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Embers of the Windy City: Chilling Chicago Ghost Tours

Guided walking ghost tour in Lincoln Park covering a historic burial ground, Lion House hauntings, and Al Capone

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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 1 hour
Service animals welcome

On this ghost tour, presented by US Ghost Adventures and run by Windy City Ghosts, you will explore the darker side of Chicago’s North Side. The walk brings the city’s violent and mysterious past into view, taking you beneath the surface of what seem like ordinary streets and neighbourhoods. Along the way, you will hear stories about gangsters, bootleggers, bank robbers and the era of jazz babies.

The tour moves through Lincoln Park and explains the forgotten burial ground that lies beneath the area. You will be taken to the Lion House at the Lincoln Park Zoo and told about reports of a Victorian woman in white who is said to appear in the bathroom mirrors. As you move through other carefully chosen stops, you will learn about the strange and disturbing tales tied to each place, including the spirit that is said to have haunted Al Capone to the end of his days. The focus is on the stories and history that shaped this part of Chicago.

Why Visit

  • Walking ghost tour presented by US Ghost Adventures
  • Lincoln Park route revealing forgotten burial ground beneath the neighborhood
  • Lion House bathroom mirrors lore about a Victorian woman in white
  • Era storytelling featuring gangsters, bootleggers, bank robbers, and jazz babies

What's included

  • Documented hauntings and paranormal activity
  • Professional and courteous guides
  • Intensely researched true historical stories

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Dinner
    • Motorised transport

    Accessibility

    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Accessible to strollers
    • Service animals welcome
    • Public transit links nearby

    Tour available in your selected language

    English

    Additional information

    Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by Windy City Ghosts By US Ghost Adventures

    Location

    Departure point

    601 W Webster Ave, W Webster Ave 601, Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL, 60614
    All Ghost Tours meet at the Tin Man statue in Oz Park, 601 W Webster St, Chicago. Your guide will be wearing a black US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes early.

    End point

    601 W Webster Ave, W Webster Ave 601, Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL, 60614

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