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Chicago's Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket

4.2(69)Chicago1 hour
VIATOR4.2(22)TRIPADVISOR4.2(47)

Description

No visit to Navy Pier is complete without a ride on the Centennial Wheel, Navy Pier's iconic, 200-foot-tall Ferris wheel, promising unparalleled views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline. Each gondola seats up to 8 guests and is fully enclosed for year-round comfort.

Tour Options

Pier Park Attraction (Jan 1 - May 21/ Sept 28 - Dec 31)
Pier Park Attraction (May 22 - Sept 27 2026)

Itinerary

Admission included15 min

Navy Pier’s Centennial Wheel is an iconic part of the Chicago skyline and a treasured piece of Chicago cultural history. Soaring to heights of nearly 200 feet, the Wheel offers visitors unparalleled, 360-degree views of Chicago and Lake Michigan. No matter the season, the enclosed gondolas provide a comfortable experience and miraculous city views. This ticket allows you to skip the ticket purchase line and head straight to the wheel to board.

Navy Pier is home to other rides, games, shopping, and dining.

Highlights

Mobile ticket for convenient entry
Access to all on-site amenities during your visit (restrooms, restaurants, etc.)
Centennial Wheel Ticket
Multiple rotations on the Ferris wheel

What's included

Included
Mobile ticket for convenient entry
Access to all on-site amenities during your visit (restrooms, restaurants, etc.)
Centennial Wheel Ticket
Multiple rotations on the Ferris wheel
Not included
Access to other rides or attractions at Navy Pier not listed
Photo souvenirs (available for purchase)
Food, beverages, and retail purchases

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(69)

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Dovie_B
June 24, 2026
The Ferris wheel at the...

The Ferris wheel at the Pier was relaxing. Just being able to sit back and enjoy a skyline view of the city was nice.

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N1822MUjunek
June 24, 2026
Seeing Chicago from above

It was a great ride.I really enjoy myself

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Patricia_W
June 17, 2026
Boat dinner ride

Bring a nice jacket or sweater and show up early and make sure you go to the ticket booth before looking for your boat

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FamilyTripPlanner66
June 17, 2026
I visited many waterfront & this is boring. From little shopping. Only come here if you are doing one of boat rides

Not exciting. Overpriced rides

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B G
June 7, 2026
Nice views chill vibes

Navy Pier was a great place to visit while in Chicago. The views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline were beautiful, especially along the waterfront. There was plenty to see and do, with shops, restaurants, and attractions for all ages.

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Carol_J
June 5, 2026
Great view of Lake...

Great view of Lake Michigan! We try to ride “sky wheels” in every city we go to that has one, beautiful views day or night!

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Lisa_C
June 5, 2026
Be adventurous!

Beautiful view! The cars are air conditioned so it makes it perfect in any weather. We went on a weekday afternoon and there was barely a line.

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D4486TEmattl
May 31, 2026
A nice revisit but nothing special.

Visited to visit the wheel as part of our GoCity pass. It was good, although individual ticket prices were steep. I didn’t find much else to do down there other than the wheel and things immediately around. Worth a visit but not mind blowing.

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aberfitchgr534
May 13, 2026
Must do in Chi Town

I am so glad I rode the wheel. This was a great way to see the city sky line. I bought my ticket onsite and got right on. I was actually impressed at how long I got to stay on the wheel, it was worth the money.

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KJP1956
May 13, 2026
Pleasant ride.

A pleasant ride. My wife does have occasional vertigo, so she took her medication. And was fine. This was a daytime trip and in the rain, so the city view was not ideal. But the lakefront was spectacular. One time around was frequent stops for loading. Two more times without a stop. A good experience.

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