Gray Line Sightseeing
Phone: 312-251-3107
Fax: 312-251-3108
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Gray Line Sightseeing |
| 1 North Side Tour Approx.Time: 2 hours- Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
| This is the tour for those looking to experience the vitality and excitement of Chicago. You'll go through Chicago's main business section, one of the financial centers of the world and always bustling with activity. You'll tour the famous "Loop" and State Street - the great street where Chicago's fame began. Travel by the striking Richard J. Daley plaza with its acknowledged masterpiece, the Pablo Picasso sculpture, created specifically for Chicago. You'll take a ride on Wacker Drive, the double-decked thoroughfare that wends its way under the city. You travel over the Chicago River made to flow backwards by one of the world's greatest engineering feats. You'll see the famous, white Wrigley Building announcing the beginning of the Magnificent Mile and Michigan Avenue where Chicago's most exclusive stores exhibit their wares. You'll see Chicago's elegant seven-level shopping complex the renowned Water Tower Place alongside one of the tallest buildings in the world, the John Hancock Center. You'll go through Lincoln Park, a thousand acres of greenery, lagoons, flowers, and zoo. You'll see Wrigley Field - home of the Cubs (not on game days) - the Botanical Gardens, Chicago Historical Society, Newberry Reference Library, and an Indian Totem Pole. A twenty minute stop is made at the Lincoln Park Conservatory. Schedule: High Season: 9:30 AM & 1:30 PM. Off Season: 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM |
| 2 South Shore Tour Approx.Time: 2 hours - Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
| Here is a tour full of interest, history, and beauty. You'll travel through Grant Park, the front lawn of the city and site of Soldier Field, Adler Planetarium with its sky dome, the Joseph Petrillo outdoor band-shell where Chicagoans listen to fine music throughout the summer nights, the Art Institute of Chicago, world renowned for the largest collection of impressionistic art, Orchestra Hall, home of the famous Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the world's largest aquarium, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Field Museum of Natural History, renowned for the size and scope of its collections. And looking over from these sights you'll see the 80 story Amoco Oil Building, completely faced in white granite. Then you'll travel through the South Commons a new 'close- in' residential community. We travel through beautiful Jackson Park where the Columbian Exposition of 1893 was held to celebrate the founding of America 400 years earlier. Then you'll pass through the University of Chicago with its elegant English style architecture, and pass the Museum of Science and Industry, a tribute to man's ingenuity and inventiveness. You'll see the world's highest apartment building, Lake Point Towers, an architecturally stunning building of glass and curves adjacent to Navy Pier, Chicago's inland port. A camera stop will be made at the Adler Planetarium for its breathtaking view or a substitute stop will be made. Schedule: High Season: 11:30 AM & 3:30 PM. Off Season: 12:00 PM |
| 3 The Grand Tour Approx. Time: 4 hours - Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
| A comprehensive tour of everything Chicago has to offer. You'll travel through both the North Side and South Side business and residential districts. All the points of interest covered in Tours 1 and 2 are included in the Grand Tour. You'll visit all the beautiful parks, Lincoln Park, Washington Park, Grant Park and tour virtually the entire length of the scenic Outer Drive. A stop will be made at the fascinating Lincoln Park Conservatory and a camera stop will be made at the Adler Planetarium for its breathtaking view or a substitute stop. Lunch not included. Snack available at stop on your own. Schedule: High Season: 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM. Off Season: 10:00 AM & 12:00 Noon |
| 3B The Grand Tour and Sears Tower Approx. Time: 5 1/2 hours. Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
 Enjoy #3 the Grand Tour plus Chicago Experience and Skydeck visit. At the Visitors Center of Sears Tower you'll see:
RETURN TRANSPORTATION IS PROVIDED FROM SEARS TOWER (HIGH SEASON: 3:15 PM & 6:45 PM. LOW SEASON: 3:15 PM & 5:45 PM) Schedule: High Season: 9:30 AM & 1:30 PM. Off Season: 10:00 AM & 12:00 Noon |
| 6 Land and Lake Approx. Time: 4 hours. Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
On this tour you will see Chicago from the water as you cruise along the skyline in a beautiful streamliner yacht! This comprehensive tour gives you most of the sights as in the South Shore Tour - the business district, the Loop, the exclusive shopping areas and neighborhoods.
