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Mystic Blue Cruises of Chicago©2006 Mystic Blue

Mystic Blue Cruises at Navy Pier Chicago

Mystic Blue. Dine. Dance. Drink. Let your hair down. The setting is laid-back yet contemporary. The service is great. The view is amazing. Imagine the beautiful Chicago skyline as it reaches for miles North and South with the lake resting at its feet. Let us add something special that will have you talking about the great time you had for years to come. Explore the ship. Feel the music. Experience the fun of a Chicago Boat on Lake Michigan with Mystic Blue Cruises. Your Mystic Blue Cruise Experience will include:

  • Cruise: Our very friendly staff will seat you at your private table for a two or three-hour Mystic Blue Cruise.
  • Exciting Chicago Skyline Views: Enjoy exciting views from your private table. Throughout your cruise you will be welcome to explore our many observation decks.
  • Remarkably Good Food: On lunch and dinner cruises, enjoy a three-course meal, prepared fresh onboard daily that is presented buffet-style. Chicago Tribune food critic, Janet Franz said "the food is remarkably good."
  • DJ & Dancing: Mystic Blue is fun! Our interactive DJs play a variety of genres.

 

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Chicago Lunch Cruise - Mystic Blue - Monday - Saturday

Monday -Friday: Board 11:30am Cruise 12:00-2:00pm
Saturday: Board 11:30am Cruise 12:00-2:00pm
Sunday: No Lunch - See Brunch Cruise

Mystic Blue Cruises of Chicago©2006 Mystic Blue

Mystic Blue Lunch Cruise - Mystic Blue Cruises

Duration:
2.5 Hours from Boarding Time

Schedule & Prices vary by day of the week and season

Per Person (Mon-Fri)$48.83
Per Person (Saturday)$50.18

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Chicago Brunch Cruise - Mystic Blue - Sunday Only

Sunday: Board 12:30am Cruise 1:00-3:00pm

Mystic Blue Cruises of Chicago©2006 Mystic Blue

Mystic Blue Brunch Cruise - Mystic Blue Cruises

Duration:
2.5 Hours from Boarding Time

Schedule & Prices vary by day of the week and season

Per Person $59.70

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Chicago Dinner Cruise - Mystic Blue

Monday -Thursday: Board 6:30pm Cruise 7:00-10:00pm
Friday: Board 7:30pm Cruise 8:00-11:00pm
Saturday: Board 7:00pm Cruise 7:30-10:30pm
Sunday: Board 5:30pm Cruise 6:00-8:30pm

Mystic Blue Cruises of Chicago©2006 Mystic Blue

Mystic Blue Dinner Cruise - Mystic Blue Cruises

Duration:
3 to 3.5 Hours from Boarding Time

Schedule & Prices vary by day of the week and season

Per Person (Sun-Thurs)$99.14
Per Person (Wednesday)$108.66
Per Person (Friday)$99.14
Per Person (Saturday)$119.54

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Chicago Fireworks Dinner Cruise - Mystic Blue - Wednesday & Saturday

Wednesday: Board 6:30pm Cruise 7:00-10:00pm
Saturday: Board 7:30pm Cruise 8:15-11:00pm

Mystic Blue Cruises of Chicago©2006 Mystic Blue

Mystic Blue Fireworks Dinner Cruise - Mystic Blue Cruises

Duration:
3 Hours from Boarding Time

Schedule & Prices vary by day of the week and season

Adult/Child (Wednesday)$100.50
Adult/Child (Saturday)$108.66

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Chicago Moonlight Dinner Cruise - Mystic Blue - Monday - Saturday

21 & Up ONLY
Saturday: Board 12:15am Cruise 12:45-2:30am

Mystic Blue Cruises of Chicago©2006 Mystic Blue

Mystic Blue Moonlight Dinner Cruise - Mystic Blue Cruises

Duration:
3 Hours from Boarding Time

Friday & Saturday

Adult (21& up)$40.66

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Consider: On Mystic Blue, there is no need to pay for an upgrade to be seated at a private table. Also, if you are comparison shopping, remember that your total price on Mystic Blue will include your prepaid service charge. The only gratuity you will leave on Mystic Blue will be for beverages that you purchased onboard.

Mystic Blue Cruises is the newest dinner cruise ship at Navy Pier. A 500-passenger vessel built specifically for cruising the Chicago skyline, Mystic Blue Cruises offers three enclosed decks plus a relaxing open-air deck. Newly remodeled, sleek, silvery-blue interiors. And unbeatable views from every table.

Frequently Asked Questions Mystic Blue Cruises

May I bring my own camera on board?
Guests are more than welcome to bring their own camera for personal pictures aboard the ship. In addition, as you are boarding, the ship's photographer records the moment for your entire party. As you depart, you'll find your boarding photo ready for purchase.

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Are children allowed on the dinner cruise?
Children are welcome on the cruise; however, a child rate is not available for our dinner cruises. Children under 3 are complimentary and a 50% discount is offered for children between the ages of 3 and 11 on our Brunch and Lunch Cruises.

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Is there a coat check where my jacket and briefcase may be kept during the cruise?
Coat checks are available when needed. Your server would be more than happy to check any items for you at the beginning of your cruise.

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What is our cruise route?
Weather permitting, Mystic Blue cruises south along the lake shore, past the Adler Planetarium, north to Evanston, then returns south to Navy Pier. All the while, Odyssey offers unmatched views of our world-famous skyline, from the Sears Tower, the John Hancock, to the Museum campus, Aon Center and more.

How far off shore does the ship travel?
The ship is licensed to travel as far as 3 miles off shore, however, our cruise route typically remains only one mile off shore.

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Can I bring a birthday cake on-board?
Small cakes that do not require refrigeration are allowed to be brought on board. Your server will place the cake in our pantry until it is ready to be cut and served.

