See all the sights of Chicago at your own pace! On a Chicago City Hop-on Hop-off Tour you can get off the bus at any scheduled stop to visit Chicago's most popular attractions, then pick up the tour where you left off or get on at any other regular stop on the route. For individuals and families, this is the best way to see the sites!
- Family friendly
- Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
- Multiple departure times and locations available
- Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences
Your lightly-narrated trolley (heated in winter) or double-decker bus will tour 13 magnificent miles of Chicago's downtown and The Loop, taking you by the city's premier shopping, dining and attractions. The tour is about two hours if you do not get off.
Hop on and off as much as you please for 3 consecutive days! Or stay on board an experience a variety of seasonal tours around the city!
The City Lights Night Tour is seasonal and operates May - September beginning at 6pm each night.
Special Offer! - Book now and receive a free Chicago t-shirt, Garrett Popcorn sample and other gifts and discounts with every ticket! - Book Now!
Schedule details
Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Select a month to view a calendar of availability and departure details.
Departure Point:
Board at any of the designated stops:
- Millennium Park
- Michigan Ave Bridge
- Garrett Popcorn / Theatre District
- Art Institute
- Hilton Chicago
- Field Museum
- Sheraton Hotel
- Navy Pier
- Magnificent Mile
- Water Tower
- John Hancock Observatory
- Hard Rock / River North
- Skydeck Chicago
- Chicago Theatre / Macy’s on State Street
Departure Time:
- Operating hours:
- October - February: First tour begins at 9am – Last tour begins at 4pm
- March - November: First tour begins at 9am – Last tour begins at 5pm
Vehicles do not run on December 24-25. Tickets may be used the following day.
Pricing information
Click the link below to check pricing & availability on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.
Tour options:
Unlimited use on Chicago City Hop-on Hop-off Tour for 3 consecutive calendar days from time of first use and the 3 Neighborhood Tours which are seasonal and operate from May - December.
Additional information
Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Inclusions:
- Hop-on hop-off tour
- FREE Chicago t-shirt, sample bag of Garrett Popcorn, Chicago-made candy and more!
- 20% discount on all merchandise from the Park Shop (closed during winter)
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Assistance on and off the vehicles is offered to wheelchair passengers. Wheelchairs which fold up can be stored on board. Some trolley tour vehicles have an elevator platform/lift
Itinerary:
Signature Route: Runs daily, year round:- Millennium Park
- Michigan Ave. Bridge
- Block 37
- Art Institute
- Hilton Chicago
- Field Museum
- Sheraton Hotel
- Navy Pier
- The Magnificent Mile
- Water Tower
- John Hancock Observatory
- Hard Rock/River North
- Skydeck Chicago (Willis Tower)
West Neighborhoods Tour
- Chinatown
- Greektown
- Little Italy
North Neighborhoods Tour
- Wrigley Field
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- Blue Man Group (if you haven't seen Blue Man Group, you haven't seen Chicago)
- Tour will not run on Cubs Home Game Days (abbreviated schedule on night game days)
South Neighborhoods Tour
- Museum of Science and Industry and includes President Obama's hometown highlights
Voucher Info:
You must present a paper voucher for this tour. We will email a link to access and print your voucher at the Lead Travelers email address. What's this?
Local Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
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