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O'Hare to Chicago: Luxury SUV Airport Transfer & Meet-Greet
O'Hare to Chicago: Luxury SUV Airport Transfer & Meet-Greet30mYou're met by name at O'Hare arrivals and driven to your Chicago destination in a private, disinfected luxury SUV with bottled water included. The driver handles luggage, waits up to 60 minutes if your flight is delayed, and all parking and airport fees are built into the fixed price. You ride in the back, arrive relaxed, and skip the taxi line entirely.Is it for me?Book this if you land at O'Hare with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and rental-car counter — the fixed price and flight tracking mean you're met on time without negotiating at the curb.Free cancellationfromUS$ 217View ›
Chicago: Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour & Walking Tours
Chicago: Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour & Walking Tours★★★★★★★★★★ 3.90 (2,398)2hYou ride an open-top bus that stops at eleven Chicago landmarks including Millennium Park, Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and Grant Park; hop off and explore whenever you want, using the Big Bus app to track arrivals and access self-guided audio walking tours on architecture and public art. The 72-hour ticket includes a guided sunset panoramic tour. You get multilingual digital commentary throughout, climate-controlled seating below deck, and the freedom to build your own itinerary without booking individual attractions.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Chicago's main landmarks without renting a car or booking separate tours for each stop — the ticket and app handle transport and timing, leaving you free to spend as long as you want at each place.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfromUS$ 49View ›
360 Chicago: 94th Floor Views & CloudBar Drink
360 Chicago: 94th Floor Views & CloudBar Drink★★★★★★★★★★ 3.91 (1,313)1h–4hYou take a high-speed elevator to the 94th floor of the John Hancock Building and spend as long as you want looking out over Lake Michigan and downtown Chicago. The observation deck includes access to exhibits, a glass-floored Cloud Walk, and a 3D city map app. If you upgrade to Sip and View, one drink at CloudBar is included. Plan for 1–2 hours, depending on how long you linger.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Chicago from the top without spending hours in a line or figuring out which building to go to — the fixed location on Michigan Avenue and the included exhibits mean you're not just standing there looking, you're actually learning the layout of the city as you look at it.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 27View ›
Chicago Explorer Pass: 35+ Attractions & 360 CHICAGO
Chicago Explorer Pass: 35+ Attractions & 360 CHICAGO★★★★★★★★★★ 3.97 (367)1d–30dYou choose 2 to 7 attractions from over 35 options across Chicago, including both observation decks, river cruises, museums, and Navy Pier. Your digital pass works for 30 days, requires advance reservations for some popular attractions, and gives you direct entry by showing a QR code at each venue. No separate tickets to buy, no negotiating entry fees on the day.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see multiple Chicago landmarks without buying separate tickets and prefer to move at their own pace over 30 days rather than follow a fixed tour schedule. The pass saves money when you visit four or more attractions, and the advance reservation system means you can lock in popular times for the observation decks and river cruises.Instant confirmationTop ratedKids −26%fromUS$ 84View ›
Chicago Airport Transfer: ORD & MDW to Downtown Private Car
Chicago Airport Transfer: ORD & MDW to Downtown Private Car★★★★★★★★★★ 3.74 (206)1hYou book in advance with your flight number and destination, the driver meets you at arrivals with a voucher, and you're driven straight to your Chicago hotel or residence without arranging transport on the spot. The price is fixed per group, includes all fees and fuel, and you avoid the taxi line entirely.Is it for me?Book this if you land with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue — the fixed price and flight tracking mean you know exactly what you're paying and when your driver will be there, which turns an airport arrival into a straightforward handoff instead of a logistics puzzle.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 90View ›
Chicago Ghost Bus Tour: Hauntings & Mob History
Chicago Ghost Bus Tour: Hauntings & Mob History★★★★★★★★★★ 3.82 (150)3hYou board a bus near downtown Chicago and spend three hours at eight specific sites tied to the city's most violent history: mob hits, massacres, disasters, and deaths. Your guide is a paranormal researcher who walks you through what happened and what people have reported seeing. The bus does the traveling; you step off at each stop to hear the story where it occurred. No long walks between locations, no arranging your own route.Is it for me?Book this if you want Chicago's darkest history told by someone who's researched it, without spending three hours walking between neighborhoods or figuring out which stories are real—the bus and the guide handle both.Free cancellationLikely to sell outfromUS$ 59View ›
Chicago Attractions Pass: 30+ Museums & Tours, Save 50%
Chicago Attractions Pass: 30+ Museums & Tours, Save 50%★★★★★★★★★★ 3.49 (121)1d–5dYou choose which of 30+ Chicago attractions to visit over 1, 2, 3, or 5 days, using the Go City app to skip ticket lines and manage reservations. The pass covers major museums like the Field Museum and 360 Chicago, plus tours, Navy Pier rides, and activities like kayaking and bike rentals. You save up to 50 percent compared to buying individual tickets, and the digital guide handles all the logistics so you don't have to coordinate entry times or transportation separately.Is it for me?This pass is worth it if you plan to visit more than three major attractions during your stay in Chicago—the savings add up fast, and the app removes the hassle of booking each one separately and managing different entry times. It's built for travelers who want flexibility over a fixed itinerary, so you can decide each morning what you're in the mood for without losing money on unused tickets.Instant confirmationKids −20%fromUS$ 149View ›
