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Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

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Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Regular temperature checks for staff
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Overview

Don’t spend time figuring out what to see in Chicago and how to get there—this hop-on hop-off tour provides a mapped-out itinerary of the city's top sights. With several strategically located stops, the tour allows you to explore the Windy City at your own pace. See the world-class Art Institute and landmark skyscrapers, while live commentary onboard gives you insight into the city's colorful history.
  • See top attractions like Millennium Park, the Magnificent Mile, and Grant Park
  • Capture unobstructed views from the open-top, double-decker bus
  • Learn about Chicago’s sights and history from the onboard live commentary
  • Choose a Classic, Premium or Deluxe ticket to suit your schedule

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

A full circuit introduces you to the city’s top attractions, with none of the logistical headaches.
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Hop-on, hop-off, open-top, sightseeing bus tour.
Live Guide
Complimentary Bag of Garrett's Popcorn
Free Wi-Fi
Live bus tracking
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure Point

You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.

Departure Time

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Return Details

You may disembark at any of the available stops.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
  • Most travelers can participate
  • OPERATED BY Big Bus Tours - USA

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
See all safety measures taken by Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour?
A:
The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour?
A:
The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers.

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Traveler Tips

  • "Make sure you get your Viator voucher validated before trying to board bus." See review
  • "Hop on hop offs are always a good idea when visiting a new place." See review
  • "Highly recommend this tour, the stops are perfect and the tour guides are excellent." See review

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Funny and informative!
Susan_C
, Mar 2020
Jack was fabulous! He knew his stuff! And was thoroughly entertaining as well. Saw so much of the city that I was not able to see any other way.
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Very informative
KEnj
, Mar 2020
Bingo and Tyrone were great!!! Wonderful driving in the traffic and very informative discussion. Learned a lot about Chicago.
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Great way to see City
williemac19
, Jan 2020
We love taking the Hop on Hop Off Tours. This covers the main route of where you want to go downtown. Reason for only 3 stars is that the bus only comes once an hour. Also in January bus was FREEZING!! Seemed to have no heat.
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Chicago Bus Tour
shanepjoconnor
, Jan 2020
Had an incredible experience touring the city. Bongi was an excellent guide, informative, knowledgeable, and engaging throughout. There was so much to take in I never even noticed the cold weather until it was all over!
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Did not operate on day of booking
Andrew C
, Dec 2019
Operator did not run on the date booked, no contact was made to inform of this change even though the form indicated that it was running, waited for over 1 hour for a bus. I contacted the operator the next day and was advised that no service was on the day of booking - very poor
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franciscoportuondo
, Oct 2019
Excellent tour guide and very well educated with the history of the City and not to forget how friendly he was
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star-5
A great way to see a new city on the first day
G0Bears34
, Oct 2019
We have done a few Big Bus tours but it was good to have a tour guide on this one rather than the audio commentary. He was enthusiastic, welcoming us to the bus and finding out where we had visited from. This gave the tour a friendly feel. We found out a lot about the main areas in the city and extra snips of information too. The only downside was the wait for some of the buses at a few of the stops (as it was very cold). It would be good to have a tracker on the app so you could locate the next bus to srrive (as the CTA buses have).
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kazythemort
, Oct 2019
It was great. Went around 4 times 1st day, getting off and on including night tour. Great guides and drivers. Came back next day, defiantly worth our money. Loved Vance.
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Awesome sights great views
Dawn M
, Oct 2019
The commentary was great, the view were great and made the trip to Chicago great! Would highly recommend to anyone who wants to see a little bit in a short time.
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Great trip
Shaun C
, Oct 2019
A great way to go around the city & see what it has to offer so you can go back later or another day if you don't have time on the day.
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