Ghost Walk · Chicago, Illinois

Prairie Avenue Ghost Hunt

Duration

1+ Hours

Min Age

13+

Departs

Thursdays at 8pm

Meeting Point

Glessner House

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Meet the ghosts of the Gilded Age: Marshall Field, George Pullman, Philip Armour, and many more who used to live in what was the most desirable address in the city before the fire, known as Millionaire's Row. Many of the incredible homes are still standing and the spirits linger, waiting to divulge their secrets on a haunted history tour and ghost investigation in one of Chicago's most prestigious places.

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Guide

Expert Paranormal Guide

Departs

Thursdays at 8pm

Difficulty

Easy/moderate walking

Price

$40.91 / adult

The Prairie Avenue Ghost Hunt was founded by Ursula Bielski, famed Chicago ghostlore historian who started doing Chicago ghost tours over twenty years ago to show tourists and locals alike the amazing history and ghost stories of the Windy City as well as carry on the tradition of haunted history tourism pioneer, Richard Crowe.

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Tour Highlights

▸Chicago's original Millionaire's Row ghost tour - meet the ghosts of the Gilded Age. Marshall Field, George Pullman, Philip Armour, and many more used to live in this amazing area, the most desirable address in the city before the fire.
▸Many of the incredible homes are still standing and the spirits linger, waiting to divulge their secrets in a haunted history tour and ghost investigation in one of Chicago's most prestigious places.
▸You are the ghost hunter. Learn techniques of modern paranormal investigation as you uncover supernatural tales with your expert guide.

Itinerary

Meet your guide at Glessner House — In front of The Glessner House, 1800 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616.

1
Widow Clarke House
Learn the story of the oldest house in Chicago and get an idea of what life was like before the Civil War and who might still be sticking around since then.
2
Glessner House
A National Historic Landmark, does this famous architect still roam the halls of his masterpiece?
3
Marshall Field Jr. Mansion
Uncover the mysteries surrounding the demise of Marshall Field Jr. (named after his father, founder of the department store chain) and the ghosts that might remain from when this was a psychiatric hospital.
4
And much much more...

Important Info

▸There is some metered parking near the Glessner House, but most of it is residential so we recommend using this Spothero link to find parking and give yourself plenty of time.
▸This tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain, so please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
▸The tour route is wheelchair-accessible, just let us know if you plan on using one, so we can adjust the route appropriately for your comfort
▸Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. But we will reschedule you if you have an emergency, we love ghosts, not monsters!
▸Service animals are welcome but for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home.

Meeting Point

In front of The Glessner House (1800 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616)

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you go inside any of the haunted buildings?+

We focus on building exteriors and outdoor spaces. Businesses and public places are open for you to visit during regular business hours. Otherwise we respect the privacy of individuals and organizations and expect that our guests do the same.

Do guests really see ghosts on this tour?+

We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.

Can I bring my pet?+

Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.

Is this ghost tour kid-appropriate?+

While our tours do not contain anything too graphic or inappropriate, we find that kids that enjoy history have the best time. You know your children and that's left up to you. We do not recommend bringing children in strollers because sometimes that can be difficult with larger walking groups.

What if I'm late or cannot find my guide?+

We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tourtime. We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.

What is your cancellation policy?+

Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. If we cancel the tour because of weather or another event, we offer a full refund. We will do our best to accommodate rescheduling requests, but cannot guarantee changes because other tours and dates might be sold out. As a courtesy, we offer an add-on called Peek Protect which will refund your tickets if you have an emergency and cancel your reservations at least 24 hours prior to the tour beginning, but we cannot make any adjustments to those reservations, those are ordered through a third-party and any changes will need to be processed through them.