Get the best of both worlds: explore Chicago’s stunning architecture while uncovering its dark past. Inspired by Devil in the White City, this expert-led walking tour reveals the secrets of the city’s skyline and its shadowy history. If it’s raining/too hot the tour is almost all INDOOR. Led by a passionate local guide, you’ll visit architectural gems and hidden landmarks that BOAT TOURS MISS bringing Chicago’s rich and eerie past to life.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 15.
Step back in time at the historic Palmer House while uncovering the dark history.
We’ll also explore other stunning buildings and learn more about Chicagos dark past.
We’ll conclude the tour at Chase Tower, a building known for its fascinating illusion.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Chicago Architecture and True Crime Tour lasts about 1h 30min–1h 45min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $35 per person for this Chicago experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM.
Children aged 0–6 pay from $10, adults from $35.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is We’ll meet under the Palmer House canopy on the Wabash side, right next to Poké Poké. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Chicago Architecture and True Crime Tour | 1h 30min–1h 45min | 5.0 (754) | $35 | |
 Haunted Chicago: Crime, Ghosts, and Capone Walking Tour | 1h 30min | 5.0 (506) | $35 | View |
 Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour | 1h 30min–2h | 4.6 (3,655) | $49 | View |
 Chicago Night Crimes Tour by Bus | 2h–2h 30min | 4.8 (526) | $55 | View |
 Chicago Murder Mystery Tour | 2 hours | 5.0 (759) | $35 | View |
 Haunted Ghosts & The Chicago Outfit Segway Tour | 2 hours | 4.7 (38) | $75 | View |
 The Serial Killer and Iconic Chicago Landmarks Bus Tour | 1h 30min | 5.0 (5) | $46 | View |
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
