Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour
Chicago Loop, Chicago
Embark on a history-based guided walking tour and discover the stories of Chicago’s gangsters and ghosts. Learn about the city’s darker side and creepy past as you explore the Chicago Loop district.
This guided tour explores Chicago's South Loop, revealing its gangster history and ghost stories, ideal for families and history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Learn about the dark history of Chicago's South Loop from a historian guide
- Hear true tales of Chicago's gangster past and how Al Capone ran his empire
- Listen to eerie stories of ghosts around historic landmarks
- Explore Death Alley, Chicago Riverwalk, the Palmer House, and the Chicago Theatre
- Visit the Congress Hotel and discover incidents on the 12th floor
Description
Choose a family-friendly guided tour on foot or by bus through Chicago's South Loop district. Your historian guide shares stories of gangsters and ghosts linked to the area's troubled past.
Begin the tour in a district once known for underground speakeasies, secret tunnels, and bootleggers, now an upmarket neighborhood. Learn about notorious figures like Al Capone who used these locations for meetings and parties. The tour includes a rest stop at a former gangster hangout.
Hear about ghost legends along the Chicago Riverwalk and Death Alley. Visit haunted sites such as the Palmer House and the Chicago Theatre, concluding at the Congress Hotel, one of Illinois’ most haunted locations.
Includes
- Guided walking tour
- Historian guide
- Visits inside the Congress Hotel and the Palmer House
Excludes
- Tips (optional)
Important Information
- Not recommended for people with infants
- Total walking distance: 1.5 miles, including a 20-minute break at a gangster hangout
- Children aged 6 and under join free
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing. Book in advance to secure your preferred date and time.