Then your shoreline cruise along the lakefront allows you to view the Chicago river, bridges and the famous Chicago Locks. See Navy Pier, the Coast Guard Station and other points of interest along the shores of the longest lake in the world, Lake Michigan.
The tour ends at the boat dock adjacent to Michigan Avenue and its exclusive stores.
South Side Sights include:
This tour is seasonal and operates from June through September. Notes: Meals, beverages and gratuities are not included. Child pricing is for children ages 5-14. Children under 4 are free. The 3:30 PM departure tour allows time for dinner on your own. The boat leaves at 7:30 PM. (Passengers must report to the boat dock before 7:15 PM and exchange their vouchers.) TOUR HIGHLIGHTS include:
Schedule: High Season: 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM |
| 7 Ship and Shore Tour includes lunch, 4-hour bus tour & 2 hr. cruise. - Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
| An exciting day's relaxation, a truly Chicago Experience aboard
a Chicago Gray Line deluxe, air-conditioned motorcoach for a 4-hour Grand
Tour of Chicago plus round-trip transfers to Navy Pier to board one of the
fabulous oceangoing vessels, the Spirit of Chicago, for a 2-hour cruise
including a delicious, full-service luncheon. Aboard the Spirit of Chicago,
ship entertainment is provided by it's talented crew of waiters and waitresses
singing songs in a Salute to Broadway. The ship's Captain will provide a
narrated lecture skyline during the cruise. After cruise, shopping time
may be available. Upon completion of our bus tour program, guests will be
returned to their downtown or near north hotels, rail or bus depots. Price
includes tax and gratuity for the luncheon. (Reservations required in advance.
Seats confirmed on a space available basis - reserve early.) Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday (High Season Only) 9:30 AM. Note: No refund for any unused portion of the tour. (Groups Welcome). Tour includes Tour (01) Inside Chicago |
| 9A Circle Trolley and Upper Decker Tour Tour length varies. Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
| Enjoy a scenic tour of Chicago’s lake front & downtown
area aboard our Trolley buses and New Upper Deckers! The Circle Tour allows
you the chance to remain on the Trolley Bus or Upper Decker and see the
Field Museum of Natural History, the Adler Planetarium, the Shedd Aquarium,
the Art Institute and other famous city attractions such as the Sears Tower,
the John Hancock Tower, the new and fascinating Navy Pier, the North Pier,
Water Tower with its famous shops and many other highlights. If you would
like the option to hop on or hop off at any of the above locations, you
may want to consider purchasing the 9B Trolley Hop On Hop Off Tour.
Schedule: April-December, Wednesday-Sunday, 9:30 AM. |
| 9B Hop On Hop Off Trolley and Upper
Decker Tour Tour length varies. Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
 The Hop On Hop Off Trolley and Upper Decker Tour allows you the chance to get on and off the Trolley Bus or Upper Decker in order to visit the Field Museum of Natural History, the Adler Planetarium, the Shedd Aquarium, the Art Institute, and other famous city attractions, such as the Sears Tower, the John Hancock Tower, Navy Pier, the North Pier, and the Water Tower, with its famous shops and many other highlights. Passengers have 8 hours to enjoy this hop on/hop off feature. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS include:
Schedule: April-December, Wednesday-Sunday, 9:30 AM |
| 11 Tour the Treasures and South Shore Tour Approx. Time: 3 hours - Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
Here is a tour of interest, history and beauty. This tour includes the sights described in Tour (02) SOUTH SHORE TOUR, plus General Admission to the Art Institute. Enjoy the view at one of the great art museums of the world. Discover The Art Institute of Chicago’s renowned collections spanning 5,000 years of artistic expression in Europe, Asia, Africa and The Americas. Paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, photography, textiles, decorative arts and architectural works provide a wonderful window onto the world’s cultures through art. From Ancient Chinese bronzes to African wood carvings, from Rembrandt to the French impressionists to works by todays artists, from American and English miniature rooms to intricate glass paperweights - - the museums collections include some of the finest art ever produced. Your children will delight in the exhibitions and interactive offerings of the Kraft Education Center. This tour includes general admission to The Art Institute. Admission to special ticketed exhibitions may be purchased on site, subject to availability. Return service is not available. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Schedule: June-December, Sunday-Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 12:00 Noon |
| 16 Jazz in the Garden and South Shore Tour Approx. Time: 3 hours. Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
Relax in the magical outdoor setting of The Art Institute of Chicago’s Garden Restaurant and hear live Jazz by local Chicago favorites. A non-alcoholic beverage and light appetizer is included. Stay for dinner and enjoy the seasonal imaginative cuisine created by Executive Chef Doug D’Avico, most recently of Trattoria 10. Please note that this tour does not include admission to the Art Institute's collections. However, we welcome your visit! Return service is not available. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Schedule:Tour operates weather permitting through early Fall. |
| 18 Panorama Dinner Cruise and South Shore Tour Approx. Time: 5 hours - Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
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This tour begins with the South Shore Tour (see "(2) South Shore Tour" for tour description,) and ends with a delightful dinner cruise!
