• Canine Cruise: dog-friendly cruise on Chicago's waterways with plenty of safe outdoor seating, water bowls, and an exclusive newspaper-lined restroom
• Departure Time: By appointment
• Departure Location: 112 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
• Adult tickets valid for ages 16+, child tickets valid for ages 5–15
• Free admission for children under 5

Dogs on boats? Yes!

Bring your pooch on a leash and enjoy quality time with your dog while cruising on Chicago's waterways. Sit back, relax and soak in the city as you enjoy a lively narration of Chicago’s rich history and architectural marvels with dog-friendly highlights.

Keep your dog on your lap, in a seat or on the deck. Our cruise boat offers plenty of safe outdoor seating and water bowls for your pet. Enjoy a great day out of doors with your favorite companion.

Bring your pup in costume and kick off the fall season with a Halloween Canine Cruise in October! There will be pumpkin dog treats and prizes for the best doggie costumes (humans can dress up too)!

FAQ’s

Do you serve food and beverages on the boat? Guests may purchase beverages including water, soda, wine, and beer onboard. Snacks are also available for purchase. Please note, no outside food or alcoholic beverages are permitted on the boat.

Does the cruise go through the Chicago River Lock? Yes. Our tours pass through the Chicago River Lock system as the guide provides a full narration about the operation of the lock.

Do tours still depart when raining? Yes, tours depart rain or shine. Open and covered seating is available on board.

Are restrooms available onboard the boat? Yes.

What safety measures are taken onboard? All vessels are inspected and certified by the United States Coast Guard, the State of Illinois and the City of Chicago each year. Also, the crew is licensed by the USCG and undergoes an extensive training program. The boat carries 100% Adult and 100% Child life preservers, but you will only need them in the unlikely event of an emergency.

May I bring my luggage on the boat? No. Luggage is not allowed aboard the Mercury vessels.

May I bring a stroller aboard? Yes, strollers may be brought aboard and will be folded and stored in the salon for the duration of the cruise. They are not allowed on the deck. Please note, children must be removed from strollers prior to boarding.

When should I arrive? Boarding begins 15-30 minutes before departure. Please arrive during this time frame to get the best seats!

Where is the closest parking? The closest and most convenient parking option is the LAZ Parking Service Garage located at 111 E. Wacker Dr. (Illinois Center).

This garage is directly across the street from the stairway to our dock and next door to the Chicago Architecture Center. The entrance is the first driveway east of Michigan Avenue, on the south side of Upper East Wacker Drive. Reservations can be made online.

If you don't prepay for a parking space online, bring your parking ticket to our ticket office for a parking validation sticker. You can also get a parking validation sticker from the boat's bartender if the ticket office is closed. The discounted rate with validation is $14 (for 3 hours or less) or $15 (for 4 hours or less). No discounts offered for 4+ hours.

Are the vessels wheelchair accessible? For safety reasons, motorized scooters and electric wheelchairs cannot be accommodated aboard the ship. Guests who are able to transfer may use the company's manual wheelchair, based on availability. Under Federal law and due to special marine safety construction guidelines, USCG-regulated small vessels are not subject to land-based architectural configuration requirements.