CHICAGO AVE DOCK

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Address: 600 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL60654

Jump off at our newest dock, located at the northeast corner of the Chicago Avenue Bridge. The area has plenty of trendy restaurants and wine bars to keep you busy, or you can stroll Washington Square Park’s 2.85 peaceful acres. Access the riverwalk from the Larrabee tunnel or the lobby at 600 West.

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Chicago Ave
Dock

From Chicago & Franklin Station
Head west on W Chicago Avenue until you reach the Chicago Avenue Bridge. You can access the dock via the 600 West building on the right.

From River North neighborhood
Head north towards W Chicago Avenue, then follow it west until you reach the Chicago Avenue Bridge. Alternatively, take the Riverwalk north. You can access the dock via the 600 West building on the right.

CTA L Trains
Take the Brown or Purple Line to Chicago. Head west on W Chicago Avenue until you reach the Chicago Avenue Bridge. You can access the dock via the 600 West building on the right.

CTA Buses
Hop off at Chicago Ave & Larrabee St (route 66). You can access the dock via the 600 West building.

Divvy Bike Share
Dock your bike at Larrabee St & Oak St, then walk south on N Larrabee St. You can access the dock via the 600 West building.

Street Parking
Street parking is limited, but you can find public parking garages nearby. You can use the SpotHero app to reserve and pay for parking near the dock in advance.

Wild Mile

Wild Mile

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A. Montgomery Ward Park

A. Montgomery Ward Park

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Future Site of Bally's Casino

Future Site of Bally's Casino

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600 West Chicago

600 West Chicago

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On the boat

Weather proof
Weather proof
Bathrooms
Bathrooms
Drinks & snacks
Drinks & snacks
Bike & traveller friendly
Bike & traveller friendly

FAQ

  • Seniors and Persons With Disabilities receive 50 % off one-way tickets. Active Duty Military with valid ID ride free.

  • Children ages 3 years old and younger do not need a ticket on Chicago Water Taxi.

  • Chicago Water Taxi does have limited wheelchair accessible route options that are subject to availability and must be reserved in advance. Please call 312-337-1446 to inquire about availability.

  • Yes but all luggage is subject to inspection by security personnel.

  • Tickets do not expire by date, only by use. Tickets can be used several seasons after the purchase date.

  • Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed on the water taxis. Some limited water taxi routes sell water, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages.

  • Yes the water taxis have restrooms.

  • We do not go to Navy Pier, the Michigan Avenue Stop is one mile west of Navy Pier. 

  • The water taxis oprate rain or shine

  • The water taxi season generally runs from March thorugh the end of December. Service starts mid morning on weekdays, and late mornings on weekends, and runs until mid evening. For exact departre times use the trip planner here; www.chicagowatertaxi.com 

  • One Way Tickets are $10.00 ($5.00 for seniors) and children 3 years of age and younger are free.

  • Commuter Ten Rides can be purchased via registering through the website as a commuter Here (hyperlink commuter sign up). 

  • Chicago Water Taxi Stops at Chinatown (Ping Tom Park), Michigan Ave (400 N Michigan Ave) and Ogilvie/Union (Metra Stations). 

  • Three out of four water taxis are climate controlled.