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Escape into Chicago's underworld on a crime and mob tour with stops on-and-off the luxury, climate-controlled bus. Explore historic crime scenes with great photo opportunities. Hear true crime stories about Chicago Gangster Al Capone, The Untouchables, The Chicago Mob, Prohibition, John Dillinger, Frank “The Enforcer” Nitti, Cap George Streeter, Leopold & Loeb, H.H. Holmes and more.
Visit historic landmark buildings like: The Biograph Theater, Holy Name Cathedral, Cook County Criminal Court House, Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse, etc.
Tour famous Chicago neighborhoods: Streeterville, River North, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Loop and Magnificent Mile. Locals and tourists agree that this educational and entertaining thing to do in Chicago is a unique cultural experience.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bus departs on time. Arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in. If you don't see the bus 10 minutes before the start time, call the number indicated in your ticket for help.
Guests may not join the tour after the bus departs. General seating is on a first-come first-served basis. Joint seating is not guaranteed.
No restroom breaks. Please go before checking in at the bus.
No eating or drinking on the bus.
There is no onsite office.
Bus is NOT equipped with an electronic lift. Bus and tour include steps and stairs.
Audio and video recording and services are not permitted without the express written consent of Chicago Crime Tours and Experiences.
Kindly refrain from talking or translating on the bus during the tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
All inclusions are subject to availability.
Exclusive access to crime quiz
Spy of secret Prohibition Era tunnels
Photo opportunities off the bus at infamous crime scenes
Luxury temperature controlled coach bus
Storage for 1 foldable wheelchair or stroller
Mini mob museum
Live interactive tour guide
Historic video footage
Stops on and off the bus
Keepsake brochure with special offers
Gratuity: Recommended $5/person gratuity (or more) via cash or Venmo.
Restroom on board
No food & Drinks on board
This world famous tour starts and ends OUTSIDE 163 E. Pearson Street (SE side of Michigan Avenue and Pearson Street). Learn about the history of leading gangster and mobster figures like Al Capone, John Dillinger, Frank Nitti, Dean O'Banion, and Bugs Moran. You'll see famous gangster shootout sites like the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, the handshake murder, and 'The Enforcers'' safe and tunnels. You will be led by a local, informative guide and guests are able to get off the bus and explore these historic crime scenes.
Water Tower Place
Meet your guide across from the Water Tower Place shopping mall in Chicago’s Near North Side at your selected time. Hop aboard a luxury climate-controlled coach and begin your 1.5-2 hour tour of the history of Chicago crime, from 19th century to today.
2,946 reviews
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Royce R,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
had trouble finding the bus message the app looking for the bus was not given clear instructions other than the address again and found out we were standing in front of the bus and the correct bus left
Philippa M,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
Absolutely brilliant. Informative and experiential in all the good ways. All age appropriate brilliant
Martin M,
Jul 28, 2025
- Viator
Jay & driver were very professional & friendly- great day today! Thanks 🙏🏻 jay was very informative on Chicago crime
Paul B,
Jul 28, 2025
- Viator
Its was cool and very informational the bus was clean and comfortable it's a great tour if you wanna know the dark side of chicago
Teri A,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
Very informative and a lot of fun. We learned a ton of facts that we had never heard before. Great way to see Chicago.
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