Chicago Mobsters Gangsters Ghosts and Prohibition Tour
2 hours
About this experience
Highlights • Explore the streets and haunts from Chicago’s Prohibition-era underworld • Uncover true crime stories of Al Capone and notorious gangland shootouts • Visit haunted landmarks like the Palmer House and Death Alley • Walk the Riverwalk where Chicago’s most horrific boat tragedy occurred • Hear chilling ghost stories from Chicago’s most haunted hotel Discover the dark side of Chicago on the Mobsters and Ghost Tour. Walk the streets where gangsters once ruled and hear true tales of crime, corruption, and eerie hauntings from your expert historian guide. Step into the South Loop, once home to speakeasies and mob hangouts, and learn how Al Capone built his empire during Prohibition. Visit the site of historic shootouts,stroll along the Chicago Riverwalk where Chicago’s worst boat tragedy occurred, and see the Historic Chicago Theatre where Al Capone was a frequent patron. You’ll also hear spine-tingling ghost stories tied to iconic landmarks. Stand inside the luxurious Palmer House and explore Death Alley, where spirits are said to linger. Learn about the legendary Congress Plaza Hotel, known as the most haunted hotel in Chicago with creepy tales from its 12th floor. Perfect for travelers looking for something different to do in Chicago, this thrilling tour blends history, true crime, and paranormal legends into one unforgettable experience.
- Experience type
- Day tour or activity
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Booking in advance
- Book at least 1 hours in advance. Before the tour starts.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Categories
- Walking tour · Cultural and theme tours · Sightseeing
What's included
• 90-minute Walking Tour • Professional Historian guide • Visit inside the Palmer House • Stand in Death Alley
What's not included
• Gratuities
Please note
• The tour is 1.25 miles long • The tour is family friendly • There is a refreshment and restroom break on the tour • Minors 17 or under must be accompanied by an adult • Tour departs rain or shine. • This tour is wheelchair and stroller/pram accessible • Service animals are allowed, but not pets. • Not recommended for people with mobility issues Wheelchair accessible Stroller or pram accessible Public transportation nearby
What to bring
Comfortable Walking Shoes Weather appropriate clothing
Itinerary
- 1Day 1
Chicago
the heart of the city filled with historic skyscrapers and haunted locations.
- 2Day 1
N Clark St
N Clark Street, 60610 Chicago
known for speakeasies, mob activity, and historic crime scenes.
- 3Day 1
Palmer House Hotel
17 E Monroe St, 60603-5608 Chicago
Historic hotel with ghostly tales and celebrity lore.
- 4Day 1
The Congress Plaza Hotel
S Michigan Ave, 60605 Cook County
Often called the most haunted hotel in Chicago.
- 5Day 1
Death Alley
24 W Randolph St, 60603-3501 Chicago
Death Alley (behind the Nederlander Theatre) – notorious for its ghost sightings after the Iroquois Theatre fire.
- 6Day 1
Chicago Riverwalk
22 E Wacker Dr, 60601 Chicago
Chicago Riverwalk – scenic but also linked to mob history and Prohibition smuggling routes.
Meeting point
Royal Sonesta Hotel 71 E Wacker Dr, 60601, Cook County Chicago, Illinois, US
Pick up
Pickup is not provided.
Cancellation policy · Chicago Mobsters Gangsters Ghosts and Prohibition Tour
Standard Viator policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
Good to know
Operated by Attractions4us LLC and sold by AGORA. Your voucher and booking reference arrive by email straight after payment.