Big Bus Chicago: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour, 24/48/72hr Pass

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

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

Big Loop (Red Route)

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.

Stop 1 - Chicago Riverwalk (98 E. Wacker Drive, across the bridge from Trump Tower))

Stop 2 - Skydeck Chicago & Willis Tower

Stop 3 - Millennium Park &The Art Institute of Chicago

Stop 4 - Hilton Chicago &Grant Park

Stop 5 - Adler Planetarium

Stop 6 - Field Museum of Natural History and Museum Campus

Stop 7 - Chicago Architecture Center and Sheraton Grand

Stop 8 - Navy Pier

Stop 9 - Water Tower & The Magnificent Mile

Stop 10 - John Hancock Center

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

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

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.

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

Reviews

3.88

2,032 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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skip it, not great
Chantelle M,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
1.00
Booked on viator and the ticket had an error! Would not download so I went to the red bus direct and paid twice for bumpy ride. Not well organized. Bus was late, and we had no idea about getting headsets! Driver was not great had a heavy foot, I had to hold on to the rail to stay in the seat!
Must do in Chicago!
MariaReynolds B,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This is a great opportunity to check out the city without worrying about where to park the car! Hop on and off all day and explore the neighborhoods! I loved the fact that I got to add another day to my one day ticket for just $10! Highly recommend this bus tour!
Tour itself was good and...
Christopher S,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Tour itself was good and provided cool tidbits on Chicago. We were frustrated with the spacing of buses being on top of one another and the uncertainty of when they'd arrive at the stops. This is all with the tracking via app. Spent too much time walking around considering the price of the bus tickets
Tourist for a day
Jackie I,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We live in chicago, but in the suburbs. I wanted to be a tourist for the day. It was so much fun. Never waited long for the buses. The route was perfect. Favorite stops Navy Pier. We walked by the lake and had lunch at the Riverwalk. It was an amazing day with my husband
Informative
Shashi A,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Loved the commentary and the fact that the bus went thru the city… didn’t really need to get off the bus to tour the city - especially since the weather was brutal the day we were on the bus.