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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.
3,084 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
annette c,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
Very interesting, lots of information presented very well. Fun tour. Maddie was an excellent guide. Would recommend.
Brian B,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
The bus that we were on had two windows that squeaks so loud you could barely hear the tour guide. I thought there would’ve been more about Al Capone. I thought the tour is just okay.
Kelly A,
Sep 29, 2025
- Viator
Very interesting and fun. Great tour guide, learned some new things. Definitely recommend this tour.
Nellene P,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
Well I like Viator never any problems with the company. I wasn’t super impressed with this tour. Yes our tour guide was knowledgeable, pleasant But it wasn’t very exciting. Mostly drove around the city( Chicago) and she pointed out different sites and yes we did get off the busy twice where she showed us a few places where events occurred. Not sure what I was expecting… but it wasn’t this. Oh well I will continue to book with Viator. Maybe they can “ tweak “ it a bit more to make it a little more interesting.
Barbara D,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
Only got off bus twice. That was disappointing and the time given was very quick when we We did get off
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