Hop-on Hop-off Chicago Bus Tours

All top attractions covered
All top attractions covered
Regular Schedule. Unlimited rides
Regular Schedule. Unlimited rides
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Last minute availability. Instant confirmation.



Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago skyline.
Tourists enjoying a sunny day on the upper deck of a Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour bus with Chicago's skyline in the background
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Chicago skyline view from Big Bus Hop-On-Hop-Off tour with iconic skyscrapers and city landmarks.
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago skyline.
Tourists enjoying the Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour with a view of the city's iconic skyline and landmarks
Navy Pier Chicago
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago skyline.
Tourists enjoying a sunny day on the upper deck of a Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour bus with Chicago's skyline in the background
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Chicago skyline view from Big Bus Hop-On-Hop-Off tour with iconic skyscrapers and city landmarks.
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago skyline.
Tourists enjoying the Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour with a view of the city's iconic skyline and landmarks
Navy Pier Chicago
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago skyline.
Tourists enjoying a sunny day on the upper deck of a Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour bus with Chicago's skyline in the background
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Chicago skyline view from Big Bus Hop-On-Hop-Off tour with iconic skyscrapers and city landmarks.
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago skyline.
Tourists enjoying the Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour with a view of the city's iconic skyline and landmarks
Navy Pier Chicago
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
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Big Bus: Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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$49.50
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Effortlessly navigate Chicago's must-see sights on a hop-on hop-off bus tour with unlimited hop-on and offs and no travel hassle.
  • Ride the Red Loop and hop off at 11 renowned stops, with buses arriving every 30 mins to keep your adventure rolling.
  • Climb aboard a double-decker, soak in the 360° Windy City vistas, and let the audio guide in English and Spanish whisk you through must-see landmarks.
  • From the Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park to the Willis Tower and John Hancock Tower get a front-row seat to Chicago's legendary landmarks.
  • Effortlessly navigate Chicago's must-see sights on a hop-on hop-off bus tour with unlimited hop-on and offs and no travel hassle.
  • Ride the Red Loop and hop off at 11 renowned stops, with buses arriving every 30 mins to keep your adventure rolling.
  • Climb aboard a double-decker, soak in the 360° Windy City vistas, and let the audio guide in English and Spanish whisk you through must-see landmarks.
  • From the Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park to the Willis Tower and John Hancock Tower get a front-row seat to Chicago's legendary landmarks.

Inclusions

  • 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Access to Red Loop
  • Audio guide in English and Spanish
  • Complimentary headphones
  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and get on and off throughout your ticket's validity

Red Loop

  • First Bus: 10am from stop #1 (Chicago Riverwalk)
  • Last Bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Chicago Riverwalk)
  • Frequency: Every 30mins
  • Popular stops: Magnificent Mile, Willis Tower, John Hancock Tower
  • Not all buses are wheelchair accessible. You can contact the service operator 48 hours before your trip and they'll try to assist you.
  • Your safety comes first so visitors with mobility impairments may be restricted from accessing the upper decks.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Tourists watching Chicago skyline from 360 Chicago Observation Deck\Tourists enjoying Chicago Hop On and Hop Off Tour
Couple taking a selfie on Chicago's 360 Observation Deck
Family on the tilt ride, looking out at a city skyline from an observation deck.
Tourists enjoying the Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour with a view of the city's iconic skyline and landmarks
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Women having a drink in Cloud Bar at Chicago's 360 Observation Deck
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Tourists watching Chicago skyline from 360 Chicago Observation Deck\Tourists enjoying Chicago Hop On and Hop Off Tour
Couple taking a selfie on Chicago's 360 Observation Deck
Family on the tilt ride, looking out at a city skyline from an observation deck.
Tourists enjoying the Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour with a view of the city's iconic skyline and landmarks
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Women having a drink in Cloud Bar at Chicago's 360 Observation Deck
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Tourists watching Chicago skyline from 360 Chicago Observation Deck\Tourists enjoying Chicago Hop On and Hop Off Tour
Couple taking a selfie on Chicago's 360 Observation Deck
Family on the tilt ride, looking out at a city skyline from an observation deck.
Tourists enjoying the Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour with a view of the city's iconic skyline and landmarks
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
Women having a drink in Cloud Bar at Chicago's 360 Observation Deck
Double-decker bus on Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Chicago Theatre.
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Combo (Save 10%): Chicago Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour + 360 Chicago Observation Deck Skip-the-Line Tickets

