Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour: Explore Underworld History
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2,389 Ratings
Chicago
Discover the dark and intriguing history of Chicago's crime and mob underworld on a thrilling bus tour. Explore historic crime scenes, learn about notorious gangsters, and visit iconic landmarks. An educational and entertaining cultural experience!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Water Tower Place - Meet your guide across from the Water Tower Place shopping mall in Chicago’s Near North Side at your selected time. Hop aboard a luxury climate-controlled coach and begin your 1.5-2 hour tour of the history of Chicago crime, from 19th century to today.
What's Included
  • Exclusive access to crime quiz
  • Photo opportunities at infamous crime scenes
  • Comfortable, climate-controlled luxury coach bus
  • Engaging live tour guide
  • Historic crime scene video footage
  • Complimentary keepsake brochure with special offers
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • On-board restrooms
  • No food & Drinks on board
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the criminal history of Chicago with a crime and mob tour, complete with stops along the way on a luxurious, air-conditioned bus. The walking tour will take you to historic crime locations that offer incredible photo ops. You’ll hear fascinating true crime tales about Chicago’s notorious gangsters like Al Capone, The Untouchables, The Chicago Mob, and figures from the Prohibition era, such as John Dillinger, Frank “The Enforcer” Nitti, Cap George Streeter, Leopold & Loeb, H.H. Holmes, among others. Explore esteemed historical establishments, including The Biograph Theater, Holy Name Cathedral, Cook County Criminal Court House, Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse, etc. Traverse popular Chicago neighborhoods like Streeterville, River North, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Loop, and Magnificent Mile. This educational yet exciting activity in Chicago is endorsed by both locals and tourists as a unique cultural experience.

  • Bus departs on time. Arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in.
  • Guests may not join the tour after the bus departs. General seating is on a first-come first-served basis. Joint seating is not guaranteed.
  • No restroom breaks. Please go before checking in at the bus.
  • No eating or drinking on the bus.
  • There is no onsite office.
  • Bus is NOT equipped with an electronic lift. Tour includes steps and stairs.
Location
163 E Pearson St
East Pearson Street
Bus pickup OUTSIDE 163 E. Pearson (SE side of Pearson St and Michigan Ave). Report 15 minutes early for check-in. Bus departs on time. Look for the tour guide at the bus.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Amandacc9853yn
Jun 21, 2024
Great Tour!!!! - The information was very well illustrated by the tour guide. She was fun and entertaining Define must do if you never had.
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530josephv
Jun 20, 2024
Mob tour - Dane was awesome! So full of knowledge about the mob ties to Chicago. It was a lot of fun! Definitely recommend this tour !!!
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Theresa_m
Jun 20, 2024
Awesome tour - This tour was very entertaining and beneficial. I enjoyed it to the fullest and would definitely recommend it for anyone visiting the Chicago area.
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J2956udjimr
Jun 19, 2024
Great informative and fun tour - This tour was very informative with information you don't see or hear anywhere else. Jay the tour guide was not only knowledgeable but she made the history come alive with her enthusiasm and obvious love of what she did. Highly recommend this tour.
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Richardbr1441hr
Jun 19, 2024
Family trip - The tour was a great way to spend an hour and a half on a hot day. Kat the tour guild did a great job, she made a few corny jokes but had the entire bus involved and laughing. Would recommend this as a must do if in Chicago
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Julie_k
Jun 19, 2024
Enjoyable and informative - Kat knew the history of crime/mob evolution. She was entertaining and very personable. Some walking required and there were 3 stops we got off the bus.
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Gina_d
Jun 19, 2024
Chicago’s Most Notorious Didn’t Disappoint! - Entertaining and enlightening! We learned a ton about the history of Chicago’s most notorious. Maddie did a great job. Totally appropriate for kids. Mine is a tween and really enjoyed it. It was a nice way to see a large part of the city on a super hot day.
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Vacation40214102498
Jun 17, 2024
Fun - Very interesting and informative tour guide also it was a very comfortable bus tour. Close to several parking areas and places to eat.
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Steve_r
Jun 17, 2024
Bucket List! - We left on time! Tour Guife was the best Guide I have ever experienced! Knowledgeable, great energy, and a great story teller!
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Jessica_v
Jun 19, 2024
As described but lacked something - Kat the guide was informative. Tour was as described. Bus had AC. Meeting point was as decribed Felt it lacked something for the price.
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