North Side Essentials Chicago Bus Tour
Extending from areas of downtown Chicago up to the city’s northern limits, the North Side encompasses a number of the Windy City’s most in-demand neighborhoods. This 3-hour bus tour, which embarks at 1 pm from Hyatt Regency - 151 East Upper Wacker Drive - inside main lobby near concierge desk, provides a comprehensive overview of the North Side’s highlights. See famous landmarks, learn about the North Side’s celebrity residents, get a feel for a number of different neighborhoods, and brush up on some history as you go. The bus tour will also include lively trivia games and drinks and snacks along the way.
After a brief introduction, set off in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus and discover some of Chicago’s most prestigious and historic communities. You’ll see the glitz of the Gold Coast (one of the country’s wealthiest neighborhoods), the hipsters of Logan Square, the stylish boutiques of Wicker Park, the views over Lake Michigan from Lake Shore Drive, Lincoln Park and its famous zoo, and much, much more.
You’ll also learn about the many famous residents who’ve called the North Side home throughout the years, from Frank Lloyd Wright and Mies van der Rohe to Carl Sandburg, Charlie Chaplin, and Al Capone.
The tour will also dispel urban legends about this part of Chicago, from the Curse of the Billy Goat that supposedly afflicted the Chicago Cubs to why the North Side, despite its large share of young professionals, offers up more than just an extension of the college lifestyle: in fact, it's home to a highly diverse community with a wide spectrum of interests and tastes.
In addition to the history and the sightseeing, you’ll also get to stop for a refreshments break, take part in guided trivia challenges, and otherwise enjoy the unforgettable atmosphere. The tour will end at your original point of departure.
