Haunted Chicago: Crime and Ghosts Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Walk in the footsteps of Al Capone, John Dillinger, and real life ghost stories while hearing tales of Chicago's haunted past. Visit Prohibition Era speakeasy bars, sites of real life mob shootouts, and haunted tragedies that shape the city's legacy.
This walking tour blends ghost stories, true crime history, and architectural landmarks to reveal the beauty and horror from one of America's most famous time periods, right where it happened.
You'll gain special access to architectural interiors tied to famous history, as you are led by a trained historian tour guide through these famous sites. Learn where Chicago's history still whispers after dark!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour, 1.0 Miles over 1.5 Hours
Not recommended for travelers with a cold
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Expert Tour Guide
Go Inside Famous Hotels
Tips and Gratuities for Tour Guide
What To Expect
Chicago River
Our expert host will meet you at the starting point and begin to explain the architecture and haunted history along the Chicago River.
River North
You will see historic buildings that operated as speakeasy bars of the Prohibition Era, and see famous spots connected to legendary bank robber John Dillinger.
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Haunted Chicago: Crime and Ghosts Walking Tour
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide! Andre is very informative and funny and engaging. You will have a great time!
Karolyn C,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Don’t miss out! You will have a great time. The walking is easy. Great spots and stories told by a great tour guide
Awesome night
robertlC4263EB,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are in town from New York and want to see the best history and had a blast. We will recommend Andre for being a great host.
Great tour from start to finish
Mobile33586346720,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You can see how passionate Adrian is about this tour, gave us a great tour of the city... must do if you enjoy crime podcast and documentaries
Story telling at its finest!
catrionak82,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a super tour, really interesting, great story telling, lots of Chicago true crime history and a little bit of architectural education and humour! Just right! Andre has the gift of the gab with years of tour experience behind him and it shows. Highly recommend!
Very interesting and fun tour
niamhhK9443ST,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super interesting tour, covered a wide variety of locations! Andre was very knowledgeable and gave a great insight into the crime and history of Chicago.
Highly Recommend
roisinf91,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brillant experience and the the guide Andre was very engaging and knowledgeable. Would recommend as it is interesting to hear about the crime in the city and also see the city of Chicago also
Engaging
saidhbhm2025,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great tour. Andre is very engaging and really knowledgeable about all things Chicago! Would highly recommend booking.
Great Way to View the City
clodaghr90,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andre was a delightful tour guide! Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Chicago. He shared his vast knowledge about all the crime and ghosts in the city
Ghost Tour
saoirseq915,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enjoyed the tour so much, it wasn’t too long (perfect length) Guide Andre is great and very personable We were a group of ten Irish girls and had such a laugh while learning
Engaging
sarahjaneo487,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andre was super engaging and kept the tour really entertaining! There was a wide variety of stops along the way and something for everyone. Would highly recommend
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