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Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

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Duration: 2 hours
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About This Tour

Discover Chicago at your own pace with Big Bus. Travel aboard an open-top, double-decker bus and enjoy panoramic views of the city's most famous landmarks, including the Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park, Willis Tower, The Bean, Navy Pier and more.

Hop on and off at conveniently located stops to explore Chicago's top attractions, vibrant neighbourhoods, world-class dining and shopping. Use our free app to track bus arrivals in real time and plan your day with ease.

Enjoy multilingual digital commentary throughout your journey, packed with fascinating stories, local insights and recommendations.

48-hour and 72-hour tickets also include 4 Self-Guided Audio Walking Tours, covering topics such as Architecture, the Chicago Riverwalk and Public Art.

The 72-hour Explore option also includes the Chicago South Side & Presidential Center Shuttle, connecting Downtown Chicago with the Obama Presidential Center & Jackson Park and the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry.

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus
  • Chicago South Side & Obama Presidential Center Shuttle (with 72-Hour option)
  • Enclosed/Climate Controlled Lower Deck, Top Deck Open
  • Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
  • Professional digital commentary in multiple languages
  • 4 Self-guided Digital Walking Tours to explore the city (if option selected)

✗ Not Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Admission to attractions

Tour Options

This tour is available in multiple formats. Choose your preferred option when booking:

24-Hour Ticket

24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at convenient stops around Chicago and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.

72-h Bus tour & Walking Tours

72-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Walking Tour: A choice of 4 professionally-narrated audio tours
Chicago South Side & Presidential Center Shuttle

48-hour Ticket & Walking Tours

48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Audio Guide Walking Tour: A choice of 4 professionally-narrated audio tours

Select your preferred option on the booking page. Prices may vary by option.

Good to Know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 🐕 Service animals allowed
  • 🚌 Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 👶 Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 💪 Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Choice of audio tours: Chicago Architecture, Public Art, Chicago Riverwalk, and Millennium Park
  • Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
  • Redeem tickets via Big Bus app or in person
  • Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
  • Chicago South Side & Presidential Center Shuttle operates daily from 9:30am–2:30pm, every 30–45 minutes, connecting Downtown Chicago with the Obama Presidential Center & Jackson Park and the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry. Pick-up location: 98 E Wacker Drive (between Michigan Ave. and Wabash Ave.)

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