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Uncover the Windy City on Chicago’s premier guided minibus tour! Discover 20+ top landmarks with photo stops at Cloud Gate "The Bean", Museum Campus, & the historic Palmer House.
Begin at the Palmer House, birthplace of the brownie, & see Frank Lloyd Wright’s design at the Rookery. View icons like Willis Tower & Soldier Field while learning local history.
Step off at Buckingham Fountain & Museum Campus for skyline views over Lake Michigan & Navy Pier. Pass cultural sights like Shedd Aquarium & the Field Museum.
Capture photos beneath "The Bean", see the Chicago River, & drive down Michigan Avenue past the Water Tower, Gold Coast brownstones, & Playboy Mansion.
UPGRADE YOUR TOUR: Select the Architectural River Cruise option at checkout to admire 40+ skyscrapers with live narration, the ultimate land & river experience!
75-minute cruise offered during summer (April – October)
60-minute cruise offered during winter (November – April)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The driver will meet you at the Wabash street entrance of the Palmer House Hotel, between the UPS Store and Sugar Bliss.
Itinerary
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1Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Step inside one of the world’s first skyscrapers, the Rookery is a must-see for architecture lovers. Featuring a beautiful lobby designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. (Please note, the Rookery Building lobby is closed on Sundays, this will be exterior view only).
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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.
Admission ticket free -
3Clarence F. Buckingham Fountain
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. (June-Late October only - otherwise this is a Passby)
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Soldier Field (Pass by)
The oldest active arena in the NFL. Famous for its blending of the classical Greek-style columns on the outside with a modern, futuristic bowl on the inside.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The first modern planetarium in the Western Hemisphere
Admission ticket free -
4Museum Campus
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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.
Admission ticket free -
5Cloud Gate
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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Chicago River
Take in panoramic views of the Chicago River, its many bridges, the Wrigley Building and the Chicago Tribune Building - a perfect photo opportunity
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Wrigley Building (Pass by)
An iconic landmark with a gleaming white terra-cotta facade and famous clock tower. This French Renaissance-style skyscraper overlooks the Chicago River.
Admission ticket free -
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.
Admission ticket free -
(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.
Admission ticket free -
Water Tower Place (Pass by)
A rare survivor of the devastating Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and a stunning example of Gothic Revival architecture
Admission ticket free -
Fourth Presbyterian Church (Pass by)
The church featured in “My Best Friend’s Wedding
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Chicago’s “Rodeo Drive” - home to the top luxury fashion brands and vibrant restaurants
Admission ticket free -
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.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Pause at the Fullerton Street Bridge overlook for a breathtaking, panoramic view of the Chicago skyline and the John Hancock Tower from the North.
Admission ticket free -
Lincoln Park (Pass by)
See the lush parklands and enjoy scenic gardens. Pause at the Fullerton Street Bridge overlook for a breathtaking, panoramic view of the Chicago skyline from the North.
Admission ticket free -
Navy Pier (Pass by)
Home to the massive 200-foot Centennial Wheel, and many other attractions and restaurants.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Additional info
- 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
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- 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.
- 75-minute cruise offered during summer (April – October)
- 60-minute cruise offered during winter (November – April)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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