Chicago Bus Tours
Discover Chicago's iconic landmarks on our Hop-on, Hop-off Chicago Big Bus Tour!
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Tours closed on Dec 25
Why Book a Chicago Bus Tour?
Our Chicago bus tours are the perfect introduction to the city, with incredible photo opportunities of iconic landmarks from the top deck.
Hop on to discover Chicago, and hop off at any stop to explore the city at your own pace.
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Open-Top Buses
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Audio Guides
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Free Mobile App
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See all the Top Landmarks
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Day & Night Tours
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Our Chicago Bus Tour Routes
Our bus tours operate over two different routes, with stops near all the best Chicago landmarks and attractions.
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FAQs
Do I need to choose a date for my tour?
Yes – when you book, you will need to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to secure your seat. If your ticket has extra inclusions, you may also need to book dates and times for these inclusions after your purchase is complete via our Booking Portal. For more information, please see the instructions on your booking confirmation email.
Where can I buy a ticket for the tour?
You can purchase tickets directly from our website or from a member of our Big Bus street sales team. Please note that for hygiene reasons we are unable to accept cash payments.
Is the audioguide available in my language?
Our Chicago bus tours feature location-synchronized audio guides, offering a fun and informative pre-recorded commentary in 2 languages, including:
Read more on our Tour Commentary page
- English
- Spanish
Read more on our Tour Commentary page
What time do tours start and how often do the buses run?
Please visit our Service Information page for up-to-date information on tour start times and frequency.
Where can I start the tour?
You can board our day tour buses and start your Chicago sightseeing adventure from any of our
bus stops.
Tell me about the Big Bus tour of Chicago
Big Bus Chicago offers sightseeing tours of the Chicago on open-top, double-decker buses. An entertaining commentary on the city's history and culture is provided in English by a virtual guides, who'll share fascinating facts and stories about Chicago's history and culture as you pass all its must-see landmarks and attractions. You can hop on and hop off the bus at any of our bus stops to discover and explore the city, and you're free to rejoin the tour as many times as you like within your ticket's validity period.