around the pier and back, which was cool. I loved that they went down the river and back before the end of the cruise. Felt like a little added extra. Great to see the river at night.

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Paul_H
July 19, 2026
Beautiful evening on the lake!

It was efficiently run and a beautiful evening. Fireworks were awesome!! Learned a lot about the Chicago River and the locks in and out of the Lake.

Operator response

Thank you for your review. Yes, Chicago is a beautiful city especially in the evening. We are glad that you enjoyed your tour with us. Hope you will return soon.

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Arther_J
July 19, 2026
Best Fireworks Cruise.

This cruise was the most informative one I’ve ever been on, and the fireworks were first class overall a 10!

Operator response

Thank you for your review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your tour with us. Hope you will return soon.

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