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Chicago Gangsters & Ghosts tour
Chicago Gangsters & Ghosts tour
Gangsters and Ghosts Tour
Gangsters and Ghosts Tour

Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

By Chicago Tours
9.6 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is $35 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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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! Upgrade to the bus tour option to experience the same spine-chilling stories by minibus. Includes one stop for an immersive experience.

Activity location

  • The Loop
    • 701 S State St
    • 60605-2108, Chicago, Illinois, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
    • 17 East Monroe Street
    • 60603, Chicago, Illinois, United States

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Gangster Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h2h
  • English

Gangster & Ghosts Walking Tour: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour. Visits all stops on the itinerary except Harry Carey's.
Starting point:
71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Language options: English
Price details
$35.00 x 1 Adult$35.00
Total
Price is $35.00
Mini Bus Tour Upgrade
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h2h
  • English

Gangsters and Ghosts Bus Tour: Experience the same spine chilling stories by bus. The tour features 1 stop at Harry Carey's for an immersive experience.
Starting point:
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel, 17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA

Language options: English
Price details
$65.00 x 1 Adult$65.00
Total
Price is $65.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedWalking or minibus tour of Chicago’s gangsters and ghost stories
  • What's includedWhat's includedExpert Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Walking tour meeting location: 71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
  • Bus tour meeting location: Palmer House a Hilton Hotel, 17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA

Activity itinerary

The Loop
  • 35m
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
  • 15m
Home to Cloud Gate and a famous Chicago landmark.
Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
  • 20m
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
  • 15m
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 (Pass by)
Will be seen on the tour - also known as "the bean!"
The Chicago Theatre
  • 15m
Stop for photos at this famous Chicago landmark!
The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center
  • 5m
Tour ends at the Congress hotel, named one of the most haunted places in the State of Illinois. Al Capone set up his headquarters here, and his ghost is most frequently seen near his old suite on the 8th floor.
Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse
  • 15m
This is the stop for the bus tour option.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThe Loop
    • 701 S State St
    • 60605-2108, Chicago, Illinois, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPalmer House a Hilton Hotel
    • 17 East Monroe Street
    • 60603, Chicago, Illinois, United States
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE71 E Wacker Dr
    • 71 East Wacker Drive
    • 60601, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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