Haunted Mysteries of Chicago Mob Tour

Fight and fright in the Windy City

$34 €30 £26 C$48 A$52
  • Local experts

    Personal stories and insider travel tips
  • Top-rated

    Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars
  • Worry-free booking

    Flexible scheduling and refunds

$34

€30

£26

C$48

A$52

$34 €30 £26 C$48 A$52
  • Local experts

    Personal stories and insider travel tips
  • Top-rated

    Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars
  • Worry-free booking

    Flexible scheduling and refunds

Highlights

  • Visit the favorite hangouts of Chicago’s most infamous gangsters.
  • Walk the streets and alleyways that once hummed with illicit activity.
  • Hear the ghostly story of the hitchhiking flapper girl who roams the roads as you walk by the start of the legendary Route 66.
  • Feel the echoes of departed souls as you stand atop of the remains of the Great Chicago Fire.
  • Learn how mobsters used Lake Michigan as their dumping grounds — and for what.

What you'll do

As the sun sets on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, you’ll walk with the spirits of gangsters and condemned ghosts through the alleys, waterways, backstreets, and famous landmarks of the city.

If you love history, true crime, and spooky ...

As the sun sets on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, you’ll walk with the spirits of gangsters and condemned ghosts through the alleys, waterways, backstreets, and famous landmarks of the city.

If you love history, true crime, and spooky mysteries, this is the tour for you! On this haunted Chicago walking tour, you’ll hear harrowing tales of how mobsters once ruled the city, ghost stories about historical events and figures, and much more.

Each tour is led by an expert guide with a passion for this city’s unique legacy. Whether you’re visiting Chicago for the first time or have lived here your whole life, this tour’s spine-tingling tales offer exhilarating thrills and chills. Join us as we uncover some of Chicago’s darkest secrets.

Chicago mobsters tour itinerary

  • Congress Plaza Hotel

    Considered the most haunted hotel in America

  • Exchequer Restaurant AKA the 226 Club

    Al Capone’s favorite hangout

  • Under the “L”

    Once a hotbed of crime and vice

  • Alley of Death

    Known for strange and supernatural activity

  • Chicago River 

    A scenic waterway of age-old tragedy

Plan your trip

Tour ending point

This tour ends near N. Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive.

Refund policy

We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.

Chicago mobsters tour reviews

Review Star
Great experience
Great insight from Bryson into the history of Chicago including fires, mobsters, murders and ghosts! Great way to see the city.

Eoin (October 2025)

Review Star
An unusual side of Chicago
The tour was super interesting. We discovered the darker sides of Chicago from the great fire to the reign of Al Capone, from the tragedy of the Iroquois theater to the rebirth of Chicago.

Silvano (September 2025)

Review Star
Mobs and Haunts Chicago
We enjoyed the mobs and haunts tour! Our guide Ben was very engaging and we learned a lot of interesting Chicago history. Definitely recommend!

Julie (August 2025)

Review Star
Engaging tour
Great tour guide. Interesting storyteller that keeps you engaged. You could tell that he really did love the history of the town and he knew his stuff.

Merry (July 2025)

Review Star
Feb Work Trip Fun
Highly recommend if you're in town. The tour guide was AWESOME. If you like history and have any interest in ghostly happenings and hauntings, this would be a fun use of a couple hours.

Erin (February 2025)

Meeting point

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Meeting Point

The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA

Open map

Meet your tour guide in front of the Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center. The hotel address is 520 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605.

FAQs

How much walking is there?

This tour covers about 1.5 miles at a leisurely pace.

What is the cancellation policy?

We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours before your tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours aren’t eligible for refunds or rescheduling.

When should I get there?

Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.

What if it rains?

Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.

Are gratuities included?

Tips aren’t included but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.