Outdoor Saunas in Chicago

Kiln Floating Sauna cedar interior with porthole window on Lake MichiganKiln Floating SaunaInterior of an Iglucraft panoramic sauna with curved wooden benches and a large windowRiverwalk SaunasPeople laughing together inside the Lost Language communal saunaLost Language

Saunas set outdoors, often with a cool-down area in the open air.

etsauna lists 4 outdoor saunas in and around Chicago. A session costs $30 to $90, with a median of $45. 3 have a cold plunge, 3 are on the water and 3 are wood-fired. etsauna shows open session times live for 3 of them, so you can check before you go.

4

outdoor saunas

$30–$90

per session

3

with cold plunge

3

with live availability

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Lowest prices

The cheapest per-visit sessions among Chicago's outdoor saunas, by listed price.

Best for a cold plunge

Natural plunges (a lake, river or the sea) first, then cold plunge tubs.

On the water

Floating and waterfront saunas.

Wood-fired

Saunas heated by a wood stove.

Check open times live

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Compare outdoor saunas in Chicago

SaunaPriceCold plungeLive times
Fire & Ice Sauna Experience$30 for 30 minYesYes
Kiln Floating Sauna$90 for 75 minYes–
Lost Language$40 for 60 minYesYes
Riverwalk Saunas$50 for 90 min–Yes

All 4 outdoor saunas in Chicago

Fire & Ice Sauna Experience

Chicago

  • Waterfront
  • Wood-fired
  • Natural plunge

Fire & Ice Sauna Experience is a waterfront, wood-fired sauna in Chicago. Sessions are $30 for 30 min. The sauna runs at 160-185°F. It has a natural cold plunge. Capacity is listed as 3 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.

Seasonal outdoor wood-fired cedar sauna at North Ave Beach, next to Castaways. Private sessions for up to 6 guests (3 in sauna at once). Cold plunge in Lake Michigan in winter or ice bath in summer. Heated dome with changing room and belongings storage. Open Fri–Sat 9AM–3PM. Private events available: full sauna camp (8-person sauna, 4-person sauna, heated dome) from $300/2hrs.

Price
$30 for 30 min
Sessions
Co-ed (private booking)
Clothing
Swimsuit required
Address
1600 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60613
See live availabilityWebsite

Kiln Floating Sauna

Chicago

  • Floating
  • Wood-fired
  • Natural plunge
Kiln Floating Sauna cedar interior with porthole window on Lake Michigan

Kiln Floating Sauna is a floating, wood-fired sauna in Chicago. Sessions are $90 for 75 min. It has a natural cold plunge. Capacity is listed as 6 people.

Floating sauna docked at Navy Pier Marina on Lake Michigan. Handcrafted cedar interior, 185-205°F. Professionally guided thermic cycles: heat, cold plunge into Lake Michigan, rest, hydration. Shorty Sauna (45min): $50 weekdays. Public Sauna (75min): $90. Private Sauna (75min, up to 6 guests): $500. Moves to Door County, WI for summer. Website currently redirecting — may be DNS issue.

Price
$90 for 75 min
Hours
Wed-Sat 9 AM-7:30 PM; Sun 9 AM-4:30 PM. Closed Mon-Tue.
Address
Navy Pier Marina, 797 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
View Kiln Floating SaunaWebsite

Lost Language

Chicago

  • Cold plunge
People laughing together inside the Lost Language communal saunaSteam rising in the Lost Language saunaPerson taking a cold plunge at Lost Language

Lost Language is an outdoor, electric sauna in Chicago. Sessions are $40 for 60 min. It has a cold plunge and showers. Capacity is listed as 15 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.

Outdoor social sauna space in Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood. Electric sauna fits ~15 people, with 2 cold pools and 2 outdoor showers. Wood-fired sauna currently out of commission. Enter through the alley on Sunnyside Ave. 5-pack ($180) and 10-pack ($350) available. Unlimited monthly membership $225.

Price
$40 for 60 min
Sessions
Co-ed
Clothing
Swimsuit required
Address
4510 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60613
See live availabilityWebsite

Riverwalk Saunas

Chicago

  • Waterfront
  • Wood-fired
Interior of an Iglucraft panoramic sauna with curved wooden benches and a large windowWood-fired sauna stove being lit at Riverwalk Saunas

Riverwalk Saunas is a waterfront, wood-fired sauna in Chicago. Sessions are $50 for 90 min. Capacity is listed as 26 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.

Seasonal wood-fired sauna village on the Chicago Riverwalk, open March 17 – April 30. Four handcrafted Iglucraft saunas from Estonia. 90-minute public sessions ($50) include shared access to all saunas with cold water plunge. Private sauna rental ($350) for up to 6 guests for 2 hours. 45-minute morning sessions also available.

Price
$50 for 90 min
Sessions
Co-ed
Clothing
Swimsuit required
Address
355 Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601
See live availabilityWebsite

Frequently asked questions

How many outdoor saunas are there in Chicago?

etsauna lists 4 outdoor saunas in and around Chicago.

How much do outdoor saunas in Chicago cost?

Listed per-visit prices run from $30 to $90, with a median of $45. The lowest are Fire & Ice Sauna Experience ($30 for 30 min), Lost Language ($40 for 60 min) and Riverwalk Saunas ($50 for 90 min).

Which outdoor saunas in Chicago have a cold plunge?

3 saunas have a cold plunge: Fire & Ice Sauna Experience, Kiln Floating Sauna and Lost Language. At Fire & Ice Sauna Experience and Kiln Floating Sauna you cool off in natural water.

Are any outdoor saunas in Chicago wood-fired?

Yes: Fire & Ice Sauna Experience, Kiln Floating Sauna and Riverwalk Saunas use a wood stove.

Are any outdoor saunas in Chicago on the water?

Yes: Fire & Ice Sauna Experience, Kiln Floating Sauna and Riverwalk Saunas. One of them floats on the water.

Can I check availability for outdoor saunas in Chicago online?

etsauna shows live open session times for Fire & Ice Sauna Experience, Lost Language and Riverwalk Saunas. Open a listing to see today's times.

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