Gangsters and Ghosts Tour in Chicago

Overview

Interested in exploring Chicago from the perspective of ghosts and gangsters? Want to really immerse yourself in the history of this great American city, right from the locations that started it all? This tour visits the locations frequented by some of Chicago's most notorious gangsters along with many of the most haunted locations in Chicago!

You can get the best of both worlds with this 2 in 1, history-based guided walking tour of Chicago’s gangsters and ghost stories, right from the famous Chicago Loop Vice District! Tour departs from 71 E Wacker Drive.

City: Chicago

Thu 24 Oct

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Starting at $35.00

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Thu 24 Oct

Starting at $35.00

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What's Included

Walking tour of Chicago’s gangsters and ghost stories

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
This is a walking tour with limited group size to maintain social distancing.

What To Expect

The Loop

The area most associated with gangster era crime and haunting is know as “The Loop”. This was the cities vice district during the roaring 20’s and 1930’s riddled with speakeasy saloons, secret underground tunnels used by bootleggers and the headquarters of famous gangsters such as Al Capone. The tour is about 1.5 miles long with frequents stops and a refreshment/restroom break.

Millennium Park

Home to Cloud Gate and a famous Chicago landmark.

Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby

Stop for a break at the Palmer House Hotel, rumored to be haunted. The Palmer House Hotel is the oldest hotel in Chicago and considered the oldest continuously operating hotel in the USA.

Chicago Riverwalk

You'll walk along the Riverwalk during the tour, which is guided by a Historian. It is not theatrical, but rather the tales are told in a more “around the campfire” fashion. Spooky and verified ghost stories will be shared throughout the tour along with visiting the famous gangster hang outs.

Cloud Gate

Will be seen on the tour - also known as "the bean!"

The Chicago Theatre

Stop for photos at this famous Chicago landmark!

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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)

Jayne R

Oct 2022

Great tour Andre was fun and informative great tour length Loved hearing about Al Capone and his contemporaries and the history of old Chicago

Joe_M

Oct 2022

Lizzy was an awesome guide on our Ghosts and Gangsters tour. Lots of knowledge, energy and humor. Great tour, thank you!

S9211NTtiffanyc

Oct 2022

Our tour guy, who was an actor was GREAT!! He was knowledgeable and friendly. However, the walking route toward the "Palms Hotel' was lame. There was NO NEED to take a 15 minute break in the hotel, to buy an over priced brownie. It felt like a lame 'sales pitch" for the hotel cafe. I've done several tours like this and this was not top rated. Here are some things, that would make the tour more enjoyable: 1. Continue to go to the Palms Hotel, BUT not take a 15 minute break. Just continue the tour. 2. If you are going to pitch the "famous hotel brownie" speech, then the cafe needs to be aware of our tour coming in to sample. 3. Do not make us pay for the LAME brownies, that are in the refrigerator and old on the shelf. Have FREE samples for us to eat. These points would make the tour a lot better. Unfortunately, I will not recommend. Thanks! T. C.