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15 Best Chicago Ghost Tours

The haunted side of the second city: ghost bus rounds of the fire and Resurrection Mary lore, booze-and-boos walking crawls and hauntings told at the original addresses. Chicago’s disasters left a deep bench of stories; the guides keep them honest.

1.Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Discover Chicago’s dark past with this 2-hour guided walking tour exploring gangsters, ghosts, and haunted landmarks in the South Loop district.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“Sophia was a delight! This was my favorite tour of this trip. So much knowledge and lore crammed into 2 hours. A must for true crime, history, and ghost story fans.”

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2.Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting

Explore Chicago’s dark side at the Medieval Torture Museum with an audio guide and ghost-hunting app. Learn, touch, and experience 6000 sq. ft. of gruesome history.

★ 5.0

“The entire process of ordering tickets, gaining admission and walking through the museum came off without a hitch. The museum has an excellent collection of torture artifacts. Also, many exhibits are hands on.”

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3.Chicago Mobs and Haunts Walking Tour

Explore Chicago's dark side with this mob and haunt walking tour. Discover haunted hotels, mob hangouts, and supernatural stories for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“Tyson was a fantastic guide! Very knowledgeable with a side of humor! The tour was well worth it! Our family continues to talk about what we learned!”

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5.Chicago Hauntings Original Ghost Bus Tour

Explore Chicago’s spooky side on this 3-hour ghost bus tour. See haunted sites, hear chilling stories, and enjoy a comfortable, informative ride for $59.

“It was rainy, but informative, interesting, and fun! Our guide was very knowledgeable and let us use EMF readers and dowsing rods to ghost hunt on our own. Even though we all got soaked, my boyfriend and I had a wonderful time and I’d recommend…”

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7.Chicago: Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Ghost Hunting

Discover Chicago’s Medieval Torture Museum with an engaging audio guide and ghost hunting app. An immersive experience for history buffs and thrill-seekers alike.

★ 4.7

“The Museum of Medieval Torture in Chicago is a real eye-opener! It features a wide range of authentic torture devices and exhibits that give you a glimpse into the darker side of history. The setup is intriguing, and the staff is super friendly, ready to…”

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10.Lincoln Park Hauntings Ghost Investigation Tour

Discover Chicago's haunted history on a 2-hour Lincoln Park ghost investigation tour, complete with paranormal equipment and captivating stories.

★ 5.0

“If you're expecting ghosts, you might want to skip this tour. But if you're looking for a mix of historical tales, gangster escapades, and some downright ludicrous stories, you're in for a treat! This tour, marketed as a haunted ghost investigation walk, took a delightful…”

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12.Chicago Segway Tour: Haunted Crime & The Outfit

Explore Chicago's haunted past on a 2-hour Segway tour, visiting eerie sites like the Iroquois Theatre fire and the river disaster, all lit up at night.

★ 4.5

“We absolutely loved our Haunted Segway Tour! Our guide, Carrie was really hilarious and made our tour truly memorable. Segway is definitely the best way to see the large variety of interesting sights throughout the city! Such a blast! Highly recommend!!”

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13.Chicago Haunts and Hooligans Tour

Explore Chicago's Prohibition-era history and mobster legends on this engaging haunted pub tour, perfect for history buffs and night owls alike.

“My friends and I went on the Haunts and Hooligans Tour in October as a pre-Halloween activity, but I truly believe that this tour can be taken any time. Our tour guide, Katie, was amazing and really made the tour feel personalized. It was so…”

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14.Chicago’s Dark Side: Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour

Explore Chicago's haunted past with this 2-hour walking tour highlighting gangsters, true crime, and ghost stories—perfect for curious adventurers.

★ 5.0

“Very enjoyable tour to do. Our guide, Scott was very knowledgeable and shared many old stories about the area. We went along the river walk for a bit and were in and out of hotels and restaurants spotting pieces of Chicago history. I highly recommend…”

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15.Ghosts of Chicago Family Friendly Ghost Tour

Discover Chicago’s haunted history on this family-friendly ghost tour, visiting iconic landmarks while hearing spooky, family-appropriate stories at night.

★ 4.0

“Loved Joe. He was great. Would have given a much lower star score if he hadn’t been so great. Really rough start. He was told to meet at the bean and we were told to meet at the fountain. We sent messages, left a voicemail…”

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