Chicago Fireworks Cruise: River Views & Drinks

Experience Chicago’s summer magic on a river cruise with fireworks, drinks, and stunning skyline views. Book your unforgettable night now.

Duration: 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Chicago River - Enjoy a cruise along the main branch of the Chicago River, passing by numerous iconic landmarks. The tour concludes with a breathtaking view of the Chicago Fireworks from the river.
  • Centennial Fountain And Water Arc - Established in 1989 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of…
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Beer, hard seltzer, and soft drinks available for purchase at bar
Additional Information

Join the Chicago Water Taxi on Wednesday evenings for a departure from the Magnificent Mile to witness the city’s stunning fireworks display.
No city celebrates summer quite like Chicago. Enjoy this festive occasion with friends and family on a social fireworks cruise. The River Fireworks Cruise takes place aboard the Wendella LTD or Robert H, the…

Location
400 N Michigan Ave
North Michigan Avenue
The Chicago Water Taxi's River Fireworks Cruise leaves from the Chicago Water Taxi's Michigan Avenue Stop, adjacent to Wendella's West Dock, located between the Wrigley Building and Trump International Hotel & Tower.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Xx1986sc
Aug 27, 2019
Definitely worth the money!!! - This was so awesome!!! Great views and the fireworks were very nice. When I visit chicago again I will purchase tickets again!!!
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Ashort28
Aug 18, 2019
NIght time ride - This is a great option for those who want to see Chicago but do not need a tour guide pointing out the sites. Great view of the fireworks.
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Sleepysteff
Aug 11, 2019
✨Great time 🎆 - We all enjoyed the cruise! It was very relaxing and great views. The fireworks were a wonderful bonus. The only things that was troublesome was the small sign, we got there early but it wasn't clear as to where you load the boat. I did call the company and she was able to explain where to go but I feel a bigger sign would be helpful. I would recommend to other!
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Noeli2001
Jul 9, 2019
Water taxi — fireworks - It is a wonderful thing to do with your family and it is really beautiful to see all the buildings of Chicago lit up at night and the fireworks were a lot longer then we expected it’s an amazing experience and not that expensive will recommend for you and your family
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734selvanm
Jun 2, 2022
Over all great experience. - Very close fire works facing the city, it was beautiful. And also the lock system experience is good.
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John_e
Aug 23, 2019
Great night time cruise - Super easy to get on at Clark and Riverwalk. Great nightime view of fireworks and skyline. The music could have been better but that's a minor detail. Impressed with the captain of the boats ability to manuever around all the boats.
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Jasmine38chichester
Aug 5, 2019
Worthwhile for the nighttime river cruise as much as the fireworks - We actually ended up enjoying this more for the night time river cruise than for the fireworks display. Lovely way to see the city all lit up. The fireworks themselves were good but I think Wendella and Shoreline must have a bit of a dispute as the Shoreline boat kept moving to try and block our view which was a bit of a spoiler.
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Kwfamily16
Jul 30, 2019
Great view of Fireworks - The trip up and down the river was interesting but the little commentary provided was difficult to hear due to a large loud group. Definitely worth doing for an evening tour of the river and great view of the fireworks.
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From $25
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).