Enjoy a 72-Hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour of Chicago. See the famous sights by open-top bus and enjoy entertaining digital commentary. Then explore more by foot with a self-guided digital walking tour through the city.
Chicago Explore: 72-hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Self-Guided Walking Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Make the most of your trip by hopping off and back on at any stop including Michigan Ave from The Magnificent Mile to The Cultural Mile.
- Explore Chicago by foot with a self-guided digital walking tour
- Hear the stories that made Chicago through our engaging digital commentary
- Look out over stunning Lake Michigan from the many restaurants of Navy Pier
Description
Discover the Windy City from the top of an open-air, double-decker bus. The Big Bus Chicago Explore Tour gives you 48 hours of unlimited hop-on, hop-off access, letting you explore the city’s top sights at your own pace.
Stop at iconic landmarks like the Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park, 360 CHICAGO, Willis Tower, the Chicago Riverwalk, Museum Campus, Navy Pier, and The Bean. Stroll through vibrant neighborhoods, enjoy a spin on the Ferris wheel, or grab a slice of legendary deep-dish pizza.
With digital audio commentary available in multiple languages, you'll get rich insight into Chicago’s history, culture, and local tips along the way. Use our app to track buses in real-time and access an included self-guided digital walking tour—perfect for exploring even more on foot.
Whether you're soaking up skyline views or hopping off to dive deeper, this tour is your flexible, fun, and informative way to experience Chicago.
Included / Excluded
- Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off throughout ticket validity (48h)
- Pre-recorded audio commentary, available in English and Spanish
- Self-guided Digital Walking Tour
- Free Wi-Fi on-board and Headphones
- Open-top Double Decker Bus
- Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
- Food and Drinks
Start / End Locations
Start Location: 98 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, USA
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Infants required to sit on laps
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Flexible ticket: we will accept your ticket up to 14 days from the date booked
- Fleet are 100% wheelchair accessible on the lower deck
- Buses are not equipped with toilets or lifts/elevators
- Stops directions, Bus live-tracking and more: Download Big Bus App, it's free!
- Redeem voucher with a Big Bus staff member at any stop
- Free Headphones Available on Every Bus
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
72-Hour unlimited Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour plus a choice of Self-Guided Digital Walking Tours
| Chicago Explore | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (13 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (3 - 12 years) | N/A |
Terms and Conditions
Voucher is non-refundable after it has been scanned and activated by a member of staff.
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
About operator:
Big Bus Tours offers a reliable and convenient way to explore the world’s most iconic cities. Our open-top, hop-on hop-off buses follow thoughtfully-designed routes that connect the landmarks, neighborhoods, and attractions visitors most want to see—making it easy to navigate a new city with confidence.
With the freedom to hop off and explore whenever something catches your interest, then hop back on to continue your journey, guests can experience the city at their own pace. Along the way, engaging audio commentary adds context, stories, and local insights that turn sightseeing into a sense of discovery.
From panoramic views on the open top deck to dependable service throughout the day, Big Bus Tours combines comfort, flexibility, and exploration—helping travelers experience the highlights of a city while uncovering the stories that make it unique.
With the freedom to hop off and explore whenever something catches your interest, then hop back on to continue your journey, guests can experience the city at their own pace. Along the way, engaging audio commentary adds context, stories, and local insights that turn sightseeing into a sense of discovery.
From panoramic views on the open top deck to dependable service throughout the day, Big Bus Tours combines comfort, flexibility, and exploration—helping travelers experience the highlights of a city while uncovering the stories that make it unique.
Basic Information
- Duration: 72 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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