---
title: Go City Chicago Explorer Pass
slug: chicago-explorer-pass-chicago
type: attraction
sub_type: attraction passes
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/chicago-explorer-pass-chicago
country: US
geo:
  lat: 41.88389
  lng: -87.62756
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:25:02.289Z
price_from:
  amount: 79.06
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4
  count: 2
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Explorer 2 Choice Pass
        price: 79.06
        regular_price: 84
        savings: 4.94
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (3-12 yrs)
            min_age: 3
            max_age: 12
      - name: Explorer 3 Choice Pass
        price: 102.59
        regular_price: 109
        savings: 6.41
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (3-12 yrs)
            min_age: 3
            max_age: 12
      - name: Explorer 4 Choice Pass
        price: 126.12
        regular_price: 134
        savings: 7.88
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (3-12 yrs)
            min_age: 3
            max_age: 12
      - name: Explorer 5 Choice Pass
        price: 149.65
        regular_price: 159
        savings: 9.35
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (3-12 yrs)
            min_age: 3
            max_age: 12
      - name: Explorer 6 Choice Pass
        price: 168.47
        regular_price: 179
        savings: 10.53
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (3-12 yrs)
            min_age: 3
            max_age: 12
      - name: Explorer 7 Choice Pass
        price: 177.88
        regular_price: 189
        savings: 11.12
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (3-12 yrs)
            min_age: 3
            max_age: 12
---
## Overview

The Chicago Explorer Pass by Go City is an affordable and convenient way to see the best of Chicago. Choose from over 30 top attractions and explore at your own pace while saving up to 50%.

## What's Included

- Admission to over 30 attractions including Skydeck Chicago, 360 CHICAGO, Adler Planetarium, Field Museum, Navy Pier Ferris Wheel and Rides, Museum of Illusions Chicago, Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Chicago, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center, Chicago History Museum, and more.
- Flexibility to choose 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions with your pass.
- Access to activities such as bike rentals, architectural river cruises, walking tours, and food experiences.
- A guidebook with attraction information provided after purchase.
- Up to 30 days from first use to visit the attractions selected.

## What's Not Included

- Some attractions may require reservations prior to your visit.
- Additional passes may be needed to "skip the line" at certain attractions.
- Unused admissions are non-refundable and partial refunds are not given.

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## Ticket Options

- **Explorer 2 Choice Pass** — $79.06 (regularly $84.00, save $4.94)
  Enjoy admission to 2 attractions, tours or activities of your choice at your own pace from over 30 available options. Instantly retrieve your pass on your mobile phone and show it at each attraction. The pass is valid for 30 days from your first visit.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (3-12 yrs)
- **Explorer 3 Choice Pass** — $102.59 (regularly $109.00, save $6.41)
  Enjoy admission to 3 attractions, tours or activities of your choice at your own pace from over 30 available options. Instantly retrieve your pass on your mobile phone and show it at each attraction. The pass is valid for 30 days from your first visit.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (3-12 yrs)
- **Explorer 4 Choice Pass** — $126.12 (regularly $134.00, save $7.88)
  Enjoy admission to 4 attractions, tours or activities of your choice at your own pace from over 30 available options. Instantly retrieve your pass on your mobile phone and show it at each attraction. The pass is valid for 30 days from your first visit.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (3-12 yrs)
- **Explorer 5 Choice Pass** — $149.65 (regularly $159.00, save $9.35)
  Enjoy admission to 5 attractions, tours or activities of your choice at your own pace from over 30 available options. Instantly retrieve your pass on your mobile phone and show it at each attraction. The pass is valid for 30 days from your first visit.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (3-12 yrs)
- **Explorer 6 Choice Pass** — $168.47 (regularly $179.00, save $10.53)
  Enjoy admission to 6 attractions, tours or activities of your choice at your own pace from over 30 available options. Instantly retrieve your pass on your mobile phone and show it at each attraction. The pass is valid for 30 days from your first visit.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (3-12 yrs)
- **Explorer 7 Choice Pass** — $177.88 (regularly $189.00, save $11.12)
  Enjoy admission to 7 attractions, tours or activities of your choice at your own pace from over 30 available options. Instantly retrieve your pass on your mobile phone and show it at each attraction. The pass is valid for 30 days from your first visit.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (3-12 yrs)

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## Good to Know

- Explore Chicago at your own pace with a 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7-choice pass.
- You have 30 days from the first attraction visit to fully enjoy your pass.
- Unused Explorer Passes are valid up to 1 year from the date of purchase.
- Check the guidebook to find out if an attraction requires reservations.
- Visit attractions any time during their open hours.
- Only one visit is allowed per attraction per pass.
- Some attractions may be seasonal.
- Bring extra cash if you want to skip the line since the Explorer Pass does not cover this.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### What is the Chicago Explorer Pass?

This pass allows you to pick 2 to 7 attractions from over 30 choices. Passes expire after 30 days of your first attraction visit. You will receive a guidebook with attraction information after purchase.

### How do I activate my pass?

Simply visit your first attraction. There is a link on your E-ticket to open and access your bar code to gain entry into the attractions.

### When does my pass expire?

With the Explorer Pass, you'll have 30 days from first use to visit your remaining attractions. Non-activated Explorer Passes are valid for 1 year from the date of purchase.

### Do I need to choose my attractions in advance?

Nope, choose as you go. The pass is good for any combination of the number of attractions you purchased.

### Can I visit the same attraction multiple times?

You can visit only one attraction once per the life of the card.

### What if I don’t use all of my admissions?

Once activated, the card is non-refundable. No partial refunds will be given for unused admissions. Go City is not liable for traffic conditions, attraction capacity limits, weather-related closures, or unforeseen circumstances.

### Are the attractions open all year?

Some attractions may be seasonal, so best to check the attraction’s operating hours before visiting.

### Is the pass valid all day?

Yes, feel free to visit the attractions any time of the day as long as they are open and operating.

### What happens if an attraction is closed or a tour is cancelled due to weather or other problem?

While they do their best to ensure that all attractions are available, events happen that are out of their control. The great thing about a Chicago Explorer Pass is that there are so many attractions to choose from. If an attraction is closed, or cannot be visited for some reason, they know you'll find a fun alternative in your guidebook!

## Reviews

> "Great value, easy to redeem"
> — Jen M., July 2019

> "Good Value, but beware not everything included!!! Tip: Bring extra cash even if you have Explorer Pass. If you want to 'skip the line' you will have to buy a different pass."
> — Michelle S., April 2018