Chicago Airport Transfer: Private Sedan & SUV to ORD & MDW
Chicago Airport Transfer: Private Sedan & SUV to ORD & MDW★★★★★★★★★★ 3.77 (94)1hYou get picked up at your downtown Chicago hotel by a professional driver, driven directly to O'Hare or Midway in a private sedan or SUV, and dropped at the terminal with no detours or delays. The price is fixed per person, taxes and fuel included, and you confirm your flight details and hotel address when you book — the driver has your number and your voucher, so arrival is just a matter of walking downstairs.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to avoid the taxi stand, ride-share app, or the stress of arranging your own transport on travel day — the fixed price and professional driver mean you're not negotiating fare or timing at the last minute, just walking downstairs and getting to the airport on schedule.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 90View ›
Chicago MDW Airport to Downtown: Private Transfer 24/7
Chicago MDW Airport to Downtown: Private Transfer 24/7★★★★★★★★★★ 3.48 (54)30m–1hYou book a time and provide your flight number; the driver tracks your arrival and meets you at baggage claim with your name. The 60-minute wait is included, so delays don't trigger extra charges. You get a professional driver, an air-conditioned car, and a fixed price agreed before you arrive—no negotiating at the curb, no surge pricing, no surprises. The car takes you directly to your Chicago downtown hotel without detours.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing at Midway and want to skip the taxi queue and surge pricing—the driver is already tracking your flight, the price is locked in before you land, and the 60-minute wait means delays don't cost extra.Free cancellationfromUS$ 50View ›
Chicago City Tour: 20+ Stops & Skyline Views No Filler
Chicago City Tour: 20+ Stops & Skyline Views No Filler★★★★★★★★★★ 3.81 (21)4h–8hYou cover over 20 Chicago landmarks in one day without arranging transport or timing yourself—the guide handles the route, the vehicle is air-conditioned, and snacks and water are included. You'll stand on the Willis Tower's glass ledge, walk through Millennium Park, ride along the Riverwalk, and see Grant Park's fountain lit at night. The shared tour keeps moving, so you're not waiting around; you're in and out of each stop with time to photograph and absorb before heading to the next one.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Chicago's main landmarks and neighborhoods in one day without renting a car or planning the route yourself—the fixed itinerary and shared vehicle are what fit 20+ stops into a single afternoon without backtracking.Free cancellationfromUS$ 150View ›
Chicago Midway to Downtown: Private Sedan with Meet & Greet
Chicago Midway to Downtown: Private Sedan with Meet & GreetYou land at Midway, find your driver at baggage claim with your name on a sign, and ride downtown in a private sedan with your luggage already loaded. The driver is licensed and insured, the vehicle is newer and comfortable, and all fees are locked in before you arrive. No shared shuttles, no taxi negotiation, no surprises at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi line and shared shuttle chaos after landing — the driver meets you inside with your name on a sign, loads your bags, and takes you straight downtown without extra stops or surprises.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 133View ›
O'Hare to Chicago: Private Airport Transfer & Meet-Greet
O'Hare to Chicago: Private Airport Transfer & Meet-Greet45mA driver meets you at O'Hare arrivals with your name on a sign, drives you directly to your Chicago hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, and waits free for up to 60 minutes if you need time after landing. You book online, the price is fixed before you arrive, and flight tracking means the car adjusts to your actual landing time — not a scheduled pickup window.Is it for me?Book this if you land at O'Hare and want to skip the taxi negotiation and ride-share app hunt — the driver waits at arrivals and the price doesn't change, which is what makes the first hour of your Chicago trip actually relaxing.Free cancellationfromUS$ 92View ›
Chicago Airport Transfer: Executive SUV with WiFi & Pickup
Chicago Airport Transfer: Executive SUV with WiFi & Pickup50mYou get a private SUV with a professional driver meeting you at arrivals, bottled water and WiFi included, and a fixed price that doesn't change based on traffic or demand. The dispatch confirms your driver and vehicle after booking, so there's no surprise when you step outside. It's the kind of transfer that turns a travel hassle into a non-event.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Chicago with luggage and want the drive handled without thinking—the fixed price and advance driver confirmation mean no surprises, and the SUV gives you space to breathe after travel.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 180View ›
Chicago to O'Hare Airport: Business Car Transfer & Meet-Greet
Chicago to O'Hare Airport: Business Car Transfer & Meet-Greet30mYou're picked up at your hotel with a name sign, driven to O'Hare in a sanitized business car, and dropped at departures. The driver handles your luggage, you get fifteen minutes of free wait time, and bottled water is included. No negotiating with a taxi line or worrying about whether the driver knows where to go.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling alone or with a small group and want to skip the taxi line and the uncertainty of ride-share pricing — a fixed-price transfer with a trained driver means you know exactly what you're paying and when you're leaving.Free cancellationfromUS$ 163View ›
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