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Things to do - Boats and Cruises
Fun Happens Here!
Board one of the many pleasure boats docked along Navy Pier's Dock Street for an experience you won't soon forget. A wide range of vessels offers visitors everything from elegant dinner cruises that include dancing and live entertainment to thrilling speedboat rides along Lake Michigan and water taxi rides between lakefront attractions. From the extravagant to the low-key, there is a boat for every occasion at Navy Pier!
SIGHTSEEING CRUISES
Tall Ship Windy
 Tall Ship Windy is Navy Pier's resident 148-foot, four-masted schooner. Several 90-minute cruises, as well as charter and educational trips, are offered each day. The ship pays tribute to the Great Lakes' rich maritime heritage by featuring a design reminiscent of a traditional American schooner. Windy holds up to 150 passengers per cruise and visiting landlubbers are encouraged to help raise and trim her 11 sails and often take turns at the ship's wheel. Tall Ship Windy is docked near the west end of Festival Hall, across from RIVA Restaurant. Cruises are available daytime and evenings from May to October. For more information about Tall Ship Windy, please call (312) 595-5555. For more information, visit their website at www.tallshipwindy.com.
Seadog I, II, III and IV
Hold on to your hats! Cruising between 20 and 25 knots, the 70-foot-long Seadog vessels offer fun and excitement for guests of all ages. The Seadogs are four of the fastest speedboats in the country. Departing continuously each day (May through October) from the Pier's Dock Street, each Seadog adventure lasts 30 minutes, cruising the lakefront with 15 feet of cool spray shooting from their sterns. 75-minute architectural tours are also available. For more information about the Seadogs, please call (312) 822-7200 or visit their website at www.seadogcruises.com.
Shoreline Sightseeing/Water taxis/Architecture Cruises/Charters
 Offering 30-minute skyline tours from the west end of Navy Pier, Shoreline Sightseeing boats are the perfect way for the entire family to experience the majesty of Chicago's lakefront. Shoreline Sightseeing also offers water taxis on two routes: between the southwest corner of Navy Pier and the Museum Campus or the Sears Tower. Shoreline's popular one-hour architecture cruises depart from Ogden Slip at Navy Pier and travel the Chicago River viewing over 40 masterpieces of modern architecture. All cruises are led by architectural guides. Passengers receive a complimentary map and guide outlining the famous buildings along the route. Shoreline also offers private event charters on four vessels, including "Star of Chicago" and the brand new "Evening Star". Professional event planning staff available to assist with charter arrangements. For more information, including exact schedules, please call (312) 222-9328 or visit the Shoreline website at www.shorelinesightseeing.com.
DINNER CRUISES
 Spirit of Chicago
The Spirit of Chicago offers the liveliest parties on Lake Michigan with lunch, brunch or dinner sightseeing cruises. Cruises on the Spirit of Chicago include a skyline narration during lunch cruises and live cabaret style entertainment on dinner cruises, performed by talented Spirit entertainers. With a capacity of 600 passengers, the Spirit of Chicago sails year-round and is available for group charter or individual reservations. For more information on cruise options and tickets, please call (312) 836-7899 or visit the website at www.SpiritofChicago.com.
The Odyssey
 Step aboard the Odyssey for elegant surroundings, fine dining and exceptional live entertainment. With three climate-controlled decks, cruise the lakefront in comfort year-round. The Odyssey accommodates up to 750 guests. For more information on cruise options and tickets, please call (800) 947-9367 or visit the website at www.odysseycruises.com.
Mystic Blue Cruises
Navy Pier's newest cruise ship offers lunch, Midday, dinner and midnight cruises depart daily, featuring entertaining DJs, dancing and bountiful buffets. Mystic Blue Cruises can accommodate up to 600 passengers. For more information on cruise options and tickets, please call (888) 330-4700 or visit the website at www.mysticbluecruises.com.
PRIVATE CHARTERS
Anita Dee I & II
 The Anita Dee pampers its guests all year long, offering all the amenities of premier hospitality passenger boats and specializing in personal service. The Anita Dee I holds 50 to 149 passengers; the Anita Dee II is available to hosts groups of 150 - 400. Cruises can be customized for special parties or groups. For more information, please call (312) 379-3191 or visit the website at www.anitadee.com.
Kanan Cruises
 Cruises are available for group and private charters along Chicago's Lakefront for groups of 50 to 400 passengers. Whatever the occasion, Kanan Cruises will provide an unforgettable event for you and your guests, which will be the talk of the town for years to come! Kanan Cruises offers a unique venue for businesses and private functions along Chicago's magnificent skyline, from hosting corporate outings to wedding receptions, Kanan Cruises, Inc. will provide a spectacular setting for your special event. Kanan Cruises, Inc. offers seating for up to 300 guests for lunch or dinner and up to 400 guests for cocktail receptions. Cruises are from 2 to 5 hours and we operate year round. Kanan Cruises, Inc. offers handicap accessibility and has an elevator to all levels of the vessel. Please contact one of our sales executives to assist with planning your event. Please call us 312-222-0088 or visit our website at www.kanancruises.com.
Shoreline Charters and Events
 For a memorable event, cruise the Chicago River and Lake Michigan on a private Shoreline charter. Our custom vessels, including the four-season Celebration, are equipped for 50 to 250 guests and offer full bar capabilities and ample space for dining and dancing. We offer catering options to suit any budget from a selection of excellent vendors. We can also provice a professional architecture guide upon request. Convenient departures from our Navy Pier location. Our professional event planning staff will handle every detail. Visit our website for complete information. www.shorelinechartersandevents.com
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