Explore Chicago's Haunted History with a Self-Guided Ghost Tour
Discover haunted Chicago at your own pace with the Chicago Haunted Ghost Tour GPS Self-Guided Walking Tour. This immersive experience lets you explore the city's spooky spots whenever it suits you, without the need for a scheduled guide.
Using your phone, you'll be guided through Chicago’s most haunted locations with professional narration, atmospheric music, and turn-by-turn voice directions. Just open the app, enter your experience code, and start your ghostly adventure. You can listen again anytime, as the tour never expires.
Visit iconic sites like the S.S. Eastland Memorial, Chicago City Hall, and the Congress Plaza Hotel, learning about their haunted histories, tragic events, and the spirits that linger. Whether you're a ghost enthusiast or just curious, this tour offers a fun, flexible way to experience Chicago’s eerie past.
Perfect for all physical fitness levels and groups up to 15 people, this private tour is a great way to explore Chicago’s haunted side on your own schedule.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the tour last?
The tour takes approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, depending on your pace.
Can I do this tour alone or with friends?
Yes, it’s a private tour suitable for groups up to 15 people.
Is the tour accessible for everyone?
Absolutely. It’s suitable for all physical fitness levels.
What do I need to participate?
Just your smartphone and the tour app. No tickets or entrance fees are required since all stops are outside.
Can I listen to the tour again later?
Yes, once you purchase the tour, you can listen to it anytime, as it never expires.
What locations does the tour cover?
The tour includes stops at the S.S. Eastland Memorial, Chicago City Hall, Couch Place (Death Alley), Marshall Field’s Wholesale Store, a haunted hotel, the Fine Arts Building, and the Congress Plaza Hotel.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start for a full refund.
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Duration 1 hour – 1 hour 15 min
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Guided experience
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Tour on our walking tour app
- See historic Chicago and its haunted spots
Not included
- No food, drinks, or entrance tickets; this is an outside-only self-guided tour
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Visit the S.S. Eastland Memorial and hear stories of the ship's sinking and the ghosts haunting the site.
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Stop 2
Walk along the river walk, listening to tales of the city and river spirits. You might even catch a ghostly sight or sound.
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Stop 3
Stop outside Chicago City Hall to learn about its hauntings, set to themed music.
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Stop 4
Stroll down Couch Place, known as Death Alley, hearing about a deadly theater fire and the spirits that remain.
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Stop 5
Visit the Marshall Field's Wholesale Store and hear stories of its past uses and hauntings.
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Stop 6
Stop outside a haunted hotel to learn about its ghostly rooms.
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Stop 7
Hear about the dark history of the area.
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Stop 8
Visit the Fine Arts Building and discover its artistic hauntings.
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Stop 9
End at the historic Congress Plaza Hotel, hearing about multiple hauntings there.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the start point
The tour begins at the entrance to the river walk, where you'll start your haunted journey along the river and under the bridges, listening to ghost stories along the way.
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Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start for a full refund.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day prior
- No refund if canceled within 1 day of the tour
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $9.75 per person
- Free cancellation
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