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Chicago Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour 2 hr

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  • Chicago
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Walk Chicago’s South Loop with a private historian guide, tracing gangster history and ghost legends from the Palmer House to the Congress Hotel.

About this tour

Step into Chicago’s shadowy past on a private Chicago Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour led by an expert historian. In the South Loop, once a notorious vice district, stories of bootleggers, speakeasies, gangland deals, and restless spirits bring the city’s streets to life.

Walk through a neighborhood that has traded its illicit past for an upmarket present, while hearing true tales of Chicago’s bloody history and notorious figures such as Al Capone. Visit inside the Palmer House and stop at the Chicago Theatre, then follow ghost legends along the Chicago Riverwalk and through Death Alley. The walk ends outside the Congress Hotel, known as one of Illinois’ most haunted places. With a private experience for your group, you can explore these stories alongside a historian guide at a personal pace. Meet outside Hoyt’s Tavern 15 minutes before departure. Choose this Chicago Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour for a vivid look at the people, places, and legends behind the city’s darker side.

Highlights

  • Explore the South Loop’s former speakeasy and bootlegging district
  • Hear true stories of Chicago gangsters, including Al Capone
  • Visit the Palmer House and Chicago Theatre
  • Uncover ghost legends along the Chicago Riverwalk and Death Alley
  • Finish outside the reportedly haunted Congress Hotel

What's included

Included

  • Expert historian guide
  • Visits inside the Palmer House
  • Private experience for your group

Not included

  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Meet your guide outside Hoyt's Tavern 15 minutes before the start time
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible, including transportation options
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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