from $79.50
$71.55

10% off

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
Audio guide
  • With these combo tickets to the flexible 24/48-hour hop-on-hop-off tour and 360 Chicago observation deck, get the best of the windy city while you save money.
  • Beat the daytime crowds with your skip-the-line tickets to the Chicago 360 Observation Deck and level up your Insta-game with the trippy 3D cloud-walking mural.
  • Wind down at the CloudBar and experience Chicago like a local with neighborhood-inspired cocktails and local brew while you soak up insane lakefront views!
  • Tour Chicago at your leisure with a 24 or 48-hour hop-on-hop-off bus pass, offering frequent departures and access to 11 stops.
  • Ride in comfort on double-decker buses, soaking in panoramic views of Chicago while listening to an informative audio guide.
  • With these combo tickets to the flexible 24/48-hour hop-on-hop-off tour and 360 Chicago observation deck, get the best of the windy city while you save money.
  • Beat the daytime crowds with your skip-the-line tickets to the Chicago 360 Observation Deck and level up your Insta-game with the trippy 3D cloud-walking mural.
  • Wind down at the CloudBar and experience Chicago like a local with neighborhood-inspired cocktails and local brew while you soak up insane lakefront views!
  • Tour Chicago at your leisure with a 24 or 48-hour hop-on-hop-off bus pass, offering frequent departures and access to 11 stops.
  • Ride in comfort on double-decker buses, soaking in panoramic views of Chicago while listening to an informative audio guide.

Inclusions

Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

  • 24/48-hour unlimited HOHO pass
  • Audio guide in English & Spanish

360 Chicago Observation Deck

  • Skip-the-line tickets to the observation deck
  • Access to CloudBar
  • Access to CloudWalk

Red Route

  • First bus: 10am from Chicago Riverwalk
  • Last bus: 5pm from Chicago Riverwalk
  • Frequency: 30mins
  • Popular stops: Millennium Park and The Art Institute of Chicago, Navy Pier, Hard Rock Cafe

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

24/48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Chicago

  • Tip: Dine at Navy Pier which brings the rich culinary tradition of Chicago under one roof. From a quick bite to an upscale night out, you'll get everything here.
  • Some of the buses are wheelchair accessible, but the upper decks on the buses aren't.
  • All children must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 16.

360 Chicago Observation Deck Skip-the-Line Tickets

  • Tip: To add a cherry on top, visit during sunset to watch as the sky lights up in resplendent shades of orange and pink, and the city lights twinkle like many bright fireflies!
  • Items sold at CloudBar may contain the following ingredients: milk, eggs, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, and shellfish.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Go City Chicago Explorer Pass
LEGOLAND Discovery Center
Museum of Contemporary Art
Happy Tourist in front of Cloud Gate Sculpture by Anish Kapoor
Shedd Aquarium
10pin Chicago 90-Minute Bowling & Pizza
Field Museum
Chicago History Museum
360 Chicago
Adler Planetarium
Go City Chicago Explorer Pass
LEGOLAND Discovery Center
Museum of Contemporary Art
Happy Tourist in front of Cloud Gate Sculpture by Anish Kapoor
Shedd Aquarium
10pin Chicago 90-Minute Bowling & Pizza
Field Museum
Chicago History Museum
360 Chicago
Adler Planetarium
Go City Chicago Explorer Pass
LEGOLAND Discovery Center
Museum of Contemporary Art
Happy Tourist in front of Cloud Gate Sculpture by Anish Kapoor
Shedd Aquarium
10pin Chicago 90-Minute Bowling & Pizza
Field Museum
Chicago History Museum
360 Chicago
Adler Planetarium
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Go City Chicago Explorer Pass: Choose 2 to 7 Attractions

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$84
Free cancellation

Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience

Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
Flexible duration
  • Discover the windy city in the best way possible: with this convenient, wallet-friendly, and easy-to-use Explorer Pass.
  • Heading to just 3 top attractions such as HOHO Big Bus Chicago, 360 CHICAGO, and Shedd Aquarium, will save you 25% with a 1-day pass instead of paying for individual attraction tickets.
  • Choose from must-visit attractions like SkyDeck Chicago and Field Museum, try touristy activities like the 1-day hop on hop off classic tour, or enjoy a laid-back day of bowling and lunch at the 10Pin Chicago: the options are endless.
  • Make use of the free, one-time entry into your choice of attractions — 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 depending on the ticket option selected.
  • Redeem your ticket at the first attraction visited. After that, your ticket is valid for 60 days- spread out the attractions across this timeframe and explore Chicago like a pro.
  • Avail additional shopping, dining, and entertainment discounts along with an online guide and PDF with key maps and useful tips.
  • Discover the windy city in the best way possible: with this convenient, wallet-friendly, and easy-to-use Explorer Pass.
  • Heading to just 3 top attractions such as HOHO Big Bus Chicago, 360 CHICAGO, and Shedd Aquarium, will save you 25% with a 1-day pass instead of paying for individual attraction tickets.
  • Choose from must-visit attractions like SkyDeck Chicago and Field Museum, try touristy activities like the 1-day hop on hop off classic tour, or enjoy a laid-back day of bowling and lunch at the 10Pin Chicago: the options are endless.
  • Make use of the free, one-time entry into your choice of attractions — 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 depending on the ticket option selected.
  • Redeem your ticket at the first attraction visited. After that, your ticket is valid for 60 days- spread out the attractions across this timeframe and explore Chicago like a pro.
  • Avail additional shopping, dining, and entertainment discounts along with an online guide and PDF with key maps and useful tips.

