Is there a Ferris wheel on Navy Pier?

Navy Pier is home to one of Chicago's most iconic attractions: the magnificent Centennial Wheel, offering soaring views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan. Come enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience, as well as a wide variety of other rides in Pier Park, games and amusements for all ages.



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One of Chicago's most prevalent but overlooked cultural contributions is not a building—it's the Ferris wheel, first unveiled at the 1893 World's Fair. More than 120 years later, Chicago adds to its legacy with a new Ferris wheel on Navy Pier.

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As opposed to the 1995 wheel's red gondolas, the new gondolas don Navy Pier's signature blue and offer individual seating. Navy Pier's previous ride operated on a continuous rotation system, meaning that passengers boarded while it was still moving.

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Set aside a few hours Whether you want to spend your afternoon enjoying the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Chicago Children's Museum, or going on a boat tour, it can easily turn into an entire day's worth of fun. If you've set aside a few hours to explore Navy Pier, you won't need to feel rushed.

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  • Centennial Wheel. Soar to heights of nearly 200 feet on the iconic Centennial Wheel. ...
  • Carousel. Ride Navy Pier's historic carousel. ...
  • Drop Tower. Take a ride on the S&S DoubleShot™ at Pier Park. ...
  • Wave Swinger® ...
  • Light Tower. ...
  • Tea Cups. ...
  • Amazing Chicago's Atomic Rush Game. ...
  • Amazing Chicago's Time Freak Game.


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The Riverwalk is free and open to the public.

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