Chicago Architecture River & Sightseeing Tour Combo
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Experience Chicago from two unique perspectives with the Chicago Architecture River Tour & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour. This combo ticket offers a flexible way to explore the city’s iconic sights at your own pace. With a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass, you can hop on and off at over 40 landmarks along famous streets like Magnificent Mile, Lake Shore Drive, State Street, Clark Street, and Grand Ave.
Complement your city tour with a 75-minute Shoreline Architecture Cruise. This cruise takes you along all three branches of the Chicago River, revealing the city’s most stunning architectural treasures. Expert guides provide live commentary, sharing stories about how Chicago’s buildings and engineering helped shape its reputation as an architectural marvel.
Whether you prefer exploring on land or from the water, this experience gives you the freedom to create your own itinerary. Plus, enjoy digital walking tours and the convenience of the Big Bus Tours app for seamless ticket management and live tracking. Save 20% when you bundle these two iconic Chicago experiences!
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Chicago Architecture River Tour & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour?
The combined experience lasts for 2 hours, with a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket and a 75-minute architecture river cruise.
What languages are available for the tour commentary?
The tours are available in English and Spanish.
Is the tour suitable for all ages?
Yes, the tour is suitable for infants (0-2), children (3-12), and adults (13-100). It is also wheelchair accessible, and infants can ride in strollers or prams.
What’s included in the package?
Your package includes a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket, access to an open-top double-decker bus, the Big Bus Tours app, a 75-minute Chicago River Architecture Cruise, professional digital commentary, an expert architecture guide, and four digital self-guided walking tours.
Are food and drinks included?
No, food and drinks are not included in this experience.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes, you can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure. Cancellations made within 24 hours are non-refundable.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Ticket with unlimited access
- Open-top double decker bus
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking, ticket activation)
- Save 20% off retail when you bundle these two experiences!
- 75-minute Chicago River Architecture Cruise
- Professional digital commentary on bus tour with souvenir earbuds
- Expert architecture guide on Architectural River Tour
- Four self-guided digital walking tours to explore more of the city
Not included
- Food & Drinks
- Pick-up & Drop-off
Itinerary
Hop on and off at over 40 landmarks along Chicago’s most famous streets, then enjoy a scenic 75-minute architecture cruise along the Chicago River. Create your own schedule and explore at your own pace.
Meeting point & pickup
No specific meeting point required. The bus stops and cruise departure points are accessible throughout the city.
Your tickets are valid for 48 hours, allowing you to hop on and off at any designated stop on the bus route. The architecture cruise departs from a central shoreline location, details provided upon booking.
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Use the Big Bus Tours app for live tracking and ticket activation. Simply scan your digital ticket at the bus stops or cruise departure point.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day before
- 0% refund if cancelled within 24 hours
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $99.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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