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©2006 SeadogSeadog Cruises at Navy Pier Chicago
What does 2,000+ HP sound like when you start it up? One of the most popular attractions at Navy Pier in Chicago, Seadog has thrilled over 1,000,000 people. Choose our 30-minute Speedboat Lake Tour or take our 75-minute River & Lake Architecture Tour. In 2006 Seadog will be cruising again starting in April with peak season running Memorial Day - Labor Day. Cruise season ends in October.
| Lakefront Speedboat Ride | Chicago River Architectural Boat Tour | Chicago Fireworks Cruise |
| Information About the Seadog Boats | Frequently Asked Questions | Directions | Navy Pier |
Chicago Lakefront Speedboat Ride
Are you ready for a thrilling cruise experience along Chicago's scenic lakefront?
Our 30-minute Speedboat Lake Tour is the best way to view Chicago from the lake, combining an exciting speedboat ride along the shoreline with informative and amusing descriptions of the world famous Chicago skyline! Departing from Chicago's Navy Pier. Your Captain will crank up the music and race south past Navy Pier to Chicago's Museum Campus. Seadog will then race north past Navy Pier to cruise the Magnificent Mile giving you unique views of the Sears Tower, Buckingham Fountain and Grant Park along the way. All the way thrilling to the sound of the turbo-charged engines. As many as 50 departures a day starting at 10:00 AM. This order is for an open ticket good for the next available cruise.
Chicago River and Lake Architectural Seadog Boat Tour
The only tour to take you from the lakefront, through the locks and along the river, the Seadog River & Lake Architecture Tour is your best choice for experiencing Chicago. Our memorable 75-minute river & lake architectural cruise features exciting views and descriptions of Chicago’s most famous architecture, landmarks and history combined with an exciting ride aboard Seadog! Includes a discount coupon to the Amazing Chicago's Funhouse Maze at Navy Pier. Multiple departures daily 12:15, 2:15 , 4:15 … plus others. This order is for an open ticket good for the next available cruise.
Chicago Fireworks Cruise
Navy Pier puts on a spectacular fireworks display every Wednesday at 9:30 p.m.
and Saturday at 10:15 p.m. from Memorial Day thru Labor Day Weekend. (weather
permitting) The Seadog Fireworks cruise is one of the most popular. Enjoy
an extended speedboat cruise, with a narrated tour, Strategic boat position
means one of the very best views of the Navy Pier fireworks. Every seat on our
Seadog fireworks cruise has spectacular open panoramic views of the world famous
Chicago skyline. These cruises depart at 9:00 p.m. and return at 10:00 p.m.
on Wednesdays and depart 9:45 p.m. and return at 10:45 p.m. on Saturdays.
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©2006 SeadogInformation About the Seadog Boats
A fleet of four Seadog's offers you individual cushioned seats - wide open views - and the excitement of 2,000 hp. Fully-licensed Coast Guard inspected vessels.
Capacity: Each boat carries between 125 and 142 passengers
Vessel Type: Seadog I, II, III Mono-hull ,Seadog IV Catamaran hull
Length: Seadog I, II, III length - 70 feet x width - 18 feet, Seadog IV length - 80 feet x width - 24 feet
Draft: 3.5 feet
Weight: 47 gross tons
Engines: Each boat is powered by two turbo-charged diesel engines Each of the two engines produces from 700 to 1200 Hp
Frequently Asked Questions Seadog Cruises
Where are you located?
On Navy Pier directly below the Ferris wheel and in front of the Grand Staircase.
How long are the cruises?
30-minute Speedboat Rides and 75-minute Architectural Tours
Can anyone ride?
Yes, unless you have a bad back, bad neck, heart condition or late term pregnancy.
Can I smoke on board?
Sorry, City ordinances prohibit smoking aboard Seadog.
Can I bring food and drink?
Yes, food and drink may be brought on board, but remember, you may wear more than you ingest. It is hard to eat while going 30 knots.
Will I get wet?
You may, we cannot insure that you will or will not. However, Seadog is an open-air speedboat. If conditions are windy and the lake has a chop, there is a good chance you might get wet.
Is the vessel handicap accessible?
Yes, the vessel is handicap accessible. Once your party arrives, our marine crew can assist you as you embark our boarding ramp. Please indicate when buying your ticket that you have handicapped guests in your party.
Are there restrooms on board?
Yes, restrooms are located on every Seadog.
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.
PARKING: 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.
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/ 595.7437Alternative 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/ 527.5062North Pier Parking (Self Park)
Address: 505 E. Illinois St. (Entrance on Illinois)
Open 24 hours
312/ 896.1000System Parking (Self Park)
Address: 401 E. Grand (Entrance on Grand or Illinois)
Open 24 hours
312/ 836.0365
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. Also at Navy Pier check out Odyssey Cruises, Mystic Blue Cruises and the Amazing Chicago, the Fun House Maze Adventure.
Seadog Location on Navy Pier
We are very easy to find on Navy Pier. We are only steps away from the entrance to Navy Pier and just across from the 150’ high Ferris Wheel. Look for our red & white ticket booth. Seadog's are the amazingly cool, bright yellow speed boats!
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