Navy Pier Marina - Chicago

Dock
Offered

Mooring
Not Offered

Day Trip
Offered

797 East Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Check-in after 03:00 PM
Check-out before 11:00 AM

+1 312-600-3625

VHF 10

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120 Reviews

by Marcus H. - Verified user on Jun 30, 2026

Excellent Marina, clean new facilities and helpful staff.

by Manny L. - Verified user on Jun 29, 2026

Best experience ever!! Very friendy, professional, courteous staff. Greg was awesome! Great parking spot - Sitting on the pier taking in the sights and people was a blast. Access to boat house was a perk. Climate control bathrooms and lounge, outdoor seating. Navy Pier across the street - The Best!! Highly Recommend.

Marina Response:

we are very pleased you enjoyed your stay so much and thank you for acknowledging our amazing staff.

by Robert M. - Verified user on Jun 25, 2026

great marina! Had a great stay. Very attentive dock hands made it very nice. We stayes 2 nights and upon our departure we booked another stay in a couple weeks!

Marina Response:

Thank you, Robert. Staff looks forward to greeting you again soon...and often.

by Sarah C. - Verified user on Jun 24, 2026

Excellent place to stay! Easy docking, very close walk to town, nice boater lounge & amenities. Staff super nice and helpful.

Marina Response:

Thank you, Sarah. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.

by Jack C. on Jun 24, 2026

I came with a group of 12 boats over Father's Day, and we had a sensational time. I had guessed there were 10 dock attendants, turns out there were 4... they super-hussled as our group arrived. Mark Stevens, the marina manager was available what seemed like 24 hours a day, and helped move cleats and catch people like a 20 year old. We enjoyed the specials and perks at Navy Pier, and never left the property, being there was sooo much to do. Can't wait to come back.

Marina Response:

Jack, thank you for the kind words. We are so glad to have the opportunity to welcome your group back for its second Father's Day rendezvous to Navy Pier Marina! Mark and team make NPM what it is all about - clean, friendly and all about customer service. No comment on the age of any of us! See you soon.

by Anthony B. - Verified user on Jun 23, 2026

When you choose a place to stay. You first want quality standards and it's supporting staff. Mark the harbor master is quite possibly one of the BEST harbor Managers I've ever seen in this industry and his staff reflects it. Rob,Chris and team are 💯 attentive and well trained. Thank you Mark for the experience and environment you create. We will definitely be back!

Marina Response:

As the marina developer, I could not be prouder of Mark and his staff. Always there for the boaters. And they are proud of our facilities, which make them more motivated to do the best for you. Randy

by Richard D. - Verified user on Jun 22, 2026

Great stay - Marina staff and amenities are excellent. Location to City (and Navy Pier) unbeatable.

Marina Response:

Thank you for the kind words. Glad you enjoyed your stay.

by Edward R. - Verified user on Jun 22, 2026

Great staff and facilities. We will be back.

Marina Response:

We look forward to that, Edward.

by JAMES G. - Verified user on Jun 22, 2026

RANDY PODOLSKY, MARK STEVENS AND THE ENTIRE STAFF WERE VERY ACCCOMODATING & FRIENDLY . THE STAFF IS AMAZING ! THE LOUNGE FACILITY WAS IMMACULATE AND EXTREMELY COMFORTABLE

Marina Response:

Thank You James, It was our pleasure you stayed with us, and we look forward to your next visit. Fair winds and following seas!

by Joe C. - Verified user on Jun 15, 2026

Clean facilities, friendly staff, convenient location to attractions.

Marina Response:

Thank you for joining us.

by Michael B. - Verified user on Jun 14, 2026

Great couple of nights! Facilities and staff were A+…we will be back! 😊

Marina Response:

Thank you, Micheal. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

by J W. - Verified user on Jun 14, 2026

Price gouge! The price has went up compared to the other harbors!

Marina Response:

We regret you feel this way. Our pricing is posted clearly before you make a reservation and has not changed since opening last season. The city raised its mooring tax quite a bit January 1st, so that may be what you experienced. We agree it was a big shock to the boating community but (being independently owned and operated) we are not part of the city and cannot control that.

by Tom M. - Verified user on Jun 10, 2026

Great place to stay with awesome access to Chicago River

Marina Response:

Thank you, Tom. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

by Lee L. on Jun 08, 2026

Stay two nights And viewed the fireworks on Wednesday night It was awesome Other than having a few hiccups with security codes for the The place was amazing Can't wait to go back

Marina Response:

Thank you, Lee. We appreciate your comments and look forward to having you back with us soon.

by Jeff S. - Verified user on Jun 07, 2026

Clean facility and helpful staff.

Marina Response:

Thank you, Jeff, for your comments. We are glad you enjoyed your experience with us.

by Ryan L. - Verified user on May 30, 2026

beautiful marina, friendly staff, awesome views!

Marina Response:

we look forward to having you stay with us again soon.

by John H. on May 28, 2026

My first visit to the Marina was very positive. The bathrooms were very modern and clean. More importantly the staff are very helpful and mindful of customer service! Mark the manager can take credit for this. We used the Marina discount card at three Pier restaurants. No one can predict the weather, but two days were awesome and two were not. Getting Ubers off the pier were quick and easy. Overall, will return for fourth of July.

