Haunted Chicago Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour
At a glance
Haunted Chicago Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour is a 2h 30m small-group experience in Chicago, USA, operated by Nightly Spirits. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 333 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $35.87 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local guide, Tour escort/host.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 333 travellers
- Small group of up to 12 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 12 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Join this Chicago haunted pub tour which is a combination ghost tour and pub crawl that will take you on a walking tour to explore the fascinating history of Chicago and hear some of its most famous and creepy haunted stories.
A costumed guide will lead tour goers on a 2.5-hour journey, offering glimpses into the past and revealing the stories of long-dead phantoms and specters who still call Chicago home. You'll visit several different bars and have time to enjoy a delicious libation (at own expense) as the guide tells them about all the spooky happenings and great history of this town!
*Tour route and drink stops are subject to availability.
*All guests must be 21+ with Valid ID. Alcohol is not included.
What's included
What's included
- Local guide
- Tour escort/host
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 25m
You'll meet your tour group here to begin stories and grab a drink. Glascott's has been family owned for four generations. The building was originally a meat market, but during Prohibition, it was known as “James Morley Soft Drinks” and operated as a speakeasy. Your costumed guide will tell you all about it!
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Stop 2
Explore the spooky history of Lincoln Park!
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Stop 3
Hear all about the ghost of John Dillinger that haunts the alley beside the theater!
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Stop 4 · 30m
Stop in for a drink and hear about their haunted residents.
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Stop 5 · 25m
Hook and Ladder, and its sister bar Halligan, have a secret doorway connecting them. The owner is a volunteer firefighter, and the decor is in honor of Chicago’s Fire Department. The building that houses Halligan has been a bar for over 100 years! You'll hear all about the bar and its ghostly former owner, John Weiss, when we stop in for a drink.
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Stop 6
Along the tour route, we'll walk by Oz Park. Did you know that one of the most celebrated authors of all time lived about 4 miles from here? L. Frank Baum, author of the beloved Oz books, is the namesake for this quaint park where you can find Dorothy’s Playlot, the Emerald Gardens, and character statues of the books!
The park is open until 11pm, and after nightfall, you might just run into some of its ghostly inhabitants. -
Stop 7
Along our route, we'll pass by Chicago’s first Spirit Lounge, King of Cups. This is a place that definitely appreciates spirits of any variety, with craft cocktails and a few hauntings of its own. They even offer nightly Tarot Card readings!
A few strange happenings have convinced employees that some otherworldly patrons have adopted the gothic bar as their regular watering hole... -
Stop 8
Along our route, we'll stop outside of one of the most famous haunted bars in Chicago and reveal its stories.
The Red Lion opened in 1984, after massive reconstruction, in the former Dirty Dan’s Western Saloon. The place was transformed from a smoke ridden, grimy rat cemetery into a classic English pub. It has multiple spirits that are seemingly tied to the location.
Meeting point
Your tour begins at Glascott's Saloon, 2158 N Halsted. Your guide will meet you INSIDE the bar. Just look for the flapper or gangster at the front end of the bar.
Good to know
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 21 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum of 2 adults to book
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Haunted Chicago Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $35.87 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Local guide; Tour escort/host.
Where does it start?
Your tour begins at Glascott's Saloon, 2158 N Halsted. Your guide will meet you INSIDE the bar. Just look for the flapper or gangster at the front end of the bar.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 333 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Chicago.
