When is The Jetty open?
Mon 8 AM–10 PM; Tue 9:30 AM–10 PM; Wed–Sun 8 AM–10 PM.
58° · Overcast nowThings to do in Chicago
ParkFulton River District
The Jetty
- 4.8351 reviews
- Free
- Open now · till 10 pm
The Jetty on Chicago's Riverwalk is a breezy, waterfront stretch perfect for casual strolls and skyline views. Expect scenic seating, riverside pathways, and lively people-watching — ideal for photographers, dog walkers, and anyone seeking a relaxing outdoor city escape. Visit for panoramic river views, easy access to nearby attractions, and a peaceful spot to unwind or picnic.
Quick answers
The Jetty in short
When is the best time to visit The Jetty?
It's at its best afternoons and evenings. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is The Jetty indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors: best on a dry day.
Where is The Jetty?
260 W Wacker Dr,Chicago, IL 60606.
Right now · 3:00 pm
Why it fits right now
A great call right now.
This is its best hour in the next five days.
In its favour
- Open till 10 pm
- Best in the afternoon
- Outdoors
58°
Overcast
- Feels
- 56°
- Rain
- 9%
- Wind
- 8mph
- 4pm
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- 6pm56°
The next five days
Best time to go
Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
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Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Open now · till 10 pm- monday
- 8 AM–10 PM
- tuesday
- 9:30 AM–10 PM
- wednesday
- 8 AM–10 PM
- thursday
- 8 AM–10 PM
- friday
- 8 AM–10 PM
- saturday
- 8 AM–10 PM
- sundayToday
- 8 AM–10 PM
Where and how
- 1 The Jetty
- 2 The L Station · 4 min
- 3 Beatnik On The River · 4 min
- 4 Flight Club Chicago · 5 min
- 5 Gibsons Italia · 6 min
Good to know
- Outdoors
- Free to visit
- Good for solo
- Good for couples
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.8from 351 reviews
Known for
- Sightseeing
- Sunset views
- Morning walks
- Waterfront
- Scenic views
- Walking trails
The feel
- Casual
- Lively
- Spacious
- Tourists
- Pet owners
- Couples
Around Fulton River District
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
Good nowThe L StationSoul food · 4 min walk
Beatnik On The RiverMediterranean · 4 min walk
Flight Club ChicagoCocktail bar · 5 min walk
Gibsons ItaliaItalian · 6 min walk
On nearby
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a light layer.
Light layerThe whole time