Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour

Overview

Escape into Chicago's underworld on a crime and mob tour with stops on-and-off the luxury, climate-controlled bus. Walking tour paths explore historic crime scenes with great photo opportunities. True crime stories about Chicago Gangster Al Capone, The Untouchables, The Chicago Mob, Prohibition, John Dillinger, Frank “The Enforcer” Nitti, Cap George Streeter, Leopold & Loeb, H.H. Holmes and more.
Visit historic landmark buildings like: The Biograph Theater, Holy Name Cathedral, Cook County Criminal Court House, Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse, etc. Tour famous Chicago neighborhoods: Streeterville, River North, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Loop and Magnificent Mile. Locals and tourists agree that this educational and entertaining thing to do in Chicago is a unique cultural experience.

City: Chicago

Tue 19 Nov

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Starting at $46.00

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Tue 19 Nov

Starting at $46.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Exclusive access to crime quiz

Photo opportunities off the bus at infamous crime scenes

Luxury temperature controlled coach bus

Historic video footage

Live commentary on board

Professional tour guide and chauffeur

Keepsake brochure with special offers

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bus departs on time. Arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in.
Guests may not join the tour after the bus departs. General seating is on a first-come first-served basis. Joint seating is not guaranteed.
No restroom breaks. Please go before checking in at the bus.
No eating or drinking on the bus.
There is no onsite office.
Please advise at the time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required in the Special Requirements field. Bus is able to hold collapsible wheelchairs, but it is NOT equipped with an electronic lift.

What To Expect

Water Tower Place

Meet your guide across from the Water Tower Place shopping mall in Chicago’s Near North Side at your selected time. Hop aboard a luxury climate-controlled coach and begin your 1.5-2 hour tour of the history of Chicago crime, from 19th century to today.

Museum of Contemporary Art

Drive by the Museum of Contemporary Art.

The Magnificent Mile

See the Magnificent Mile.

John Hancock Center

One of the tallest buildings in the city and home of a beautiful observation deck.

North Avenue Beach

Drive by on tour bus.

Biograph Theatre

Stake out crime scenes including the Biograph Theatre.

Oz Park

Drive by en route to the St. Valentines Day Massacre.

Lincoln Park

Drive through historic and beautiful Lincoln Park and it's surrounding neighborhood on the tour route.

Marina City

Hear fascinating stories about Al Capone, The Untouchables, the Chicago Mob, John Dillinger, ‘Terrible’ Tommy O'Conner, Leopold and Loeb and ‘Cap’ George Streeter, all who made their notorious criminal mark on Chicago. Grab your camera for a ‘drive-by shooting’ of the historic criminal courthouse, an architectural landmark where some of Chicago's most famous cases were tried.

Holy Name Cathedral

Pass by the Holy Name Cathedral, and see the site of the 1929 St Valentine's Day Massacre, one of Chicago's most notorious murder scenes. This Prohibition-era conflict between two powerful Chicago gangs -- the South Side gang led by Al Capone and the North Side gang led by Bugs Moran -- ended in the brutal murder of seven Mob members. In addition to your comfortable, narrated drive through the city, you’ll also hop off the coach to visit some areas by foot for a more immersive experience. Your guide will offer in-depth narration as you follow the path that Chicago gangsters John Dillinger and Hymie Weiss walked right before their deaths. Hop back on the coach and return to the Near North Side to conclude your Chicago crime and gangsters tour.

Thirty Five E Wacker

The Jewelers Building and historic landmark building.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (1000)

Murray0812

Jun 2021

Leah is the best tour guide! We learned so much from her. We got to see some amazing spots and meet new people.

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Murray, Thank you for spending time with us during your visit to Chicago. We are so happy to read that you had a great time with Leah, learned a ton, all while exploring historical scenes with new new people! Thanks again for your great attitude! We appreciate you!

Susie_Que6

Jun 2021

Michael was very entertaining. I gave my girls a choice between cheesy bus tour and shopping in Lincoln Square. They picked the tour because we wanted to know whether to recommend it to out of town guests. Yes! Recommend! I've lived here all my life and Michael introduced me to a world of new information.

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Thank you Susie! We are so happy that you and your girls learned new information and had fun. You made our day!

zesel

Jun 2021

I learned so many things about Chicago criminals that I never knew before. It was fascinating to see some of the sights related to the criminals and their crimes. Our tour guide Elise was engaging, funny, and very informative. She made the tour delightful.

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Zesel! Thank you for your 5 star review. We are so happy that you learned so much and had fun! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.