Things to do in Chicago

Discover places to explore together, with outdoor access and indoor exclusions explained.

Sorted by place name, A–Z.

Things to do

Chicago Boat Company Dog-Friendly Rental

A private Chicago River boat rental that permits a well-trained dog for a published pet fee, with no onboard bathroom.

Conditions apply
  • Private vessel rental
  • Published pet fee
  • Dog excluded from passenger count
Chicago
Things to do

Chicago First Lady Canine Cruise

A 90-minute seasonal river-and-lake cruise designed for dogs, with required leashes, open-air seating and onboard water bowls.

Conditions apply
  • Dog-specific cruise
  • Open-air seating
  • Onboard water bowls
Chicago
Things to do

Seadog River & Lake Architectural Tour

A dog-friendly 75-minute architecture and speedboat tour departing from Navy Pier; dogs must be leashed and well behaved.

Conditions apply
  • Dog-friendly architecture tour
  • River and lake route
  • Navy Pier departure
Chicago

Maps of permitted areas are added only when boundaries can be verified. Each guide links to its official source and gives arrival guidance.