Marina Response:

We appreciate your review and are so pleased that our staff caught your attention. We have the best crew on Lake Michigan, in our opinion.

by Ivan G. - Verified user on May 27, 2026

I was there for Memorial Day weekend for the first time and the staff were very nice .

Marina Response:

We are very proud of our staff and appreciate you noticing.

by Andrew S. - Verified user on May 25, 2026

Great time! Great people!

Marina Response:

Thank you.

by Jaime C. - Verified user on May 23, 2026

Great facilities, wonderful helpful friendly staff unbeatable location. Right in the heart of vibrant downtown. Easy to dock in any of the available docks.

Marina Response:

We hope you took advantage of all the discounts we offer our guests for restaurants, attractions and activities on Navy PIer, too!

by Ryan L. - Verified user on May 10, 2026

Great new facilities, friendly staff and cool location.

Marina Response:

The skyline never ceases to amaze us.

by Garrett G. - Verified user on Mar 01, 2026

Thank you for opening the docks up for fishing!

Marina Response:

Our pleasure, thank you! We hope you caught the big one.

by Luis C. - Verified user on Feb 28, 2026

Nice place, quiet lugar

Marina Response:

Thank you.

by John L. - Verified user on Feb 28, 2026

I used my fishing pass to go fishing. I didn’t have any luck.

by Chris B. - Verified user on Oct 17, 2025

Very nice in all respects

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About Navy Pier Marina - Chicago

We are OPEN!. Reservations are NOW AVAILABLE!

BOOK ONLINE: Overnight transient, hourly or touch and go dockage.

Navy Pier Marina, the newest boating destination on Lake Michigan, offers boaters a one-of-a-kind boating experience on Lake Michigan!

Located on the iconic Navy Pier we will accommodate transient boaters with world-class amenities and concierge service - with myriad attractions, dining, shopping & entertainment venues just a few steps away. It is Chicago's best boat location with easy access to the city center.

Our customers will receive a boatload of exclusive Pier discounts (see our website for details) – utilizing them can pay for your transient stay!

https://navypiermarina.com/guest-resources/

Boaters in Chicago and nearby harbors, around Lake Michigan, transiting the Great Lakes - or navigating the Great Loop - will find short-term docking options from hourly for lunch or dinner, to overnight stays through a user-friendly, quick and convenient, online reservation system.

To make reservations or sign up for our newsletter visit: navypiermarina.com

2026 Navy Pier Marina Rates - https://navypiermarina.com/2026-dockage-price-list/

Navy Pier Marina 2026 Dockage Rates: Overnight dockage starts at $3.95 per linear foot of space for vessels utilizing up to 60 LF, starting at $5.95 for vessels from 61 LF up to 80 LF, starting at $6.95 for vessels from 81 LF up to 99 LF, and starting at $7.95 for vessels 100 LF and up.

• All vessels charged for space required including maneuvering buffer, dinghy’s and other vessel extensions.

• Rates are variable and may increase during peak periods, special events, holidays and weekends.

• THE TOTAL RATE FOR YOUR STAY WILL BE CONFIRMED BEFORE YOU COMPLETE YOUR CHECKOUT AND AGREE TO THE TERMS & CONDITIONS AND PAY, subject to an additional 3% credit card processing fee.

• There is a $10 cancellation fee once a reservation is confirmed.

• Electric rates start at $7 per night for a single 30 AMP service and increase by amperage use. 30-amp $7 per night, Double 30-amp $12 per night, 50-amp $12 per night, Double 50-amp $20 per night, 100-amp $25 per night

HOURLY / TOUCH & GO DOCKAGE RESERVATIONS

Book online through our website or the Dockwa app just as you would for an overnight transient reservation, just select arrival and departure date as the same day and your 1st hour or touch and go is included.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Select your arrival date and departure date as the same day, complete the vessel and owner information, add payment info for initial minimum charge that includes your 1st hour or touch and go dockage. NOTE: In the Special Request section, place anticipated dockage times and disclose if you are a charter boat. Final item check box to confirm Navy Pier Marina and Dockwa's Terms and Conditions and request reservation.

Once the marina confirms your reservation you will receive a confirmation email with further instructions.

Upon arriving at the marina, if you wish to stay longer than 1 hour, additional hours may be added to your reservation at the time of docking or upon your departure for your total stay minus the initial 1st hour.

Hourly rates start at $50 per hour and increase based upon size of the vessel. Vessels up to 40' - $50 per hour. Vessels 41' - 60' - $75 per hour. Vessels 61' - 85' - $100 per hour. Vessels above 85' upon request.

Commercial Seasonal “Touch & Go” will be offered on a limited basis starting at $100 LF for the season. Frequency limits and contract terms will apply.

• Docking will not be allowed without a confirmed, advanced reservation.

• All rates are subject to change without notice - but will continue to be shown before agreeing to complete payment.

Commercial Users Only may apply for a seasonal slip via the Reserve a Slip tab at navypiermarina.com

See you on the docks!

Please Note: The marina is contained within Chicago Harbor and is semi-protected from external wave action with a new integrated wave attenuation system at the entrance that mitigates, but does not at all times eliminate all, waves created outside the marina from entering the marina, especially during high traffic times during busy days. Night times have been substantially calm and relaxing. Please consider this when booking your stay.

Note: A credit card convenience fee of 3% will be applied to all credit card transactions.