Chicago Trip Overview
Create your own sightseeing itinerary with the Chicago Explorer Pass, saving up to 45% off compared to buying individual attraction tickets. This multi-attraction pass, valid for 60 days after your first use, provides admission to your choice of up to seven attractions, tours or activities – all one one pass. Select from more than 25 top sites and things to do, including SkyDeck Chicago, Navy Pier and a Shoreline Architecture River Cruise. It’s the easiest and most affordable way to explore the Windy City at your own pace. Simply save your pass on your mobile device (available as your ‘ticket’ after purchase) and go – no voucher redemption required! With Go City you can see more, do more, and save more.
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Duration: 60 days
Starts: Chicago, United States
Trip Category: Sightseeing Tickets & Passes >> Sightseeing Passes
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What to Expect When Visiting Chicago, Illinois, United States
Create your own sightseeing itinerary with the Chicago Explorer Pass, saving up to 45% off compared to buying individual attraction tickets. This multi-attraction pass, valid for 60 days after your first use, provides admission to your choice of up to seven attractions, tours or activities – all one one pass. Select from more than 25 top sites and things to do, including SkyDeck Chicago, Navy Pier and a Shoreline Architecture River Cruise. It’s the easiest and most affordable way to explore the Windy City at your own pace. Simply save your pass on your mobile device (available as your ‘ticket’ after purchase) and go – no voucher redemption required! With Go City you can see more, do more, and save more.
Visit: Go City® – Chicago, 111 N State St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
See Chicago best shows, enjoy the best Bus tours, River cruises and Observation decks.
Duration: 60 days
Visit: Skydeck Chicago – Willis Tower, 233 S Wacker Drive entrance on Jackson Blvd (south side of building), Chicago, IL 60606-7147
SkyDeck Chicago is the Observatory Deck of the world-famous Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower). Perched 1,353 feet up in the air on the 103rd floor of the tower, SkyDeck Chicago provides some of the best views of the city, from Navy Pier to Soldier Field.
Please note: Due to short-term capacity restrictions, your pass currently enables you to book a slot at Skydeck on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday only.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Visit: Big Bus Tours, 98 N Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Your Go Chicago Explorer pass includes a 1-Day Classic Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Chicago tour, one of the best ways to get to know the city and see all the top sights. From the Windy City’s famed skyscrapers to Magnificent Mile, you’ll see almost everything on your bucket list and you’ll be able to hop on or off at any stop.
Duration: 1 day
Visit: 360 Chicago Observation Deck, 875 N Michigan Avenue 94th Floor, Chicago, IL 60611-1803
Located on the 94th floor, the 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck allows for unparalleled views of the Chicago cityscape, from famous Millennium Park to Soldier Field. Take a ride in the fastest elevator in the city and zip up in under a minute.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit: Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-3419
Navy Pier Chicago is a landmark you’ll hear a lot about on your trip to Chicago, as it is considered the #1 tourist and leisure destination in the Midwest. Attracting an impressive 8.6 million visitors each year, Navy Pier is a 50-acre, lakeside wonderland that lets visitors revel in the splendors of Lake Michigan. Shopping, eating, thrill-riding, movie-watching, and cruise-hopping…you can do it all, and then some, at Navy Pier!
Duration: 1 hour
Visit: Adler Planetarium, 1300 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605-2489
The Universe is at least 91 billion light-years across. Come explore it at the Adler Planetarium! Located on Chicago’s Museum Campus, along with The Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium, Adler is a top Chicago attraction for families from around the world.
Your admission includes all exhibitions and experiences including the historic Atwood Sphere—an interactive tour of the Chicago night sky in 1913, and your choice of two shows including the Adler’s newest sky show, Imagine the Moon. It’s a must-see attraction for anyone curious or with a love for all things space!
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: Shoreline Sightseeing, E Grand Ave 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Explore Chicago on board an Architecture River Tour. This picturesque cruise is led by a professional guide that gives the exciting details of the buildings that line the Chicago River, as well as their historical significance.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Visit: Field Museum, 1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605-2827
See the world’s wonders in one place at The Field Museum. Come face-to-face with SUE, the world’s largest T. Rex, descend into an ancient Egyptian tomb, and explore over 10,000 years of Chinese history and culture. Your Field Museum ticket include access to all permanent exhibits.
Duration: 3 hours
Visit: Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637-2093
Explore mind-blowing exhibits at the Museum of Science and Industry, the largest science museum in the country! The museum offers a variety of hands-on, dynamic activities and exhibits for guests of all ages to enjoy. MSI is a must-see stop during your visit to Chicago. Your Museum of Science and Industry ticket includes access to all permanent exhibits and one film screening at the five-story Giant Dome Theater.
