Lake Michigan 30 Minute Speedboat Ride
Overview
Enjoy Chicago’s iconic skyline with an exciting speedboat Tour on Lake Michigan. Departing from Navy Pier, the Lakefront Speedboat Tour is the best way to view Chicago from the water. Seadog offers fun for the whole family (and the dog, too!) combining an exciting speedboat ride along the shoreline with informative and amusing descriptions of the world-famous Chicago skyline!
What's Included
- 30-minute lakefront speedboat ride
- All Fees and Taxes
- Unobstructed views of the beautiful Chicago skyline
- Informative and amusing descriptions of the world famous Chicago skyline
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
600 East Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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City Cruises Chicago Navy Pier
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Grant Ulysses Park
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Clarence F. Buckingham Fountain
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Magnificent Mile
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Coast Guard regulations require a photo ID for each guest to board
- All cruises are weather permitting
- NOTE: Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes prior the start time (7:30 AM).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Lake Michigan 30 Minute Speedboat Ride?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5042CHISPE
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 30-minute lakefront speedboat ride.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Unobstructed views of the beautiful Chicago skyline.
- Informative and amusing descriptions of the world famous Chicago skyline.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Lake Michigan 30 Minute Speedboat Ride is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Lake Michigan 30 Minute Speedboat Ride will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 30-minute lakefront speedboat ride
- All Fees and Taxes
- Unobstructed views of the beautiful Chicago skyline
- Informative and amusing descriptions of the world famous Chicago skyline
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Coast Guard regulations require a photo ID for each guest to board
- All cruises are weather permitting
- NOTE: Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes prior the start time (7:30 AM).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
