Chicago River Guided Ghost Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the Chicago River in a unique way with this 120-minute Guided Ghost Tour. Learn about the city's haunted history, including the Great Chicago Fire and the Eastland Disaster. You are welcome to bring your own beverages and food/snacks to fully enjoy your time on the water. Departing from the Chicago Riverwalk, this is a fun and engaging way to experience the spooky side of the city. This tour is typically smaller allowing for you to interact with the tour guide! Ask all the questions, we are ready!
- 120-minute ghost tour on the Chicago River for up to 18 passengers
- Fun bring-your-own beverage/snacks experience with a u-shaped bar and coolers
- Learn about Chicago's haunted history and significant events
- Departures from the Chicago Riverwalk—15-minute early arrival required to allow time for check in and depart on time.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
Chicago Riverwalk
As we passed by your beautiful and busy riverwalk, we will talk about not only the history of the locations but also the dark side of the history with mass murders and tragic deaths.
Battle Of Fort Dearborn
Off the to the south side of the river we will see the site where the first American settlement, Ft Dearborn, once stood.
What‘s Included
Coolers and Ice
Local Knowledgeable Guide
Welcome to bring your own drinks and food aboard (no glass please)
Drinks, but you are welcome to bring any drinks you want (no glass please)
Snacks/food, but you are welcome to bring any onboard
Options
Chicago River Guided Ghost Tour
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Would book again!
ELIJAH C,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The view was amazing and the crew was amazing! We all had a blast seeing the sights, jamming our music, and enjoying good friends.
Captain Monica is the best!!!
B6747YCjoshh,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience with Captain Monica, she was very personable, and made our experience amazing. Highly recommend!!!
Great experience!
johnwR972SG,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience! Very safe, clean, and fun! Monica was our Captain and did an exceptional job. Would highly recommend.
Amazing time
katehI6553UA,Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time with Monica and Paris! We learned so much about Chicago history and had a perfect mix of history and free time.
Highly entertaining, engaging, and relaxing!
melissakJ913NI,Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I've been on other boat tours in Chicago and while they were all fun, the Guided Ghost Tour really stood out as fun and engaging. Kelly and our awesome boat driver were both excellent, generating rapport with the passengers right away, and telling highly entertaining stories that mixed Chicago history with mystery and mayhem. Highly recommend!
Do it!
greglL9278XK,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kelly and Paris were amazing! Would highly recommend. So much fun and informative. What a great time on the river on a beautiful Chicago summer day.
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