Chicago Architecture and True Crime Tour: Christmas Edition
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: Christmas Edition
Reviews
330 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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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omansha2025,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience with David. Thanks alot, he was very knowledgeable and fun to talk to. Would definitely recommend this.
My husband and I had a...
Margaret S,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband and I had a great time on this tour. Our guide David was very knowledgeable and passionate. The buildings were spectacular and the true crime stories were wild.
Great tour
sailorwc,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour and loved seeing the inside of several historic buildings. Great info and fun stories! Definitely would recommend!
Great tour
285melindan,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was interesting and informative. David did a great job. It was a small group. Good blend of architecture and historical crime.
You must go!
Connector05274549595,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome! David was very enthusiastic and told GREAT stories. He was also great at communicating ahead of time on where to meet him and how the tour would work. Highly recommend!
There is quite a bit of...
Jen S,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There is quite a bit of walking, partly indoors partly outdoors. Very enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide.
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