Gangsters and Ghosts Tour in Chicago
Overview
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.
Inclusions
- Walking tour of Chicago’s gangsters and ghost stories
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Loop, 701 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605-2108
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Millennium Park, 201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601-6530
Home to Cloud Gate and a famous Chicago landmark.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby, 17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603-5608
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Cloud Gate, 201 E. Randolph St. Millenium Park, Chicago, IL 60601-6530
Will be seen on the tour - also known as "the bean!"
Stop At: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601-3623
Stop for photos at this famous Chicago landmark!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, 520 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a walking tour with limited group size to maintain social distancing.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Adam was so funny and awesome! He made the experience so fun for us out-of-towners, while learning a lot along the way. Thanks Adam!
Adam was so funny and awesome! He made the experience so fun for us out-of-towners, while learning a lot along the way. Thanks Adam!Very informative. Andre is a wonderful guide. He is gracious, knowledgeable, and ensures everyone enjoys themselves. We say sites we would not have known about and the tour gave us ideas for other activities later that day. The tour covered some history, architecture, culture, and ghost stori...
Very informative. Andre is a wonderful guide. He is gracious, knowledgeable, and ensures everyone enjoys themselves. We say sites we would not have known about and the tour gave us ideas for other activities later that day. The tour covered some history, architecture, culture, and ghost stories. Enjoyable and I would recommend to anyone.Connor was great at telling the story, the script was great and his city tips were very helpful! I truly recommend this tour since is something very specific and local to Chicago that you wont see anywhere else.
Connor was great at telling the story, the script was great and his city tips were very helpful! I truly recommend this tour since is something very specific and local to Chicago that you wont see anywhere else.Nothing special I’m my opinion, too short and just some historical information about the city, just a few about Capone. If you’re really looking to know more about the gangster and his life. This may not be the best option. The guide does a good job, is just the content of the tour.
Nothing special I’m my opinion, too short and just some historical information about the city, just a few about Capone. If you’re really looking to know more about the gangster and his life. This may not be the best option. The guide does a good job, is just the content of the tour.Lots of info. Funny. Saw lots of downtown. Good stories. A little to advertisy for restaurants not part of your.
Lots of info. Funny. Saw lots of downtown. Good stories. A little to advertisy for restaurants not part of your.Awesome tour guide and learned some facts about Chicago! Even in the rain and lightening store my husband and I had a great time. He even let me use his umbrella! Blessings on this company!
Awesome tour guide and learned some facts about Chicago! Even in the rain and lightening store my husband and I had a great time. He even let me use his umbrella! Blessings on this company!