Best Hop On Hop Off Chicago

Highlights

• Enjoy Chicago’s sites onboard a hop-on-hop-off bus tour.
• Disembark from any of the 12 available bus stops and hop-on again as much as you like.
• Have a worry-free and pleasurable time while experiencing the beauty of Chicago.
• Discover Chicago’s art and architecture, visit at the Stony Island Arts Bank, Chicago Architecture Center, the Rookery, Robie House, Galerie F, and the Tribune Tower.

What It Includes

• Live commentary from local experts.
• An onboard audio guide is available in Mandarin, German, Spanish and Portuguese.
• Readable guide available in 5 languages.
• Option to include admission to the Night Tour and/or Wrigley Field/Lincoln Park Zoo Route.

Verdict

• Ideal for first-time visitors who desires a great introduction to the city. 
• Perfect for all kinds of travelers. Trolley tour vehicles have an elevator platform for passengers in a wheelchair. 

Highlights

• Discover the Windy City at your own pace on board a hop-on-hop-off bus tour.
• Select from Classic, Premium or Deluxe ticket.
• There are 13 stops strategically situated near the top attractions including Millennium Park, Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and Skydeck Chicago.

What It Includes

• Live guides offering informative commentary.
• Admission to the Chicago Architecture Center for Premium and Deluxe ticket holders.
• A complimentary bag of Garrett’s popcorn.
• Free Wi-Fi connection onboard sightseeing bus tour.
• Live bus tracking via the free app.

Verdict

• Families with children can benefit from this tour. Children 3 years old and below are free of charge accompanied by a fare-paying passenger. 
• Wheelchairs and strollers can be used while on this tour. Indicate during booking if wheelchair assistance is required. 

Highlights

• A jam-packed 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour to see the city of Skyscrapers. 
• Enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the Willis Tower, AON Building and the Wrigley building.
• Go through the 13 convenient stops that are situated near the top attractions.

What It Includes

• Live guides offering informative commentary.
• Admission to the Chicago Architecture Center and Skydeck at Willis Tower.
• Free Wi-Fi connection onboard sightseeing bus tour.
• Live bus tracking via the free app.

Verdict

• Tourists who have limited time can benefit from this tour. This is a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour.
• Recommended for returning visitors. Take hold of your own itinerary and hit the attractions you haven’t been before and skip those that don’t interest you.

Highlights

• Discover the wonders of Chicago aboard a hop-on hop-off bus tour. 
• Take in the history of the city while cruising the Chicago River.
• Learn about Daniel Burnham and Meis Van der Rohe, and their contribution to Chicago’s architecture.
• Visit the Rookery, the Stony Island Arts Bank, Robie House, Galerie F and Chicago Architecture Center for more dose of arts and architectures.

What It Includes

• Admission to the Chicago Architecture Center.
• Free Wi-Fi connection onboard sightseeing bus tour.
• A 75-minute Shoreline Architecture River tour.
• Live bus tracking via the free app.
• A complimentary bag of Garret’s popcorn.

Verdict

• Recommended for all types of visitors especially those who are interested in Chicago’s architecture side.
• Families with children can benefit from this tour. Children 3 years old and below are free of charge accompanied by a fare-paying passenger. 

Highlights

• Enjoy Chicago without breaking the bank with Chicago Explorer Pass, a hop-on hop-off bustour. 
• The multi-attraction pass is valid for 30 days with a wide selection of sites and things to do.
• Build your own itinerary depending on your schedule and preference.
• See top attractions such as Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower, The Art Institute of Chicago, Go Chicago Pass and a lot more.

What It Includes

• Admission to 3, 4 or 5 tours, activities or attractions.
• A comprehensive pocket guidebook.
• Discounts are offered at select restaurants and retailers.

Verdict

• Travelers staying in the city for a long period of time can benefit from this tour. The Chicago Explorer Pass is valid for 30 days from the time of first use.
• Recommended for travelers that are on a budget. You can save up to 42% on ticket prices.

Highlights

• Traverse through the Windy City aboard the hop-on-hop-off bus tour. 
• Have the chance to access the 16 stops via 2 different routes that will take you to the City’s famous attractions.
• Experience Chicago at night in a 360-degree panoramic open bus tour.
• Explore the Willis Tower, Wrigley Field and Lincoln Park Zoo

What It Includes

• The downtown tour includes a 1-day pass and an extra day for free.
• The night tour includes a 2-hour panoramic view of the city.
• 1-day pass on the Wrigley Field and Lincoln Park Zoo route.
• Downtown and Night Tour includes a 1-day pass on the Downtown route and a 2-hour panoramic night tour.
• Downtown and Wrigley Field and Lincoln Park Zoo tour includes a 1-day pass for both routes.
• Downtown and Wrigley Field and Lincoln Zoo and Night Tour include 1-day access to both routes and a night tour.

Verdict

• Ideal for Travelers who have limited time to spare. Tour selections include 1-day full-packed activities. You can hit all 16 stops in 2 separate routes.
• Recommended for travelers that are on a budget. You can mix and match tour options depending on your preferred activities. An extra free day pass is also awarded for Downtown tour ticker holders.

Highlights

• Discover the iconic architectures and landmarks on board a hop-on hop-off bus tour. 
• Have an unforgettable helicopter tour along the city skyline as you admire the architectures from above.
• See finest skyscrapers including the 875 N Michigan, the Willis Tower and the Wrigley Building.

What It Includes

• A guided 24-mile helicopter tour of the city.
• Live commentary.
• Roundtrip shuttle from the heliport to downtown.
• A complimentary bag of Garrett's popcorn.
• A complimentary backpack from the Park Shop.
• Includes all fees and taxes.
• Admission to Chicago Skyline and Big Bus Tours.

Verdict

• Ideal for Travelers who want to see Chicago from a different perspective. A helicopter ride will surely make the trip one for the books. 
• Recommended for those travelers than can get in and out of a helicopter under their own power.