Overview
Join us for a fun night of exploring Chicago's crime history on this 2-2.5-hour bus tour that includes:
* World famous crime scenes like the St Valentine's Day massacre
* Stops on-and-off the bus at famous crime sites
* True Crime history
* Historic video footage
* Interactive live commentary
* Crime quiz
* Souvenir pamphlet with photos
* Luxury climate-controlled bus
* So much more!
Some of the world’s most notorious criminals, mobsters & gangsters bamboozled their way through Chicago. Escape into the city’s criminal underworld as you investigate stories about Al Capone, The Untouchables, the Chicago Mob and more.
From a luxury coach, see the sites of storied crime scenes including Biograph Theatre, Holy Name Cathedral, and the St Valentine's Day Massacre, one of Chicago's most notorious murders. Snap photos of the historic criminal courthouse, and hop on-and-off the coach to walk the path that Chicago gangsters John Dillinger and Hymie Weiss followed just before their deaths.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Photo opportunities off the bus at infamous crime scenes
Luxury temperature controlled coach bus
Live interactive tour guide in English
Historic video footage
Test your knowledge with the Crime Quiz
Professional tour guide and chauffeur
Keepsake brochure with special offers
Gratuity
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Arrive 15 minutes early to check-in with the tour guide. Bus departs on time.
• Paperless ticketing. Tour guide has lead traveler name on the guest list.
• No bathrooms or restroom breaks. Please go before checking in at the bus.
• Guests may not join tour after bus has departed.
• Call supplier in advance if you have any special needs or requests regarding wheelchairs. The bus is able to hold collapsible wheelchairs but it is NOT equipped with an electronic lift.
What to expect
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Chicago Crime Tours and Experiences
2 hours
On this tour, you will learn about the histories of leading gangster and mobster figures like Al Capone, John Dillinger, Frank Nitti, Dean O'Banion, and Bugs Moran. You'll see famous gangster shootout sites like the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, the handshake murder, and 'The Enforcers'' safe and tunnels. You will be led by a local, informative guide and guests are able to get off the bus and explore these historic crime scenes.
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Water Tower Place
1 min
Pick-up and drop-off for the tour are right across the street from this Chicago Landmark.
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North Avenue Beach
1 min
Pass by the beach on beautiful Lakeshore Drive.
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Abraham Lincoln Park
1 min
Drive by the park on the way to several historic crime scenes throughout Chicago.
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Biograph Theatre
1 min
Other sights you'll see include landmark buildings like Biograph Theater and Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse. The bus departs on time. Guests may not join the tour after the bus departs.
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Oz Park
1 min
Drive by Oz Park on the way to the St. Valentine's Day Massacre site in the Lincoln Park neighborhood.
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Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse
10 min
Go inside to visit Nitti's Vault, a crime museum and see the historic bootlegging tunnel.
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Holy Name Cathedral
7 min
Walk the last steps of Northside gangster Hymie Weiss.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- Bus is NOT equipped with an electronic lift. Tour includes steps and stairs.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Chicago Evening Crime Tour by Bus
Can I cancel Chicago Evening Crime Tour by Bus for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours–2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
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.
What's included?
- Photo opportunities off the bus at infamous crime scenes
- Luxury temperature controlled coach bus
- Live interactive tour guide in English
- Historic video footage
- Test your knowledge with the Crime Quiz
- Professional tour guide and chauffeur
- Keepsake brochure with special offers
What's not included?
- Gratuity
Which places does it visit?
It visits Chicago Crime Tours and Experiences, Water Tower Place, North Avenue Beach, Abraham Lincoln Park, Biograph Theatre, Oz Park, Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse, Holy Name Cathedral.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Chicago Crime Tours and Experiences LLC
