Chicago Bus Tours

Discover Chicago's iconic landmarks on our Hop-on, Hop-off Chicago Big Bus Tour!

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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.

Open-Top Buses
Audio Guides
Free Mobile App
See all the Top Landmarks
Day & Night Tours
Private Hires

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24 Hours

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What's included:

24h Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour Ticket
Fully Flexible Bus Ticket (free date change)

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Red Loop

48 Hours

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Includes vox walking tour!

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Includes vox walking tour!

What's included:

48h Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour Ticket
Free Vox Self-Guided Walking Tour app download
Fully Flexible Bus Ticket (free date change)

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Red Loop

48 Hours

Essential Ticket + Architecture Cruise

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What's included:

48h Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour Ticket
Free Vox Self-Guided Walking Tour app download
Shoreline Sightseeing 75-min Architecture Cruise
Fully Flexible Bus Ticket (free date change)

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Red Loop

Night Tour

Sunset Live Tour

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Ticket available May–October
1hr 45min panoramic bus tour
Golden hour - great photo opportunities
Live guided tour

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View of Michigan Avenue Bridge in Chicago

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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The Big Loop - Red Route

With entertaining and informative audio guides.

View of the Chicago Art Institute Lion Statue

View of Chicago's Navy Pier with Skyscrapers behind it

Operates 10:00am - 5:00pm
Frequency: 30 - 45 mins
No. of Stops 11

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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:

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.