Go Chicago Explorer Pass 1
Go Chicago Explorer Pass 2
Go Chicago Explorer Pass 3
Go Chicago Explorer Pass 4
Go Chicago Explorer Pass 5
Go Chicago Explorer Pass 6
Go Chicago Explorer Pass 7
Go Chicago Explorer Pass 8
Go Chicago Explorer Pass 9
Go Chicago Explorer Pass 10
1 / 10

Go Chicago Explorer Pass

(5)
Chicago, United States
Walking ToursSightseeing ToursAttractionsTourist PassEducational Tour
Instant confirmationSecure checkoutNo hidden fees

About this activity

A flexible multi-attraction pass that bundles admission to Chicago's top museums, observation decks, and experiences—choose 2, 3, 4, or 5 attractions and save up to 45% versus individual tickets. Valid for 60 days after first use, making it ideal for spreading visits across your stay or packing in a concentrated sightseeing day.

Sightsee Chicago your way and save up to 45% off compared to normal ticket costs. Get admission to your favorite 2, 3, 4 or 5 attractions from a list of over 25 experiences. 

Enjoy breathtaking views of the city and Lake Michigan at 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck, explore state-of-the-art exhibits at The Field Museum, hop aboard a Shoreline sightseeing river cruise, spend a fun day bowling in Downtown Chicago, and more. 

Your Go Chicago Explorer pass is fully digital - simply use on your phone or print it at home. Use for 60 days from your first attraction visit.

The Go Chicago Explorer pass includes:

  • Admission to your choice of 2, 3, 4 or 5 attractions.
  • Pick from a list of over 25 activities including 360 Chicago, The Field Museum, and more.
  • Go Chicago digital pass and guidebook with attraction information to help plan your itinerary.

How it works:

  • Pick a 2, 3, 4, or 5 choice Explorer pass.
  • Download your Go Chicago Explorer pass onto the Go City mobile app and use it right from your phone. Alternatively, you can print your pass at home from your confirmation email.
  • Once you have your pass, you're all set. All you have to do is present your Go Chicago Explorer pass to be scanned at each attraction and you're in. Visit your top 2, 3, 4 or 5 attractions easily – there's no need to pay at the gate, they’re all included.
  • Visiting your first attraction activates your pass. Your pass will then be valid for 60 days from activation. For example, if you have a three-choice Explorer pass and visit your first attraction, you'll have the next 59 days to visit your remaining two attractions.
  • There's no need to choose which attractions you'd like to see before you purchase the card, you can pick and choose any of the Explorer attractions as you go. This means you can change your mind and wait and see what you feel like in the moment.

Highlights

  • ✓Access to 25+ attractions including 360 Chicago's 94th-floor observation deck and Lake Michigan views
  • ✓The Field Museum with world-class natural history exhibits (including the famous T. rex Sue)
  • ✓Shoreline sightseeing river cruise through Chicago's downtown and architectural heritage
  • ✓Downtown bowling and additional cultural venues (museums, aquariums, zoos, specialty experiences)
  • ✓Fully digital pass—download to your phone or print at home for instant activation
  • ✓Save 45% compared to purchasing individual attraction tickets

Insider tips

  • ★Activate your pass strategically: your 60-day window starts when you visit your first attraction, so plan your highest-priority sites first if visiting over multiple days
  • ★Stack attractions geographically to minimize travel time—check addresses before heading out, as Chicago's attractions span the downtown loop, lakefront, and neighbourhood museums
  • ★The observation deck is best visited mid-morning or late afternoon to avoid peak lunch crowds and catch golden-hour light over the lake
  • ★Download the Go City app before your trip for real-time pass management, attraction hours, and integrated wayfinding

Good to know

  • •Pass is digital and device-based; you'll need a smartphone or printed confirmation to present at each attraction
  • •60-day validity period gives flexibility but requires advance planning if you want to use multiple tiers (2-, 3-, 4-, or 5-choice passes)
  • •Admission queues vary by season and attraction; advance reservation at specific sites (like The Field Museum) may be required during peak periods
  • •Pass covers general admission only; special exhibitions, dining, and gift shop purchases are typically separate
  • •Accessible for visitors with mobility needs, though specific accessibility varies by attraction—confirm details directly with individual venues before visiting

Who it's for

First-time visitors to Chicago wanting broad cultural and iconic-sights coverageBudget-conscious families and groups looking to maximize value across multiple attractionsCity-break travellers with 2–5 days to balance museum time, observation decks, and unique experiences (e.g. river cruises, bowling)Repeat visitors or locals exploring less-visited museums and specialty experiences in their own timeframe

Best time to visit

Visit during spring (April–May) or fall (September–October) for pleasant weather and manageable crowds. Weekday mornings offer shorter lines at popular attractions like 360 Chicago and The Field Museum; avoid summer peak season unless you're prepared for peak-hour queues.

Frequently asked questions

Available
From€63
per person