Experience the Windy City’s dazzling skyscrapers lit up at night. Set off on a panoramic night tour from the Magnificent Mile to Michigan Avenue, passing by the Chicago Theatre and Buckingham Fountain.

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Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Host or greeter: English, Spanish
Audio guide included: English, Spanish
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Take in the best view of the Chicago Skyline from the Museum Campus along Lake Michigan
Experience the Art on the Mart, the world's largest outdoor light installation
Admire the dazzling lights of the Chicago Theatre, Chicago River, Magnificent Mile, and more from the top on an open-top double decker bus
Enjoy engaging audio commentary that will immerse you into the depth and culture of the Windy City

Full description

From the top deck of a double-decker bus, experience Chicago at night. Enjoy a 75-minute, panoramic tour and take in unique views of the Chicago skyline, comprised of world-famous skyscrapers and revolutionary architecture. Take a photo overlooking downtown from the Museum Campus in front of the Adler Planetarium. Be amazed by the beautiful water and light display of The Buckingham Fountain as you discover the bustling nightlife of Chicago. Marvel at the magical light show of the one-of-a-kind Art on the Mart, displayed on the facade of the Merchandise Mart. See the city reflect off The Bean (Cloud Gate) at the famous Millennium Park. Experience the city that built the skyscraper, and see architectural marvels like the John Hancock Center, the Wrigley Building, the Chicago Tribune Building, and the Willis Tower. Finish your tour at the Chicago Riverwalk, with the knowledge that you can continue exploring the city with confidence. From the pioneering skyscrapers to the Great Chicago Fire, this night tour will take you on a journey you won't soon forget. Be sure to soak up the exciting atmosphere that makes the Windy City such a fascinating and dynamic place.

Includes

Access to Michigan Avenue
Host or greeter
Transport for activity duration: Bus / coach

Meeting point

Check-in with a tour partner representative at the partner's kiosk at Stop 9. Arrive 15 minutes early to get a seat on top. Stop 9: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave, at the north end of park.

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Important information

What to bring

Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

Smoking
Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

This tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour
Children under the age of 3 may travel free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult (1 adult to 1 child)

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Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 23 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.1/5
Transportation
4.5/5
Value for money
4.8/5

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Lots to see in a short amount of time. I also enjoyed the experience of being on a double decker bus for the 1st time. The speaker system on the bus and the radio announcement from the driver was not the best. Also there were several points on the trip that the bus drove under very low bridges and low lying branches. A few patrons in the bus were smacked by the branches as we drove by.

July 13, 2022

Our son recommended we take this tour and we are soooo glad he did! The night tour was fantastic!

August 11, 2022

Charlie our driver was AWESOME!!! He was fun and knowledgeable!!!! He knew the city inside out!!! Great driver and just fantastic!!

August 8, 2022

Chicago: Big Bus Open-Top Panoramic Night Tour

Chicago: Big Bus Open-Top Panoramic Night Tour

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