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The Go City Chicago Explorer Pass is the flexible way to experience Chicago's top attractions at up to 50% off. Choose the number of experiences you want (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7) from a lineup of 35+ hand-picked Chicago options, then decide which ones as you go. No need to commit in advance. Valid for 30 days from first use.

Top picks include Skydeck Chicago, 360 Chicago, the Field Museum, Shoreline Architecture River Cruise, Big Bus Chicago, Adler Planetarium, FlyOver Chicago, Navy Pier Centennial Wheel, Shedd Aquarium, and much more. Book your Go City Chicago Explorer Pass on Thrillark.

Key Highlights

  • Choose 2–7 top Chicago attractions from 35+ hand-picked options — decide as you go
  • Skydeck Chicago — America's highest observation deck with The Ledge glass balconies
  • 360 Chicago Observation Deck — stunning views from the 94th floor of the John Hancock Center
  • Shoreline Architecture River Cruise — the best introduction to Chicago's legendary architecture
  • Field Museum of Natural History — SUE the T. rex and 40 million artifacts
  • Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off — 11-stop tour covering the whole city
  • Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, Navy Pier Centennial Wheel, FlyOver Chicago & more
  • Save up to 50% compared to individual ticket prices

About Go City Chicago Explorer Pass – Save up to 50%

Chicago rewards the visitor who plans thoughtfully — and the Go City Explorer Pass is designed for exactly that approach. Rather than an all-you-can-see day pass, the Explorer Pass lets you choose a specific number of experiences, save significantly on each one, and use them at any point within 30 days of activation.

The flexibility is the key appeal. You don't need to decide which attractions to visit at the time of purchase — just choose your number (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7), activate at your first attraction, and select the remaining experiences as you go using the Go City app. The 30-day window means there's no pressure to cram everything into consecutive days.

The attraction lineup covers every dimension of Chicago sightseeing. For views: Skydeck Chicago (day and night) and 360 Chicago offer the city's two best sky-high perspectives. For architecture: the Shoreline Architecture River Cruise provides 75 minutes of expert narration on the greatest collection of 20th-century architecture in the world. For natural history: the Field Museum's SUE the T. rex and 40-million-artifact collection. For thrills: FlyOver Chicago and the Navy Pier Centennial Wheel. For science: Adler Planetarium and Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. Book your Explorer Pass on Thrillark and choose your Chicago.

Inclusions

  • Access to the Go City Chicago Explorer Pass
  • Choice of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions from 35+ Chicago experiences 
  • Digital Guidebook

Exclusions

  • Food and beverages at any attraction
  • Hotel transfers and transportation
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Separately-priced premium experiences within attractions

Insiders' Tips

For maximum value, choose the most expensive individual tickets first — Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, Skydeck, and the Architecture River Cruise all deliver excellent savings on the Explorer Pass. The Architecture River Cruise should be reserved in advance via the Go City app, especially in summer. Skydeck Chicago also requires advance reservation — book as early as possible for your preferred time slot, especially at sunset.

Additional Information

Pass Validity
  • The pass activates on first use. All chosen attractions must be visited within 30 days of activation.
Additional Info 
  • Some of the included attractions and experiences:
  • Shoreline Architecture River Cruise
  • Skyline Lake Tour
  • Skydeck Chicago
  • Field Museum
  • Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
  • 360 CHICAGO
  • Navy Pier Ferris Wheel and Rides
  • Flyover in Chicago
  • Museum of Illusions
  • One-Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour 
Reservations:
  • Several popular attractions require advance reservations — particularly Skydeck Chicago, 360 Chicago, 10Pin Bowling, and the Architecture Cruise. Check the Go City app for booking instructions per attraction.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations accepted up to 24 hours before your travel date for a full refund. Cancellations made within 24 hours or no-shows will not be refunded.

Go City Chicago Explorer Pass – Save up to 50% Frequently Asked Questions

When do I choose which attractions to visit?
You don't need to choose in advance. Purchase your Explorer Pass and activate it at your first attraction. From there, use the Go City app to select your remaining experiences at any point within 30 days.
What are the best value attractions to choose?
For maximum savings: Shedd Aquarium (all-access admission), Field Museum, Skydeck Chicago, and the Shoreline Architecture River Cruise are the highest-priced individual tickets on the pass lineup. Combining these four on a 4-choice pass delivers excellent value.
Can I use the Explorer Pass for both Skydeck and 360 Chicago?
Yes — both are included on the Explorer Pass as separate choices. If you want both viewpoints (which many visitors do), simply select both as two of your chosen attractions.

Ratings & Reviews

Go City Chicago Explorer Pass – Save up to 50%

USD 82

Insiders’ Tips

For maximum value, choose the most expensive individual tickets first — Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, Skydeck, and the Architecture River Cruise all deliver excellent savings on the Explorer Pass. The Architecture River Cruise should be reserved in advance via the Go City app, especially in summer. Skydeck Chicago also requires advance reservation — book as early as possible for your preferred time slot, especially at sunset.

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