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What is the dress attire?
The attire is fun and casual, just like the boat.

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What type of entertainment do you have?
Mystic Blue Cruises offers inviting dance floors and DJ entertainment aimed at pleasing your group.

Mystic Blue Cruises was created from the ground up to provide a great entertainment experience.

Lunch and Dinner Cruises
On both the Horizon and Escapade decks, we will feature DJ entertainment. The Vista Deck will feature recorded background music.

The DJ will play from several different genres of music providing something for every passenger to enjoy.

Midday Cruises
Weather permitting, The Observation Deck will feature a solo guitarist/vocalist; offering a variety of light jazz, adult contemporary, Top 40 classic sing-a-longs.

Midnight Cruises
On both the Horizon and Escapade Decks, we will feature DJ entertainment. The Vista Deck will feature recorded background music.

The DJ will play a variety of genres including Oldies, Motown, Rock, Retro, Disco, and current Top 40 and Dance for the duration of the cruise.

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Is the vessel handicap accessible?
Yes, the Escapade Deck (our main boarding deck), is handicap accessible and our crew is available for assistance. Please indicate when making your reservation that you have handicap guests in your party.

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Do you offer Kosher meals?
Yes we do offer a Kosher Meal option on our lunch and dinner cruises. We order from an outside establishment who delivers the meal to us fresh that day/evening. There is an additional $50.00 charge on top of the ticket price. The meal typically consists of a plated chicken dish with vegetables. We can do fresh fruit for your dessert option. Aftyer your reservation is confirmed please contact Mystic Blue Reservations to discuss any kosher requirements at least 48 hours in advance of your event.

Do you offer vegetarian meals?
Our Dinner, Lunch, Midday, and Moonlight menus all offer vegetarian options. If you have any vegans in your party, please ad a comment on the order form so we can make special arrangements.

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Are there restrooms on board?
Yes, restrooms are located on every enclosed deck on the ship.

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Is there pre-assigned seating?
As you board, our captain and marine crew will direct you to your deck. From there, our hostess will show you to your private table(s).

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Where do I pick up my tickets?
Your tickets will be at the Mystic Blue Cruises Ticket Booth, located next to the ship. For your convenience, this booth opens at least one hour prior to the scheduled boarding time. Please bring a photo ID.

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What time does the boat leave?
Please refer to the specific cruise pages for complete boarding and cruising schedules.

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What attractions/historic sites will I be able to see from the ship?

Weather permitting, Mystic Blue cruises south along the Chicago Lakefront to the Museum Campus and north, sometimes as far as Evanston, then returns south to Navy Pier. All the while, Mystic Blue offers unmatched views of our world-famous skyline, from the Sears Tower, the John Hancock, to the Shedd Aquarium, Aon Center and more.

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What if it rains?
Mystic Blue Cruises will cruise in most weather conditions all-year round. The dining room is climate controlled and the weather will not affect your cruise. In the case of severe weather conditions or upon the direction of the U.S. Coast Guard, the ship will remain dockside for the duration of the event.

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DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

From Points North:
South on Lake Shore Drive. Exit Illinois Street/Grand Avenue. Proceed to next light. Turn left on Illinois. Follow signs to Navy Pier.

From Points Northwest:
Take I-90/94 to Ohio Street. Then east on Ohio, south on Fairbanks to Illinois. East on Illinois to Navy Pier.

From Points South:
North on Lake Shore Drive. Exit Illinois Street/Grand Avenue. Bear to the right. Follow signs to Navy Pier.

From Points Southwest:
Take I-55 to Lake Shore Drive. Then go north on Lake Shore Drive. Exit Illinois Street/Grand Avenue. Bear to the right. Follow signs to Navy Pier.

From Points West:
Take I-290 East, Follow signs onto Congress Parkway. Turn left (North) onto Columbus Dr. Turn right (East) At Illinois. Follow signs to Navy Pier.

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PARKING: As traffic in and around Navy Pier can be unpredictable, we recommend you allow ample time for parking. The ship promptly leaves at the scheduled cruise time. Come early. Enjoy the pier.

Primary Parking Information:
Primary public parking is located in an 1800-space lot on Navy Pier, directly across from Odyssey II. If possible, park on the 1st level closest to door 4.

In the event that the Navy Pier parking lot is filled to capacity, a number of lots within 2 blocks of Navy Pier offer convenient parking. Also a free trolley shuttle runs between State Street and the pier along Illinois and Grand Avenues.

Navy Pier Parking (Self Park)
Address: 600 E. Grand (Entrance on Illinois)
Open 24 hours
312/ 595.7437

Alternative Parking Options:
Standard Parking (Valet)
Address: 446 E. Grand (Entrance on Grand and Peshtigo)
Hours of Operation: Sun-Thurs. 6am-10pm
Fri. & Sat. 6am-2am
312/ 527.5062

North Pier Parking (Self Park)
Address: 505 E. Illinois St. (Entrance on Illinois)
Open 24 hours
312/ 896.1000

System Parking (Self Park)
Address: 401 E. Grand (Entrance on Grand or Illinois)
Open 24 hours
312/ 836.0365

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Navy Pier

Entertaining more than 8.2 million visitors annually, Navy Pier offers an entertaining backdrop for any Odyssey cruise. 50 acres of parks, promenades, shops, and restaurants. A 150-foot-high Ferris wheel. 3D movies at the Navy Pier IMAX Theatre. And the most recent addition, the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, modeled after London's Swan Theatre. For the more adventurous, add a sightseeing boat tour on Seadog , enjoy an elegant lunch, brunch or dinner cruise aboard Odyssey Cruises or a visit to Amazing Chicago, the Fun House Maze Adventure.

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