Unraveling Chicago's Dark History: Gangsters, Mobsters, and Criminals Tours
Dive into Chicago's thrilling criminal history with captivating tours of gangsters, mobsters, and infamous crimes that shaped the city.
Explore the thrilling underbelly of Chicago with guided crime tours that delve into the city's notorious past of gangsters and mobsters. Discover the tales of infamous criminals and their impact on the Windy City.
A brief summary to Chicago Crime Tours and Experiences - Gangsters, Mobsters and Criminals
- 163 E Pearson St, Chicago, Streeterville, Illinois, 60611, US
- +1312-888-6224
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-9 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-9 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-9 pm
- Thursday 8 am-9 pm
- Friday 8 am-9 pm
- Saturday 8 am-9 pm
- Sunday 8 am-9 pm
Local tips
- Book your tour in advance to secure your spot, especially during peak tourist seasons.
- Dress comfortably and wear walking shoes as some tours may involve significant walking.
- Bring a camera to capture the iconic locations and photo opportunities along the way.
- Arrive 15 minutes early to ensure a timely start and to mingle with fellow crime history enthusiasts.
- Consider taking an evening tour for a more atmospheric experience, as many stories come to life under the city lights.
Getting There
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Train
From Palatine Metra Station, take the Union Pacific Northwest Line train towards Chicago. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes. Disembark at the Ogilvie Transportation Center. From there, walk to the Clinton Station on the Blue Line and take the train towards O'Hare. Get off at the Washington Station, then transfer to the Red Line towards Howard at the State/Lake Station. Get off at the Chicago Avenue stop. From there, walk east on Chicago Avenue until you reach North Michigan Avenue. Turn left and walk north until you reach East Pearson Street. The destination will be on your right at 163 E Pearson St.
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Bus
From the Palatine Park District, take the Pace Bus Route 696 towards the Arlington Heights Metra Station. Ride the bus for about 20 minutes until you reach the station. From Arlington Heights, take the Metra train on the Union Pacific Northwest Line towards Chicago. Get off at Ogilvie Transportation Center. From there, follow the same instructions as in the train option to reach the destination.
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Bicycle
If you're feeling adventurous, you can rent a bike in Palatine. Start at the Palatine Trail. Head south on the bike path until you reach the intersection with Rand Road. Follow Rand Road south until you reach the intersection with Dundee Road. Turn left on Dundee Road and continue until you reach the train tracks. There, you can find a bike-friendly route to the Metra station. Once you arrive at Ogilvie Transportation Center, follow the walking directions provided in the train option.
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Walking
If you are near downtown Palatine, you can take a leisurely walk towards the Metra station. Head south on North Smith Street, then turn right onto East Dundee Road. Continue on Dundee Road until you reach the Metra station. From there, board the Union Pacific Northwest Line train towards Chicago. Follow the train directions as mentioned earlier to reach the destination.
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