Overview
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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.
Additional Info
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 has five (5) steps and some stops off of the bus include stairs. Bus is NOT equipped with an electronic lift. There is limited storage available for a folding wheelchair or stroller.
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.
What To Expect
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.
Options
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Luxury Mini Coach Bus: World Famous Chicago Crime Tour Bus!
What‘s Included
Prohibition Era personality profile
All inclusions are subject to availability.
Photos ops at infamous crime scenes
Mini mob museum
Live interactive tour guide in English
Historic video footage
Exclusive crime quiz
Keepsake brochure with special offers
Gratuity: Recommended $5/person gratuity (or more) via cash or Venmo.
There are no translations, audio-guides or headphones.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3,352 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Crime tour Chicago
Amy P,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative our tour guide was great. Fun to see the actual history in person Comfortable bus to see from
Fun historical tour
suchi1324,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide had great energy and enthusiasm. Lots of history and humor. Very comfortable both on and off bus. Definitely recommend.
Fun time had by all
Eric S,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guide was very entertaining, informative and friendly. Saw some nice sites.
Summer vacation
Chris C,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. We learned about the crime history and on some of the architecture in the city. We had a great time!
Great thing to do in Chicago
david g,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jamie was awesome. Great stories and good knowledge. Did lots of looking for some activities to do while visiting Chicago. Saw this with great reviews so signed up. Glad I did
Mike, our guide, was very...
Brian H,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mike, our guide, was very knowledgeable and funny, despite his many, many bad jokes and puns. We had a great time learning about Chicago's crime history and enjoyed the tour
Fun, informative few hours
bree klotter,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun, interesting tour. Our guide was knowledgeable and had a good sense of humor. Definitely worth our time and definitely a good value for the money.
Fun bus tour
Anna M,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a very knowledgeable and fun bus trip and a great way to spend time in Chicago on an air conditioned bus. Thank you
Fun and informative. ...
Cynthia D,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun and informative. Interesting to see what these infamous sites look like now. No trace of the terrible history.
Narrator was funny and...
Ruth S,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Narrator was funny and knowledgeable. Don’t sit next to an exit window as they rattle and it makes it hard to hear.
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