Mercury, Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline’s famed Canine Cruise, “the most pet-friendly” cruise on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan (Forbes.com) returns on Saturday, July 8th. The 90-minute cruise, which runs through October, features lively narration on Chicago’s rich history and architectural marvels with dog-friendly highlights, such as dog parks, fire hydrants and dining hot-spots. The tour offers unparalleled views of the city’s skyline and countless Instagram-worthy photo opportunities for dogs and owners alike.
Departing every Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 a.m. from Chicago’s Riverwalk at Michigan Ave. and Wacker Dr., the canine-centric cruise takes place on the Chicago’s Little Lady vessel and provides plenty of safe outdoor seating for pets and their owners. Water bowls are available for dogs; bar and snack services are also available for owners. Leashes are required on this cruise and dogs must remain on their owner’s lap, in a seat or on the deck during the duration of the cruise.
Cruisegoers and their canine companions can round out the day with several dog-friendly activities on and around the Riverwalk. A complete list, including a dog-friendly lunch at the Northman, can be found here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/uoruybun79n4g50i6y07y/2023-Canine-Map.pdf?rlkey=ukmic8ldkl0exaow6lisoo5ga&dl=0
Mercury Cruises, a fourth-generation family-owned and operated cruise line, has long been an important fixture in the city’s cultural landscape, serving as a lakefront respite for locals and tourists alike. The original Mercury company, a single speedboat operation founded by Portuguese immigrant Arthur Agra in the 1930s, was a fast success and became Chicago’s first sightseeing boat company.
Canine Cruise tickets are $49 for adults (priority boarding), $44 for adults (general boarding); $25 for kids under 15 (priority boarding), $20 for kids under 15 (general boarding); Dogs $10 and free for children under five.
To purchase tickets and for more information, visit
https://mercurycruises.com/mercurys-canine-cruise.
Additional Mercury Cruises 2023 Offerings:
Urban Adventure Cruise
Mercury Cruises’ signature 90-minute narrated tour dazzles guests of all ages with stunning views of Chicago’s legendary skyscrapers and bridges while gliding along the main branch of the Chicago River, through the Chicago Harbor Lock and into the downtown harbor of Lake Michigan.
CHICAGO BY NIGHT! Cruise
Guests will be captivated by the sparkling skyline and Buckingham Fountain’s dazzling light display on this 90-minute river and lakefront evening cruise featuring live narration.
3D Fireworks Cruise
This 2-hour cruise provides a relaxing experience along the city’s unforgettable nighttime skyline after a busy day at work, at home or out sightseeing capped off with a spectacular firework display every Wednesday and Saturday. Complimentary 3D glasses add to the viewing fun.
For a full schedule, visit MercuryCruises.com or call 312-332-1353.
About Mercury, Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline
Mercury, Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline, brings Chicago’s stunning views and vibrant culture to life through a variety of fun, narrated family-friendly cruises and special tours for both visitors and Chicagoland residents. A cornerstone of the city’s Riverwalk for more than 80 years, Mercury Cruises is a fourth generation owned and operated cruise line. It is also the sister company of Chicago’s First Lady Cruises, an authentic tourism experience that explores the city’s rich architectural history through the official Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise, now in its 30th year. Both cruise lines are committed to fueling their vessels with only clean energy sources. All vessels are operated by a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain and crew. For more information on Mercury Cruises, visit MercuryCruises.com or call 312-332-1353.