Explore Chicago from the perspective of ghosts and gangsters. Take a history-based guided tour and discover Chicago’s gangsters and ghost stories. See the city’s darker side as you walk through the famous Chicago Loop district.

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Duration 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Acquaint yourself with the dark history of Chicago
Enjoy amazing views from Chicago's most famous sightseeing districts
Visit notable ghost and gangster locations including the Palmer House
Learn how Al Capone ran his empire

Full description

See a different side of Chicago on a family-friendly guided tour and hear the tales of the ghosts that haunt the city. Explore the famous Chicago Loop district with interesting stories hidden behind each turn.

Embark along the Chicago Loop, known as the vice district during the 1920s and 30s. See the places where gangsters such as Al Capone used to party, make deals, and carry out business.

Visit haunted locations and old crime scenes led by historians. Stop at the Congress Hotel, Death Alley, and the Palmer House. Enjoy a refreshment along with way, with frequent stops and a restroom break.

Includes

Palmer House A Hilton entry ticket
The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center entry ticket
Live tour guide

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Meeting point

The tour meets outside of the Wyndham Hotel building in front of the large "Hoyt's" restaurant sign.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Water
Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

This tour is not recommended for people with infants
The tour is 1.5 miles total walking, with a 20-minute break at a famous gangster hangout
Children aged 6 and under can join this tour for free

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 373 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Service
4.8/5
Organization
4.8/5

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This was one of the best experience I’ve had in the city! The stories and history Connor told on this tour gave me a deeper love for the marvels of the city! It was like learning the behind the scenes of what Chicago was really like from a gangster point of view. 10/10 would do again.

July 24, 2021

Myself, husband and 2 teenage children attended this tour. We all had a lot of fun. Our tour guide Kai did an excellent job of telling us the important and interesting facts about Chicago that we were unfamiliar with. We enjoyed hearing the spooky and chilling events of Chicago's past. We loved hearing about the rival gangs of Chicago during the time of prohibition. Some of the unknown tragedies of Chicago are truly surprising that they have not been talked about more. We definitely recommend this tour!

July 17, 2021

Conor was our tour guide, my husband and I have an entertainment time with him. We learned interesting and historical stories from Chicago. He was friendly and made the stories interesting. After the tour I was reading all about of some of people he mentioned on his stories. It was sensational standing and seen places where part of the Chicago history occurred. I wished to heard more frightful and scary stories like one he talk to us. Thank you for your guide Conor.

May 19, 2021

Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts 2-Hour Walking Tour

Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts 2-Hour Walking Tour

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