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
3,379 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tourist in my own city
lean757,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was J/Jay. They were extremely knowledgeable about all things Chicago. Not just crime related stuff. They seemed to really love the city and it seemed less of a job and more of a passion. Those are the type of people that are meant for these tours.
Fun on a Rainy Day!
lrcc2026,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our narrator was fantastic and made the whole tour! She was fun and a great storyteller. The museum at Harry Carey was so interesting, just needed more time. I would definitely recommend this tour. We went at 2pm on 6/24.
Great time in chicago
Happiness60456670251,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Comfortable and very informative
Really interesting
Greg B,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I was not expecting this, so many cool stories. I expected Dillinger and Capone and St Valentines Day massacre but much more. Lots of detail. MJ our guide did well. It went by quick.
Interesting!
H5100FVjenniferf,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great overview of the lore and history with videos and a few stops.
An educational and fun activity
CTTOM,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We had a late morning tour. The tour bus was packed. I highly recommend reservations in advance especially as the tourist season seats up. Our guide was experienced, knowledgeable, and fun. It's a good tour to get an overview of old and new crime in Chicago, which of course it is famous for.
Perfect tour on a rainy day
ThatCrazyMusicTeache,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We learned a lot about Chicago crime on this tour! Would not have known about a couple of topics covered otherwise. Highly recommend and we will do the night tour next time.
Very cool tour!
Lauren E,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour guide about mob history. However, it's a good idea to fact check. For example Al Capone did not have a funeral service at Holy name cathedral.He was denied a service because of his dark history of a murder and bullet hole in structure. The service was in Miami and he was buried in Chicago We did go back to the Harry Carrey restaurant and the food was excellent!
Fun experience
Michael P,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Fascinating history! Comfortable ride. I appreciated the opportunity to step off of the bus a couple of times.
Highly recommend! Very interesting and immersive.
alyssaf921,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour! Very informative and our tour guide Aaron was fantastic! Very friendly and knowledgeable. Learned a lot and it was very surreal to see the areas where the stories being told took place!
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