10 Bus Tours in Chicago That You Shouldn't Miss

See Chicago’s most essential landmarks from the comfort of a private vehicle on this 3-hour jaunt around town. Your guide will pick you up directly from your Chicago accommodation, after which you’ll be whisked away to see the sights. From the storied Magnificent Mile to the glamour of the Gold Coast, you’ll encounter the best of the Windy City. This private tour is available in Portuguese, English, or Spanish, and kicks off promptly at 9am.

Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Driver/Guide, Private transportation, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Chicago and the history of the mob are synonymous when we look back at history. That’s why we provide an in-depth Chicago Gangster Tour that makes all of the infamous stops for our patrons.  Visit the old stomping grounds of: • Al Capone • John Dillinger • The Untouchables View crime scenes immortalized in vintage news footage, the theater where the law caught up with Dillinger, the restaurant where the North Side Gang riddled Al Capone’s motorcade with rounds from their Tommy Guns, and the site of the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. We bring Chicago’s true crime past to life before your very eyes.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Despite the Great Fire that once ravaged the city of Chicago over a century ago, the city is credited as the birthplace of the modern skyscraper. Chicago is so renowned for architecture that it’s the most vertical metropolis from here to Hong Kong. On our Chicago Architecture Tour, we’ll stop at and discuss: • Sears “Willis” Tower • The John Hancock Building • Gothic gems • Magnificent Mile notable locations • Historic brownstones • The Frank Lloyd Wright homes of Oak Park We offer a uniquely added value opportunity to view not only the outside, but also explore the inside of many of these infamous buildings. Our tour will satisfy the architecture style and structural tastes of the most discerning traveling.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

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Our classic Chicago Hauntings Chicago Ghost tour is a 2.5 to 3-hour fully-narrated tour by coach bus, with numerous stops along the tour route at some of the most actively haunted sites in Chicago, including the site of the Eastland Disaster, where 844 souls perished on the Chicago River; Death Alley, where more than six hundred children and their chaperones lost their lives in the worst single building fire in American history; the site of the infamous St. Valentine’s Day Massacre in storied Lincoln Park, the original and the now abandoned City Cemetery, where an estimated 13,000 unmarked graves remain. Some of our most common stops include murder sites, disaster sites, cursed skyscrapers, gangland sites, Chicago’s most haunted house, and others. You are welcome to take photos at all of our stops — sometimes your camera may capture more than just spooky scenery.

Inclusions: Restroom on board, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks

Enjoy Chicago’s famous sights and fabulous skyline views on this award-winning small-group sightseeing tour of the city. Travel through Chicago with an expert guide on a comfortable minibus, stopping at iconic locations like early skyscraper "The Rookery" (Frank Lloyd Wright architecture), Museum Campus (for the BEST skyline view in town), Millennium Park (The Bean), Buckingham Fountain, The Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, Chicago River, The Gold Coast, Lake Shore Drive and more! Along the way, your guide will provide historical and informational commentary about the area and its many attractions. The small-group atmosphere with maximum of 10 people ensures a more personal experience. 

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off to most downtown Chicago hotels, Vehicles sanitized after each tour. , Transport by 12-passenger, air-conditioned minibus, Three photo stops, Face masks must be worn at all times when inside the vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

PRICE IS PER VEHICLE AND YOU MAY BRING UP TO 4 PASSENGERS TOTAL.  Thank you for contacting Chicago Private Tours! We would love to help your group discover Chicago.  Our services include pick up from your downtown Chicago hotel, a 3-4 hour private City Tour in a chauffeured vehicle, and the services of one of our knowledgeable guides. This means you will have two people working with you the entire time, allowing you to get out of the vehicle with your guide at several stops. These stops include, but are not limited to Millennium Park, Lincoln Park Conservatory, Museum Campus, and more.  The tour will be interactive and entertaining, covering history, architecture and culture.  We share stories to bring Chicago's rich history to life. Once the tour concludes, we will drop your group off at your preferred, downtown Chicago location.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Private transportation, Pick up at your Downtown Hotel

Exclusions: Gratuities

Enjoy Chicago’s famous sights and fabulous views on this award-winning small-group sightseeing tour of the city. Travel through Chicago with an expert guide on a comfortable minibus, enjoy world renowned architecture including the world's first skyscrapers, Museum Campus (for the BEST skyline view in town), Millennium Park (The Bean), Buckingham Fountain, The Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, Chicago River, The Gold Coast, Lake Shore Drive and more! Along the way, your guide will provide historical and informational commentary about the area and its many attractions. The small-group atmosphere with maximum of 10 people ensures a more personal experience.  You also have the option to upgrade to include a 75-minute Architecture Cruise down the Chicago River! This popular open-top boat tour offers the perfect vantage point to admire the city’s renowned buildings.

Inclusions: Local guide, Three photo stops, Transport by 12-passenger, air-conditioned minibus, Hotel pickup and drop-off to most downtown Chicago hotels, Chicago River Architecture Boat Tour (if option selected)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Join us for a fun night of exploring Chicago's crime history on this 2-2.5-hour bus tour that includes: * World famous crime scenes like the St Valentine's Day massacre * Stops on-and-off the bus at famous crime sites * True Crime history * Historic video footage * Interactive live commentary * Crime quiz * Souvenir pamphlet with photos * Luxury climate-controlled bus * So much more! Some of the world’s most notorious criminals, mobsters & gangsters bamboozled their way through Chicago. Escape into the city’s criminal underworld as you investigate stories about Al Capone, The Untouchables, the Chicago Mob and more. From a luxury coach, see the sites of storied crime scenes including Biograph Theatre, Holy Name Cathedral, and the St Valentine's Day Massacre, one of Chicago's most notorious murders. Snap photos of the historic criminal courthouse, and hop on-and-off the coach to walk the path that Chicago gangsters John Dillinger and Hymie Weiss followed just before their deaths.

Inclusions: Luxury temperature controlled coach bus, Professional tour guide and chauffeur, Live commentary on board, Photo opportunities off the bus at infamous crime scenes, Test your knowledge with the Crime Quiz, Historic video footage, Keepsake brochure with special offers

Exclusions: Gratuity

There’s never been a better time to be a beer drinker — and Chicago, with its thriving brewery scene and many destination-worthy beer bars, is the perfect city for suds lovers. Visit four of its craft breweries on this all-inclusive, 3.5-hour tour, where you’ll get to tour brewery production facilities and enjoy copious samples of local brews. To keep things interesting, you’ll travel in a barrel-shaped bus. Morning and evening departure times are both available.

Inclusions: 45-55 ounces of craft beer, Professional guide, Live commentary on board, Transport by climate-controlled barrel bus

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Create your own sightseeing itinerary with the Chicago Explorer Pass, saving up to 45% on ticket prices. This multi-attraction pass, valid for 60 days after your first use, provides admission to your choice of up to five attractions, tours or activities. Select from more than 30 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! The pass also provides discounts at restaurants and retailers around the city.

Inclusions: Access to 2, 3, 4 or 5 attractions, activities or tours, FREE Digital guidebook with attraction information, Discounts and special offers at select restaurants and retailers

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Food & Drink unless stated, Gratuities