Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Overview

The lakeside metropolis of Chicago is famous for its striking skyscrapers, world-class museums and colorful history. Explore the “Windy City” at your own pace, with the choice of a Classic(24 Hour) and Premium (48 Hour) ticket, all which include a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus tour with stops strategically located near the city’s top attractions. Hop on to experience sites like the Adler Planetarium and Navy Pier or hop off along the Magnificent Mile to shop, see the great city at heart-stopping heights from Willis Tower’s Skydeck.

City: Chicago

Thu 31 Oct

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Starting at $44.99

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Thu 31 Oct

Starting at $44.99

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Live Bus Tracking (Download Free Big Bus App)

Hop-on, Hop-off, Open-top, Sightseeing Bus Tour

Audio Guide

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
Classic 1-day tickets will be valid for same day use. Tickets claimed after 2 pm will be valid for the next calendar day.
Redeem vouchers at any Big Bus hop-on hop-off points
Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Customers are advised to download the Big Bus app to find out more about our new health and safety measures and for real-time bus tracking information. Alternatively please visit the Big Bus website.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

foulkeafied

Jan 2020

We decided to do the tour of Chicago on New Year's Day, as it was the only clear day of our trip. We verified on their website that tours would run "as normal" for the holiday. So we show up at the stop near our hotel about 20 minutes early for a 9:02 arrival. 9:02 comes and goes, with no bus. We wait 15 minutes past the time. Tried to call, no answer. Had to leave a message. 25 minutes past the time (and it's freezing out there folks) we finally get someone to answer the phone. Oh, sorry. The first pick up won't be till 11 because of the holiday. Which is fine, IF it was stated on their website. Her response was sorry, I guess they didn't update the website. That kind of messed up our timeline of the whole day. We had planned the bus to deliver us to several locations. We had to take a regular bus instead. The part of the tour we did get to enjoy was good. Lance was a fabulous guide. But the bad communication and waiting for over 40 minutes in the Chicago cold soured our day.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

We're happy to hear you did enjoy your time with Lance. There are times when circumstances change suddenly, such as the night before, and updates to the website won't appear as timely as we'd like.

M487OAantoniog

Jan 2020

Buses are TOO FEW and are FAR apart. wasted TIME on waiting. If you’re last in the line, there is a chance for you to wait for another hour to ride on the next BUS. Should be maximum of 15 minutes waiting time.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Thank you for taking the time to give feedback on your experience. During the winter season in Chicago we do scale back on the number of buses sent out which will increase the wait time between frequencies and we will always strive to do our best to ensure consistent gap times between buses.

321donm

Jan 2020

Rick & Darius were great! Awesome trip and great sights... We would definitely use this service again!

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Thank you for your kind words; we always let our guides and drivers know when they have had a positive impact on our guests. We look forward to having you back in Chicago and hope to show you the sights again.