Inclusions

  • Choice of 2/3/4/5/6/7 of Chicago's top attractions
  • Access to attractions: Shedd Aquarium, 360 CHICAGO, SkyDeck Chicago & more
  • Access to outdoor activities: HOHO Big Bus Chicago, Architectural River and Lake Tour, Lakefront Speedboat Tour & more
  • Discounts at restaurants: $20 drinks and food credit at The Cauldron Chicago & more
  • Get complete details here

Exclusions

  • Airport transfers
  • Public transport
  • Certain attractions require prior bookings. For the complete list, please click here
  • You can visit each attraction once daily for your chosen pass.
  • First, download the Go City App. Use your order confirmation number to add your pass to your phone. Once you visit your first attraction, your pass will be activated!
  • Feeling old school? You can also print your pass at home using the link in your confirmation email. You can also show this version of your pass on your phone.
  • Get access to pre-recorded commentary, suggested itineraries, a handy map, and more, available at your fingertips!
  • Your pass is activated as soon as you visit your 1st attraction and is valid for 60 days before it runs out. The days needn't be consecutive.
  • Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience

Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tours

Chicago is a dynamic city located in the state of Illinois, USA. It is famous for its stunning skyline, diverse neighborhoods, deep-dish pizza, and blues music. The city offers world-class museums, beautiful parks, and iconic attractions like Millennium Park and Navy Pier.

With Chicago's Hop-on Hop-off buses, you can get to explore all the top spots in the city, and all you need is one ticket! Read on to learn more about Chicago Hop-on Hop-off bus tours.

Why Choose Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tours?

Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off
  • Visit Top Landmarks: See all of Chicago’s top attractions from the open-top buses.
  • Easy and Convenient: Explore the best of Chicago with just one ticket without any worry about your commute.
  • Save Money: Hop-on Hop-off bus tours will help you save money as you won’t have to spend money on local transportation.
  • Comfortable Buses: You can enjoy an air-conditioned double-decker bus with an open-roofed top deck.
  • Pre-Recorded Commentary: There are audio guides in English and Spanish to give you information on all the attractions you will visit.

Please check your tickets for more information on the special features and inclusions.

Chicago Hop-on Hop-off routes & timings

Big Bus

Follow the Red Loop in and around downtown Chicago with a 24/48-hour pass across 11+ stops. Major attractions include the Willis Tower, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, and Art Institute of Chicago, supported by audio guides in English and Spanish.

TIMINGS
10am-5pm from Chicago Riverwalk
FREQUENCY
Every 30 minutes

Explore 11+ stops with a 24/48-hour unlimited pass

Hop-on Hop-off Chicago

Chicago Hop On Hop Off Visitor Tips and Guidelines

  • Know the Inclusions: Chicago hop-on hop-off bus tour operators have multiple ticket options. Some are valid for 24 hours and some for 48 hours.
  • Plan Your Route: Know the route that your hop-on hop-off bus will take so you can decide which stops you would like to get off at beforehand, and which major attractions are near the stops. 
  • Schedule Your Stops: If you want to tour any of the attractions near the bus stops, make sure you know how long you'll spend there, and when the next hop-on hop-off bus will stop. 
  • Attraction Tickets: Many attractions require entry tickets, be sure to buy these in advance online to avoid standing and waiting in long queues.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tours

Q. Does Chicago have a Hop-on Hop-off bus tour?

A. Yes, Chicago has a Hop-on Hop-off bus tour.

Q. Where can I buy Chicago Hop-on Hop-off tickets?

A. You can buy Chicago Hop-on Hop-off tickets online.

Q. Are Chicago Hop-on Hop-off tickets available online?

A. Yes, you can avail Chicago Hop-on Hop-off tickets online.

Q. How much does Hop-on Hop-off bus cost in Chicago?

A. Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus tour ticket prices start from $44.99.

Q. How do Hop-on Hop-off buses work in Chicago?

A. Hop-on Hop-off buses in Chicago allow you to get on and leave the bus at any of the designated stops to see the major city landmarks whenever you want.

Q. How often are the Hop-on Hop-off buses in Chicago?

A. Chicago Hop-on Hop-off buses run between 10 AM to 5 PM.

Q. Are Chicago's Hop-on Hop-off bus tours accessibility-friendly?

A. Yes, Chicago's Hop-on Hop-off bus tours are accessible to wheelchair users.