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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

“Lillie was amazing. She was very personable, had several great one liners and was even more knowledgeable about the history. The tour was an easy walk and a great time for anyone visiting for a first time or if you just want to try something…”

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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

“I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this museum. I went because by daughter wanted to see it. Very informative audio tour. You go at your own pace.”

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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

“Filled with history facts about Chicago as well as mysterious lore! Great story telling and wonderful to learn some Chicago history! Lark was an awesome guide!”

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4.Haunted Chicago Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

Discover Chicago's haunted past on this 2.5-hour ghost pub crawl, exploring historic bars, spooky stories, and hidden city corners with a lively guide.

★ 5.0

“Laura was great - loved the history and ghost stories! At 2.5 hours the walking and bar visits were easy to navigate. My only recommendation would be to ask the bars to give our group special access to order our drinks.”

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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.

“Experience went smoothly. Met in the lounge/lobby of Congress hotel, bus was comfortable, and made 5 stops. Tony was a great guide and storyteller. He was full of knowledge and easy to understand. Definitely a must!”

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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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9.Embers of the Windy City: Chilling Chicago Ghost Tours

Discover Chicago’s haunted side on this 1-hour ghost tour through Lincoln Park, led by expert guides sharing spine-chilling stories and eerie sights.

★ 4.5

“It was very informative. She told the stories so well and we ended up visiting one of the pubs she mentioned. We like how the tour started and ended in the same place.”

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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

“Tony was a great tour guide. He knew the history, the tall tales, and had a great sense of humor. The gadgets provided made for a more immerse experience!”

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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.

“Katie was FAB! We loved hearing all of her amazing stories and she truly spooked our group with all the haunted stories about Chicago. Highly recommend!”

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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

“Felt the tour lacked focus. Tried to cover too much and ultimately didn’t really cover any topic properly. Some interesting sections but overall a disappointment”

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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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