Duration: 3 hours
Visit: LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 601 N Martingale Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173-5903
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center is a massive indoor space filled with LEGO® exhibits, construction demonstrations, interactive areas, and exciting attractions. With exhibits geared towards children of different ages, it’s the perfect place to spend a whole day. A must-see for LEGO® fans ages 3–10 years old.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: Bike and Roll Chicago – Millennium Park (34 S. Michigan Ave), 34 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
Bike and Roll Chicago offers no-hassle bike rentals to help you create your own eco-friendly tour of Chicago’s streets and green spaces. With two convenient pick-up locations, it will be a breeze for you to explore Chicago on two wheels. A great family activity!
Duration: 4 hours
Visit: Tall Ship Windy, 600 E Grand Ave Navy Pier, Chicago, IL 60611-3419
Go on a voyage and sail the waters of Lake Michigan – a quintessential Chicago experience – aboard the city of Chicago’s official tall ship, the famous Tall Ship Windy.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Visit: Chicago Children’s Museum, 700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-3436
Located on Navy Pier, the Chicago Children’s Museum is the perfect educational destination for kids and their families. Filled with awesome, interactive exhibits, hands-on programs, and free daily art classes, the Chicago Children’s Museum is the ideal kid-friendly attraction. Combine it with a visit to the rides at Navy Pier for a fun and educational day!
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: 10pin bowling lounge, 330 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654-5411
Bowl to your hearts content at 10pin Bowling Lounge in the historic Marina City neighborhood of Chicago. 10pin combines the retro sport of bowling with upscale dining and fun, making it the perfect spot for adults and kids alike. Your 10pin Bowling Lounge ticket includes a 2-hour bowling game on a reserved lane, shoe rentals, and a delicious pizza lunch.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614-4757
The Lincoln Park Zoo, one of the most popular family attractions in Chicago, is home to thousands of animals. Visit an amazing variety of creatures in recreations of their native habitats, from marine mammals to exotic jungle climbers.
Although admission to the Zoo is free, your Pass covers the cost of riding The AT&T Endangered Species Carousel and Lionel Train Adventure.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit: Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, 951 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302-2007
The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio tour is a chance to explore the personal and professional spaces of one of the most iconic architects of all time. This unusual complex served as his primary residence and workspace for the first 20 years of his career, during which he created the Robie House, the Larkin Building, and Unity Temple.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: Chicago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614-6038
The Chicago History Museum should be any traveler’s first stop in discovering the rich and vibrant history of Chicago.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-2644
The MCA is one of the world’s largest institutions dedicated to the work of living artists. It is a premiere venue for cutting-edge art and performance in Chicago, featuring rotating exhibitions of both ascendant artists and contemporary icons.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Visit: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Robie House, 5757 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637-1698
The Robie House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for his client Frederick C. Robie, is considered one of the most important buildings in the history of American architecture.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601-3623
The Chicago Theatre Marquee Tour is an in-depth, guided tour of the legendary Chicago Theatre. Tour guides take you on a history-filled journey, from the building of the majestic venue in 1921 all the way to its present day incarnation as a premier concert and theatrical venue. If you’re a fan of classic theater, this is a great behind-the-scenes look at one of the most famous historical venues in the country.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit: Gray Line Chicago, Corner of S Michigan Ave and, E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
Your Go Chicago pass allows you to choose between three Gray Line tours: North Side, South Shore, or Grand Tour (seasonal). You can choose one tour per day. Each tour counts as one activity choice.
The Chicago’s North Side Gray Line tour is a two-hour journey through the sites of downtown Chicago and the North Side attractions. You’ll wind around “The Loop,” through the financial district, past some of the most famous Chicago landmarks, and head all the way up to Lincoln Park. It’s a great introduction to some of the major sites in the Windy City.
The Chicago Historic South Side tour is a 2-hours journey with highlights such as Grant Park, University of Chicago, Buckingham Fountain, and more. Learn all about the tallest apartment buildings in the world, the famous alumni of the University of Chicago, and see plenty of under-the-radar sights you might not have otherwise visited.
The Grand Tour is a 4-hours tour that lets you see North, South and everything in between.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit: Ernest Hemingway Birthplace Museum, 339 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302-2120
Travel through time by taking a historic 45-minute guided tour of the Ernest Hemingway Birthplace Home Museum. Enjoy the chance to learn more about one of the greatest and most influential American writers of the 20th century, right outside of downtown Chicago in Oak Park, Illinois.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit: American Writers Museum, 180 N Michigan Ave 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60601-7401
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, the American Writers Museum is home to interactive exhibits and programs that put all genres of writing on display. Recently named one of the 10 Best New Museums in the World by Fodor’s, it’s a must-see for any literature lover.
Duration: 1 hour
