MICHIGAN AVE DOCK

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Address: 400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 6061160654

Right near Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, this stop puts you steps from River North, Streeterville, and some of downtown’s most iconic sights. Walk to the 360 Chicago Observatory, Millennium Park (The Bean), and The Art Institute, or hop on a Wendella Architecture Tour or Cruise from the same location.

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Michigan Ave
Dock

From Millennium Park
Walk north on Michigan Avenue and cross the river. The dock is on the left, just west of the Wrigley Building.

From Grand Station
Exit at Grand, walk east to Rush Street, then head south toward the river. The dock is along the riverwalk between the Wrigley Building and Trump International Hotel and Tower.

From State/Lake Station
Exit at State/Lake, walk east on Lake Street to Michigan Avenue, then head north to the river. Cross the bridge, and the dock is on the left, just west of the Wrigley Building

CTA L Trains
Take the Red Line to Grand or the Green, Orange, Pink, Brown, or Purple Line to State/Lake. Walk toward the river and find the dock along the riverwalk between the Wrigley Building and Trump International Hotel and Tower.

CTA Buses
Hop off at Michigan & Illinois (routes 2, 3, 26, 120, 121, 143, 146, 147, 148, 151, and 157) and head to the riverwalk. The dock is between the Wrigley Building and Trump International Hotel and Tower.

Divvy Bike Share
Dock your bike at Hubbard & Rush, then walk south to the riverwalk. The dock is just west of the Wrigley 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.

Recommended Parking Garages:

InterPark Parking
430 N Rush Street Chicago, IL 60611

AMA Parking Plaza
401 N State Street Chicago, IL 60611

Trump Tower Parking
401 N Wabash Avenue Chicago, IL 60611

Millennium Park

Millennium Park

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Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago

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360 CHICAGO

360 CHICAGO

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Wendella Architecture Tours & Cruises

Wendella Architecture Tours & Cruises

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Magnificent Mile

Magnificent Mile

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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.