Chicago City Skyline

Anita Dee II Yacht

Make Chicago yours exclusively! Docked on the south side of Navy Pier, Anita Dee II are an excellent way to enjoy the Chicago skyline!!

Anita Dee II Yacht - Chicago
Anita Dee II Yacht - Chicago
Anita Dee II Yacht - Chicago
Anita Dee II Yacht - Chicago
Anita Dee II Yacht - Chicago
Anita Dee II Yacht - Chicago
Anita Dee II Yacht - Chicago
Anita Dee II Yacht - Chicago
Anita Dee II Yacht - Chicago

Venue Description

Chicago may be the Second City, but a cruise aboard the Anita Dee II is first class. Imagine your day (or night) aboard one of the most unique and amazing luxury yachts with Chicago’s breathtaking skyline as the backdrop.

At 400 feet in length, the Anita Dee II is a magnificent vessel that can accommodate up to 400 guests. Take in the sights from either of the climate-controlled interior decks, or enjoy the breeze on the open top deck.

Anita Dee Yacht Charters is the perfect choice for any occasion events. Moreover, evening cruises are extremely popular as they offer the opportunity to view Chicago’s magnificent skyscrapers in the dusk; followed by a view of fireworks. What are you waiting for? Come aboard for the most memorable Chicago Nightlife experience of your life!

So when is the best time to jump aboard the Anita Dee II? Memorial Day Weekend; of course! And if you still have questions; then head to our Contact Info to connect with us. We have highly trained Chicago Nightlife pros standing by and ready to help you, 24/7. We’d love to hear from you!

When you choose VIP Nightlife to plan a night out; you don’t have to know anything about the Anita Dee II to have the time of your life. With years of experience, our team can take your ideas from an inspiration to a fully executed, once-in-a-lifetime occasion. We will create an event experience for your every need and can service groups of all sizes; up to 1000 guests or more. So if you’re looking to put a nautical spin on your next night out in Chi-town; then let VIP Nightlife show you the way! And be sure to Like Us on Facebook so you can keep up with our Upcoming Events and Deals.

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Quick Facts

• Docked at Dusable Harbor on the Chicago River at Lake Shore Drive
• 400 passenger vessel with formal seating for up to 200 guests
• Fully equipped with a piano lounge and full-service galley
• Helicopter ornamented observation deck
• State-of-the-art sound system
• Both Indoor Event Spaces and Covered Outdoors Space
• Drink: Fully Staffed Cash Bar and Cocktail Servers
• Dance floor & professional DJ playing current hits and classic favorites
• Climate-controlled decks designed for cruising 365 days-a-year
• Plus – Firework displays take place at 9:00 pm on Wednesdays and 10:00 pm on Saturdays, Memorial Day through Labor Day.

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Directions to Dock Location

Dock / Boarding Location

Anita Dee II Yacht is located at Dusable Harbor – docked on South side of Chicago River at Lake Shore Drive. Address is 200 N Breakwater Access, Chicago, IL 60601. Driving (Parking in DuSable Harbor Parking Lot) *Parking ranges from $16-$24.

From the West

• Head east, toward the lake, on Lower Randolph Street from Michigan Ave. or Columbus Drive. (If coming from Michigan Ave., stay to the left to access lower Randolph St, do not go to the upper level!)
• Take Randolph Street all of the way to the last stop light before the lake and turn left. (Do not enter cul-de-sac)
• Immediately after you turn, Merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.
• At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.
• Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River.

From the North Via Lake Shore Drive

• Take Randolph St. exit off of Lake Shore Drive.
• Turn left at bottom of Randolph St. exit ramp.
• Turn left at second light (Do not enter cul-de-sac).
• Immediately after you turn, Merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.
• At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.
• Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River.

From the South Via Lake Shore Drive

• Exit to Randolph/Wacker Dr. off of Lake Shore Drive. Stay in middle lane of ramp.
• At bottom of ramp, proceed straight beyond traffic light.
• Merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.
• At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.
• Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River.

Dropped Off

• If getting dropped off by taxi, instead of telling the driver an address, tell them to drop off where lower Randolph Street meets the lakefront, DuSable Harbor, or Columbia Yacht Club.
• Lower Randolph Street, east to the lakefront. Drop off at DuSable Harbor cul-de-sac
• Walk down to the lake front path and turn left/walk north along the lakefront.
• Yachts will be straight ahead, at the end of the lakefront path where it ends at the Chicago River.
• Taxis can also go inside to the end of the DuSable Harbor Parking Lot which is closer (directions above in ‘Driving’). If they’re there for less than 15 mins, there is no charge.

Recommended Parking

In the event that DuSable Harbor Parking Lot is at capacity, we’ve listed additional parking options. * Please be sure to allow ample time for travel and parking prior to the event.

  • Parking in DuSable Harbor Parking Lot ranges from $16-$24
  • Millennium Park Garage at Millennium Park • 5 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
  • Cityfront Place Parking Garage – ParkABM at Cityfront Place • 400 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL 60611
  • SP+ Parking • 505 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611
  • ABM Parking Services at Swissotel Chicago Parking Garage • 323 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
  • SP+ Parking at Millennium Lakeside Garage • 350 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
  • Navy Pier Parking East & West – ParkABM • 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

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