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By See it ALL Chicago Tours

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,083 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Uncover the best of Chicago on an unforgettable highlights tour designed for travelers, sightseers, and history lovers alike! Step off the bus to admire Frank Lloyd Wright’s lobby inside The Rookery, take in dramatic sights at Buckingham Fountain, capture panoramic skyline photos at Museum Campus, and marvel at Millennium Park’s famous Bean and Crown Fountain.

    Along the way, take in views of Willis Tower, the Chicago Board of Trade, the luxury shops of The Magnificent Mile, historic Gold Coast brownstones, and Lincoln Park’s scenic overlooks, all while learning the dramatic stories and famous movie history (Home Alone 2, The Untouchables) behind the Windy City's greatest landmarks.

    Upgrade your experience to include the world-renowned 75-minute Architectural River Cruise!

    Please note, infants 0-3 years old must sit on a lap.

Activity location

  • Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
    • 17 E Monroe St
    • 60603-5608, Chicago, Illinois, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 124 S Wabash Ave
    • 124 South Wabash Avenue
    • 60603, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Luxury Bus Tour (NO BOAT)

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 4,083.37 x 1 AdultP 4,083.37
Total
Price is P 4,083.37

Luxury Bus + River Cruise

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Upgrade to include cruise: Includes 75-min architecture cruise, your luxury bus tour ends directly at the dock to board your boat.

Language options: English
Price details
P 6,847.49 x 1 AdultP 6,847.49
Total
Price is P 6,847.49

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Luxury Minibus
  • Inclusions
    Live Tour Guide
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants (0-3 years old) travel for free and do not require a ticket. They must travel on a parent/guardian's lap, and will not be allocated an individual seat.
    • Buckingham Fountain does not operate during the winter months (November to April). During these months, the fountain stop is replaced with a stop at Lincoln Park.
    • The Rookery Building lobby is closed on Sundays, this will be exterior view only.
    • During the Summer months (May-October), visits to Lincoln Park and the Fullerton Street Bridge Overlook are subject to daily traffic conditions and time constraints.
    • The Architecture boat option upgrade is only available March - November

Activity itinerary

Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby

  • 15m
Start your journey at the iconic Palmer House, one of the oldest continuously operating hotels in America. Step inside the ornate lobby to hear how this landmark shaped Chicago history—and how it’s the birthplace of the brownie! A sweet beginning to a memorable tour.

The Rookery Building

  • 10m
Step inside or view from outside one of the world’s first skyscrapers. Designed by Burnham and Root and later remodeled by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Rookery is a must-see for architecture lovers. (Please note, the Rookery Building lobby is closed on Sundays, this will be exterior view only).

Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower (Pass by)

Pass by one of the world's most recognizable skyscrapers and take in its impressive, soaring design from street level.

Buckingham Fountain

  • 10m
Stop at one of the most iconic fountains in the world. Located in the heart of Grant Park, Buckingham Fountain’s water shows offer a stunning and refreshing photo op with the city’s skyline in the background.

Field Museum (Pass by)

Glide past the legendary Field Museum, home of “Sue,” the most complete T. rex skeleton ever discovered. Your guide will share fun facts about this world-famous hub of natural history, perfect for curious minds.

Museum Campus

  • 10m
Hop off at Museum Campus for a postcard-perfect shot of Chicago’s skyline! This stop offers unbeatable panoramic views of the lake, skyline, and navy pier.

Cloud Gate

  • 15m
Step off the bus and into Chicago's premier urban park to capture unforgettable photos beneath Cloud Gate (known as "The Bean"), admire the interactive art of Crown Fountain, and marvel at the soaring steel structure of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion.

Wrigley Building

  • 10m
Step off the bus along Wacker Drive to capture iconic photos of the gleaming white terra-cotta facade and famous clock tower of this French Renaissance-style skyscraper overlooking the Chicago River.

Tribune Tower (Pass by)

Marvel at this soaring neo-Gothic skyscraper, famous for its dramatic flying buttresses and original fragments from world landmarks (like the Parthenon and Great Wall of China) embedded into its exterior walls.

The Magnificent Mile (Pass by)

Drive down North Michigan Avenue, also known as the Magnificent Mile—Chicago’s premier shopping street. Learn about its luxury retailers, towering architecture, and the stories that make this boulevard truly magnificent.

Gold Coast (Pass by)

Drive through one of the country's wealthiest historic districts, past 19th-century brownstones and the site of the original Playboy Mansion.

2400 N Cannon Dr

  • 10m
Step off the bus into lush parklands to enjoy scenic gardens and pause at the Fullerton Street Bridge overlook for a breathtaking, panoramic view of the Chicago skyline from the North.

Location

Activity location

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    Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
    • 17 E Monroe St
    • 60603-5608, Chicago, Illinois, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    124 S Wabash Ave
    • 124 South Wabash Avenue
    • 60603, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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