
Step aboard a luxury yacht alongside famed Navy Pier to enjoy an afternoon of food, fun and dancing on the Chicago Lunch Cruise!
Step aboard a luxury yacht alongside famed Navy Pier to enjoy an afternoon of food, fun and dancing on the Chicago Lunch Cruise!
Head to Navy Pier for an unforgettable experience on Lake Michigan! The Chicago Lunch Cruise is your ticket to set sail surrounded by good company, delicious food, festive entertainment, and stunning views!
Enjoy a warm welcome from a crew member as you step aboard the Spirit of Chicago. The ship's colorful lighting, modern decor, and chic black accents create a dazzling ambiance as you're escorted to your table. Order drinks from one of the ship's full-service cash bars, where your favorite and most refreshing beers, wines, or cocktails await. Explore the Spirit's extraordinary deck space as the boat gently leaves port. Head to the open-air rooftop area to catch the best Chicago sightseeing around! Enjoy unobstructed views of the Windy City's waterfront and magnificent skyscrapers that will leave a lasting impression.
The picturesque treats don't stop on this scenic cruise from Chicago just because lunch starts! Marvel at Chicago attractions through the panoramic windows of the dining room as you float along the shoreline. All the while enjoy unlimited trips to the grand buffet!
The Chicago Lunch Cruise features a delicious spread of cuisine made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Savor incredible menu selections such as (though subject to change):
Before you know it, it's time to bust out your dancing shoes and head to the Spirit of Chicago's Jubilee and Fiesta decks! Thanks to the talents of top DJs spinning your favorite songs, this vibrant Chicago cruise will be rockin' and rollin' all the way back to its Navy Pier dock.
So, when it comes to finding unique things to do in Chicago, look no further than the Chicago Lunch Cruise to light up your afternoon!
For this experience, our partners are taking extra measures to prevent any potential spread of COVID-19. In those jurisdictions where it is required, all guests over the age of 18 are required to provide their full name and email address prior to boarding the vessels. Guests who self-report they are experiencing any symptoms indicative of COVID-19 will not be permitted to board our partner's vessel. All guests ages 3 and older are required to wear face coverings at all times while on board our vessels, except while dining, unless exempted by the local health authority. Our partners request that each guest face mask fully cover an individual’s nose and mouth and allow the guest to remain hands-free. They also require that the mask fit snugly against the side of the face, be secured with ties or ear loops, and be made of breathable material. Guests who do not have a face mask will not be permitted to board the vessel. If you have travelled internationally in the last 14 days, the CDC advises that you should stay at home and avoid contact with others. Additionally in those jurisdictions where it is required, guests will undergo temperature screening prior to boarding. Based on guidance from health authorities, anyone displaying a temperature of 100.4 F or above will not be allowed entry; those in their party will not be allowed entry either. For this experience in particular, there will no no live entertainment until further notice. Our partners will be offering a buffet style dinner that will be attended by staff at all times These Covid-19 safety measures are subject to change.
The cruise features an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet with delicious choices prepared on board by the executive chef and their galley staff. With advance notice, special meals for guests with allergies can be arranged.
Sample Buffet Menu
*subject to change
Fresh Salads:
Organic Mixed Field Greens
Organic Spinach & Kale Salad
Roasted Red Beet Salad
Mediterranean Couscous & Chickpea Salad
Entrees:
Oven Baked North Atlantic Sole Filet
Honey & Sesame Chicken
Whole Roasted Pork Loin
Sides:
Roasted Broccoli Florets
Creamed Corn & Cheddar Cheese Casserole
Baked Ziti Pasta
Mashed Potatoes
Desserts:
Seasonal Cut Fruit
Cannoli
Chocolate Drizzle Rice Krispy
Cheese Cake
Chocolate Cake
Strawberries & Vanilla Custard
Apple Cobbler
We recommend casually stylish attire such as nice pants or jeans, polos, button-down shirts, and sundresses or skirts. Although allowed, we strongly discourage t-shirts, casual jeans, shorts, and sneakers.
The ship is spaciously designed with three climate-controlled interior decks, outdoor strolling decks at the bow and stern, and the largest outdoor patio deck in Chicago topside. It is handicap accessible and Coast Guard approved for up to 600 passengers. Amenities include full-service bars, two dance floors (or staging areas), spacious bathrooms, flexible seating arrangements and huge, panoramic windows.
Absolutely. The ship is fully enclosed and climate-controlled for your comfort. It sails rain or shine year-round.
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