---
title: Chicago Crime Tours
slug: chicago-crime-tours
type: attraction
sub_type: bus tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/chicago-crime-tours
city: Chicago
state: IL
country: US
address: 163 East Pearson St., Bus pickup OUTSIDE 163 E. Pearson (SE side of Pearson St and Michigan Ave)
geo:
  lat: 41.89723
  lng: -87.62361
duration: up to 2 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:25:04.023Z
price_from:
  amount: 42
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 3003
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Chicago Crime Tour
        price: 37.33
        regular_price: 42
        savings: 4.67
        ticket_types:
          - name: All Ages (7+ yrs)
            min_age: 7
---
## Overview

Discover the Windy City's dark history with Chicago Crime Tours. This 1.5 to 2-hour experience takes you to infamous crime scenes like the Biograph Theatre, Clark Street Bridge, and Holy Name Cathedral, featuring gripping tales of Al Capone, John Dillinger, Thomas "Terrible Tommy" O'Connor, and more—all from the comfort of a climate-controlled sightseeing bus.

Step aboard a climate-controlled luxury bus and journey through Chicago’s gritty past on an immersive Crime and Mob Tour. Explore historic neighborhoods with multiple stops for photo opportunities and enjoy interactive live commentary, a crime quiz, and rare historic video footage.

## What's Included

- Guided tour aboard a climate-controlled luxury bus
- Multiple stops at historic gangster sites for photos
- Interactive live commentary and crime quiz
- Rare historic video footage
- Souvenir pamphlet with photos and facts

## What's Not Included

- Food and drinks (not allowed on the bus)
- Restroom facilities on the bus

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## Ticket Options

- **Chicago Crime Tour** — $37.33 (regularly $42.00, save $4.67)
  Discover Chicago's infamous past on the 1.5 hour Chicago Crime Tour. Explore crime scenes tied to Al Capone, John Dillinger, and more while visiting landmarks like the Biograph Theater and Holy Name Cathedral. Tour iconic neighborhoods, rain or shine, on this unforgettable journey!
  - All Ages (7+ yrs)

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## Good to Know

* Tour duration is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
* Meet your guide at 163 E. Pearson, on the Southeast Side of Michigan Ave and Pearson St.
* Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled tour departure time.
* Tour is recommended for children ages 10 and up.
* Wear weather-appropriate attire and comfortable walking shoes.
* No food and drinks allowed.
* No restrooms available on the bus or restroom breaks. Please plan accordingly.
* The tour includes walking up to a city block at stops; some stops have stairs, including 4 steps to board or exit the bus.
* General seating is on a first-come-first-served basis; joint seating is not guaranteed.
* Paid parking is available nearby, including Water Tower Place (accessible from Chestnut Street).
* Tours may be canceled due to weather and safety conditions; rescheduling options apply.
* The bus and some stops are not wheelchair accessible due to stairs; however, storage for folding wheelchairs and strollers is available.
* Guests should use the bathroom before the tour starts as there are no bathrooms on the bus.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts and ends outside 163 E. Pearson St. (SE corner of Pearson and Michigan Ave.). The Chicago Crime Tour bus is red and yellow.

### How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 1.5-2 hours, subject to traffic and weather conditions.

### How early should I arrive?

Arrive at least 15 minutes early to check in with the tour guide. Names are on the guest list.

### Is there nearby parking?

Paid parking is available in nearby public garages, including Water Tower Place. Water Tower Place parking is accessible from Chestnut Street. Standard rates apply.

### Is this tour kid friendly?

All ages are welcome, but the tour is recommended for ages 10 and above.

### How will we be seated?

General seating is on a first-come-first-served basis. Joint seating is not guaranteed.

### What places will we visit?

They visit places of criminal historical significance in the Magnificent Mile, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, River North & Loop neighborhoods.

### Will we see actual physical crime scene locations?

Most of the crime scene locations still have an existing structure or building.

### Do we get off the bus?

Yes, the tour includes multiple stops to experience historic gangster sites, with walking up to a city block. Please note that stops depend on traffic, weather, and time and there are stairs, including 4 steps to board or exit the bus.

### What should I wear?

Guests should dress in weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.

### Are the tours wheelchair accessible?

All are invited to join the tour and there is storage for folding wheelchairs and strollers. However, please note that the bus has 4 stairs and some of the stops off the bus include stairs.

### Are restrooms available?

Please use the bathroom before the tour starts. There are no bathrooms on the bus.

### Does the weather affect the tour?

Tours may be canceled due to weather and safety conditions. Rescheduling options apply.

## Reviews

> Chicago Crime Tours is interesting and entertaining with a great mix of on the bus touring and off the bus experiences. Our guide, Mitch, was fantastic.
> — Amy Wallace

> "Great tour?"
> — Pamela Walsh, May 2021

> "Crime"
> — Barb Teats, October 2017

> "Knowledgeable guide"
> — Kristine Price, October 2016