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Roundtrip Shuttle to South Side and Obama Presidential Center

4.0(24)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 24 reviews30 minFree cancellationBy Big Bus Tours - USA
Roundtrip Shuttle to South Side and Obama Presidential Center

About this activity

Discover more of Chicago beyond downtown with this convenient South Side open-top shuttle transfer. Travel from central Chicago to some of the city’s most important cultural and historic destinations, including Jackson Park, the Obama Presidential Center campus, and the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry.

Enjoy an easy ride south without arranging taxis, rideshares, or public transit connections. The shuttle first stops near the Obama Presidential Center and Jackson Park, giving you access to one of Chicago’s most historic lakefront spaces. Explore the area at your own pace, take photos, or continue your visit independently.

The route also serves the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry, one of Chicago’s most popular attractions and one of the largest science museums in the world.

This is a great option for travelers who want a simple, affordable way to visit Chicago’s South Side highlights from downtown. Choose a one-way transfer or an all-day ticket for added flexibility.

What's included

  • ✓Choose between a One-Way or All-Day Ticket
  • ✓Museum of Science & Industry shuttle stop
  • ✓Obama Presidential Center and Jackson Park shuttle stop
  • ✓Open-top bus shuttle transfer between Downtown and South Side

Not included

  • ✕Obama Presidential Center Museum ticket
  • ✕Museum of Science and Industry ticket

Meeting and pickup

  • Guests meet at 98 E. Wacker Drive (across the bridge from Trump Tower), just a few steps west of the Michigan Avenue Bridge. Please see Big Bus Stop #1 on the website for an image of the stop pr additional assistance if needed.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The Chicago South Side & Presidential Center open-top bus shuttle operates daily, connecting Downtown Chicago to the South Side.
  • The shuttle first stops at the Obama Presidential Center and Jackson Park, then at the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry, before returning to 98 E Wacker Drive.
  • Admission to the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry and the Obama Presidential Center museum is not included in this ticket and must be purchased separately. This is a shuttle and not a guided tour, so no audio commentary will be available on board.
  • Shuttle duration is 25-30 minutes. Shuttle runs every 30–45 minutes from 9:30AM-2:30PM daily

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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