Chicago Architecture and True Crime Tour
Overview
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Get the best of both worlds: explore Chicago’s stunning architecture while uncovering its dark past. Inspired by Devil in the White City, this expert-led walking tour reveals the secrets of the city’s skyline and its shadowy history. The Christmas Version is almost all INDOOR, with 2 Christmas related stops, and the tour ending right by the Christkindlmarket. Led by a passionate local guide, you’ll visit architectural gems and hidden landmarks that boat tours miss bringing Chicago’s rich and eerie past to life.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
Step back in time at the historic Palmer House while uncovering the dark history.
Downtown / The Loop
We’ll also explore other stunning buildings and learn more about Chicagos dark past.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Gratuity
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Chicago Architecture and True Crime Tour
Reviews
326 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Saw some beautiful buildings and architecture. Learned a lot of history of the city of Chicago I never knew
robertdpacer,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joseph did a fantastic job. Would do this tour again. Saw some beautiful buildings and artwork that I never would have seen. He was so knowledgeable. Definitely got our moneys worth
Engaging and interesting!
ellasY6971HD,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So engaging and interesting!! David was so kind and you can tell he really likes what he does. Would recommend for a good time!
We had a great time!...
Karen P,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time! Joseph is passionate about his job! We went on a bitter cold day and enjoyed popping in and out of the different venues!
Amazing tour!!
Journey40494081433,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was so awesome. Our guide David was so knowledgeable and funny with every location. This tour truly showed hidden gems and even though it was cold it was mostly inside. I loved the combination of true crime and architecture. Amazing and entertaining and a great use of time!
Fun Historical Walking Tour
JessicaBredemus,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Super fun and interesting tour. We joined at the last minute as something to do while in Chicago for the day. Saw a lot of different buildings and learned about the history and architecture. Plus a perfect blend of creepy murder history as well.
Great tour!
kaitlynkN7238NU,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Joseph was very informative and a great tour guide. If going in the winter, you go inside as well so it helps with the cold. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone!!
Great tour!
Kaitlyn K,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! Joseph was very informative and gave a great tour hitting all the highlights. Also stops inside a lot which is nice for the cold days. Would definitely recommend!
This tour was fascinating...
Lauren S,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was fascinating and Joseph was such an engaging tour guide! A majority of the tour was spent inside looking at interior architecture, with brief walks outside to get to the next destination (much appreciated on this 10 degree winter day!) Would definitely book again
I was a little worried to...
Lucy W,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I was a little worried to do this in the winter, but it was a wonderful balance of time spent indoors and outdoors. Kris was so knowledgeable and engaging and we both had a great time!
Tour of Chicago History
NorthStar700512,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a unique experience, as this was our first time in Chicago. The time allotted for our small group to learn about architecture and crime was fabulously tied together. It was so much fun and interesting to learn about facts that change the history of Chicago. I would take this tour again nd highly recommend it to visitors.
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