The Original Chicago Hauntings Ghost Tour

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The Original Chicago Hauntings Ghost Tour

$54 per person

3 hour, fully-narrated, haunted history tour of Chicago by luxury coach, with several stops off the bus.

*includes all taxes and fees


Ghost Tour

Duration

3 Hours

Ghost Tour

Meeting Point

520 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

Ghost Tour

Minimum Age

13+

Check-Out Availability

Get ready to embark on Chicago's most acclaimed paranormal experience! Now in its 24th year, our Original Chicago Hauntings Ghost Tour Bus takes you to the city's most actively haunted places, including the location of the tragic Eastland disaster, "death alley" where Iroquois Theater Fire happened, and the site of the most notorious gangland execution in history, The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. You'll also discover where Chicago’s most famous ghost met her demise, “Resurrection Mary.”

Learn strange stories of the Hancock Building, one of the inspirations behind “Ghostbusters,” and the infamous Hull House, perhaps one of the inspirations for “Rosemary’s Baby.”

Join us for a 3-hour, fully-narrated, luxury coach bus tour of Chicago's most haunted spots, and step off the bus to experience some of these spooky sites firsthand.


What To Expect

A woman is standing in front of a wall with a painting of a hand holding a snake

See one of your tour guides tell a story to CBS 2 in Chicago

Why Choose American Ghost Walks?

The Original Chicago Hauntings Ghost Bus Tour 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.

Ghost Tour

Expert Paranormal Guide

Ghost Tour

Saturdays at 7pm

Ghost Tour

Easy/Moderate

Ghost Tour

$54 Per Person

Important Info


  • We recommend using SpotHero to save you time near the Congress Plaza Hotel. 
  • The tour group meets in the Congress Lounge bar inside the hotel.
  • Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. But we will reschedule you if you have an emergency.
  • Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.
  • The bus is not wheelchair-friendly, please check our walking tours as an alternative.
A man wearing a mask is looking at a cell phone

Using an EMF meter on a Chicago Hauntings Ghost Tour

A group of people are standing outside of a building

Telling Ghost Stories in Chicago at Jane Addams Hull House

A group of people standing in front of a building that says ' memorial ' on it

Outside The Couch Tomb at Lincoln Park Chicago

Enjoying haunted tales of the Windy City

On The Chicago Hauntings Ghost Bus

Ghost Hunting with Dowsing Rods in Chicago

Ghost Hunting in Death Alley at the Nederlander Theatre in Chicago

At The Scene of the Iriqouis Theatre Fire Chicago

Chicago In The Alley Biograph Theatre John Dillinger

Using an EMF meter on a Chicago Hauntings Ghost Tour

Telling Ghost Stories in Chicago at Jane Addams Hull House

Reviews

  • Do you go inside any of the haunted buildings?

    On this tour, 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 tour time.  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. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have the courage to join?

Explore haunted locations and hear chilling tales. Face your fears and uncover dark secrets. Join us, if you dare!

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Take this 3-hour, fully-narrated haunted history tour of Chicago’s ghosts by luxury coach, with several stops off the bus at some of Chicago’s most haunted locations. From $54 per person. Saturdays at 7pm.

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