This extraordinary lake front dinner includes a 3 course plated dinner, a live floor show, dancing, and spectacular views of the greatest skyline in America. Spirit distinguishes itself with top-notched entertainment performed by some of Chicagos rising star talent, great DJs, and quality food selections prepared fresh on board. Sights to see aboard the Spirit: Sears Tower, John Hancock Center, Navy Pier, Buckingham Fountain, John G. Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, McCormick Place and much, much more! Schedule:
The South Shore Tour bus will drop passengers off at the boat dock prior to the dinner cruise. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS include:
Schedule: June-September, Wednesday-Saturday, 3:30 PM |
| 20 North Shore and Botanic Garden
Tour Approx. Time: 5 hours. Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
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Travel along Lake Shore Drive to Evanston, passing the Northwestern University campus through part of Wilmette, Winnetka via Green Bay Road to Glencoe, home of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Explore this world-renowned garden in the city's backyard. This 385-acre living museum features 23 specialty gardens set on a series of islands and lakes. Tour the gardens by tram. After the tour, visit the Garden Cafe for a cafeteria-style lunch. Tour must have a minimum of 6 passengers to operate. Reservations must be made 3 days in advance of the tour. Please Note: This tour has a minimum passenger requirement. In the unlikely event that this tour must be cancelled, the customer will be refunded. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Schedule: June-December, Wednesday-Friday, 11 AM |
| A Royal Day in Chicagoland Approx. Time: 8.5 hours. Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
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Enjoy a delicious lunch at the nationally-famous Bob Chinn's Crab House, Chicagolands highest-volume restaurant, serving jet-fresh seafood from all over the world, the Midwest's best steaks and Bob Chinn's world-famous Mai Tais - all in a fun, casual atmosphere! A visit to Arlington Park Racecourse, one of America's premier racetracks, is the only way to enjoy the "Sport of kings", with spirited Thoroughbreds vying for high stake rewards. Genteel ladies in beautiful hats, owners talking to jockeys in the paddock area, the view from the Million Room, high atop the grandstand and the lay area with a petting zoo for the families all add to the ambiance of the experience. Please Note: This tour has a minimum passenger requirement. In the unlikely event that this tour must be cancelled, the customer will be refunded. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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| Bike Chicago: The Friendly Neighborhoods Tour
- North Approx. Time: 2.5 hours. Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
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Chicago is a big city made up of culturally rich, friendly neighborhoods. We’ll take you out of the tourist district and into the communities where Chicagoans live, work, learn and play. Top Spots:
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Schedule: May-October, Tour departs Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, from Millenium Park (1 PM) and Navy Pier (1:30 PM). TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
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| Bike Chicago: The Friendly Neighborhoods Tour
- South Approx. 2.5 hours. Call 312-251-3107 for prices |
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Explore Chicago’s culturally rich Southside. Our very own Chinatown is a unique melting pot of sights and sounds and US Cellular Field is home to the World Champion Chicago White Sox. Historic mansions, distinct architecture, and green parks and gardens illustrate the rich history of this area. Top Spots:
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Schedule: May-October, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, Tour departs from Millenium Park (1 PM) and Navy Pier (1:30 PM) |
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