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 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.
What‘s Included
Expert Tour Guide
Go Inside Famous Hotels
Tips and Gratuities for Tour Guide
Options
Haunted Chicago: Crime and Ghosts Walking Tour
Reviews
54 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing
pedrosQ4587OX,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour is focused on ghosts, dark history, mob stories, and the city’s past, and it was an outstanding experience. The highlight was definitely our guide, Andre. He is incredibly engaging, knowledgeable and funny, with a storytelling style that keeps you hooked from start to finish. This wasn’t just a list of facts — he skillfully connected historical events, infamous mob figures, urban legends, and the broader context of Chicago’s history in a way that felt natural and captivating. The tour strikes a perfect balance between entertainment and historical depth. Even if you already know a bit about Chicago’s past, you’ll learn something new, and if you don’t, you’ll walk away with a much richer understanding of the city — especially its darker and more mysterious side. It was fun, insightful, and truly memorable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience Chicago beyond the usual attractions.
Andre was extremely...
Nikki P,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Andre was extremely formative and enthusiastic, fun to listen to. We thoroughly enjoyed this interesting tour. Highly recommend this tour. He explained some of the beautiful architecture, crime and ghost stories. The walk was enjoyable. We went inside some of the buildings. Macy's and the Palmer were beautiful.
Great tour for crime and paranormal enthusiasts!
cloeys2026,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour! Highly reccomend! Really cool stories and fun facts. Our host Andre was great and is a great storyteller.
Chicago’s history comes alive!
Gwendolyn S,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a gem of a tour. The host was animated, funny and told great stories about the gangsters and ghosts of Chicago. The tour was well designed and made the city’s history come alive. My teenage boy, who has never been here, loved all of it! He indicated that “it was a great way to see the city! 5 stars”
Interesting and fun
marisar511,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was not so much spooky or much about ghosts but interesting and mysterious history about Chicago. I went with my friend and my daughter and her friend ages 14 and 15. The girls had fun and the tour guide was entertaining. 90 minutes was a good amount of time for our group.
This tour was fun and...
Lynn H,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was fun and informative. Andre was very engaging and took us to interesting places. Would like to take his other tours.
A fun and unique way to experience the city whether you’re a visitor or resident
B1899YGerink,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun experience! Andre was a great guide he has the ability to draw you in with a little bit of history and creepy rolled into one 😊
I had an absolutely...
Michele M,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had an absolutely amazing time on this tour in Chicago! From start to finish, the experience was engaging, spooky, and so much fun. Our guide was knowledgeable and energetic, sharing eerie stories, real history, and local legends in a way that kept everyone hooked. The locations we visited were fascinating.
Best tour in Chicago!
eoindooley48,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andre was a great host and made the already interesting criminal history of Chicago even more exciting. Along with some ghost stories and great concise information about some of Chicago’s darkest days. Would 100% recommend anyone to do this tour and it was the best thing we have done so far on our trip. (Lots of interesting Irish history to bring back with us)
Great tour of Chicago has bits of everything
zombieflu,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour! Perfect mix of history, ghosts and architecture. Would recommend!! Loved the little hidden gems we saw!! He also survived our Nashville humor 😂😂❤️
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