Big Bus Chicago: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour, 24/48/72hr Pass
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover Chicago's best on our Big Bus tour. Board our open-top, double-decker bus and see the city's iconic landmarks, from the Magnificent Mile to Millennium Park. Utilize our convenient stops to explore vibrant neighborhoods and attractions, including Willis Tower, the Chicago Riverwalk, and more.
Spend your day shopping on Magnificent Mile, enjoying Navy Pier's Ferris Wheel, or tasting authentic Chicago Deep Dish Pizza. Our flexible tour lets you create your own itinerary, with a free app to track bus arrivals.
Listen to digital commentary in multiple languages, offering expert insight into Chicago's history and culture, while recommending the best places to eat, drink, and shop. Offering comfortable seating and panoramic views, our Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour is an ideal way to explore the city. Hop off as often as you like within your ticket's validity period, and simply hop on again when ready to continue.
Additional Info
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
Redeem vouchers at Stop #1 Riverwalk (98 E Wacker), or with the driver at any Big Bus stop along the route
Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Self-guided tour topics include Chicago Architecture, Public Art, Chicago Riverwalk, and Millennium Park
Download the free Big Bus app for stop locations, city information and live bus tracking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus
WiFi on board
Enclosed/Climate Controlled Lower Deck, Top Deck Open
Professional digital commentary in multiple languages
Live Bus Tracking & City Info (Download Free Big Bus App)
4 Self-guided Digital Walking Tours to explore the city (if option selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission to attractions
What To Expect
Duration:2 hours
Operating Schedule:Operates daily: First Bus 10 AM, Last Bus 5 PM. Service every 30-45 minutes. Red Loop lasts 2 hours. Download the free Big Bus app for stop locations, city information and live bus tracking.
Riverwalk
Stop 1 - Chicago Riverwalk (98 E. Wacker Drive, across the bridge from Trump Tower))
Skydeck Chicago
Stop 2 - Skydeck Chicago & Willis Tower
Millennium Park
Stop 3 - Millennium Park &The Art Institute of Chicago
Grant Park
Stop 4 - Hilton Chicago &Grant Park
Adler Planetarium
Stop 5 - Adler Planetarium
Field Museum
Stop 6 - Field Museum of Natural History and Museum Campus
Chicago Architecture Center
Stop 7 - Chicago Architecture Center and Sheraton Grand
Navy Pier
Stop 8 - Navy Pier
Magnificent Mile
Stop 9 - Water Tower & The Magnificent Mile
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Stop 10 - John Hancock Center
618 N Clark St
Stop 11 - River North
Options
72-Hour Ticket & Walking Tours
72-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Unlimited hop on and off at convenient stops around Chicago and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard
Digital Walking Tours: Choice of 4 self-guided walking tours to continue exploring Chicago by foot
48hr Ticket & Guided Boat Tour
Save 20% off full retail
48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Enjoy hop-on hop-off access at 11 stops with digital commentary onboard
75-min Architecture Boat Tour : Enjoy a narrated tour along the Chicago River and see the stunning architecture
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.
48-hour Ticket & Walking Tours
48-hour Hop-n Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at convenient stops around Chicago and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
Digital Walking Tours: Enjoy self-guided walking tours to continue exploring Chicago by foot
Reviews
2,098 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hop On/Off
Nikki H,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
4.00Good! Driver let us know what stop is coming up and made sure we got brochure and headphones. I loved that we could get on walk and get on at another stop with no worries of uber/cab fees
Chicago
Alvin Y,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00We were on a tight schedule so we never got off but only once . Next time when we have the time we would like to do it again and then stop and get off and on more often
It’s a great way to...
Susan A,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00It’s a great way to explore Chicago if you have never been there. Took us to all the sights we wanted to see and then some
Lifelong Chicagoan visits own city
Faith D,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00The BIG BUS city tour was every bit as beautiful as the Architectural Boat Tour. Many places I hadn’t seen or visited since childhood. A whole new appreciation.
Poor descriptions
Daniel S,
Aug 25, 2025
- Viator
2.00The audio description during the tour is poor, lacking detail. For most of the tour, we listened to music on the audio channel, rather than getting the city's explanations as expected. The bus is comfortable and the route is good; I understand it's more useful as transportation than as a guided tour.
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