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Chicago Gangster History Walking Tour of River North

4 Reviews 4.75 out of 5 stars Based on 4 reviews collected by Key West Private Charters and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Chicago, USA
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Go beyond Capone. An expert guides uncovers the Beer Wars, the ambushes, and the brutal rivalries on these exact streets.

What's Included

  • Planned Route: A curated, 2 hour path through major landmarks.
  • Professional Guide: A local guide to provide history and context.
  • Gratuities for your guide (appreciated but not required)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Old Chicago Water Tower District
Chicago, IL 60611, USA

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End point

33 West Kinzie Street
Chicago, IL 60654, USA

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Historic Water Tower

One of the only structures to survive the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, this limestone landmark marks the heart of what would become the most contested and bloodiest turf in Prohibition-era Chicago.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Holy Name Cathedral

This stunning Catholic cathedral, dedicated in 1875, still bears physical evidence of a 1926 machine gun ambush that cut down one of Al Capone's most feared rivals just steps from its entrance.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Richard H. Driehaus Museum

This Gilded Age mansion illustrates the extraordinary legitimate wealth flowing through River North — a sharp contrast to the illegal fortunes being made on the very same streets.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chicago's North Shore

Former Location of the Celano Tailor Shop What appeared to be an ordinary tailor shop served as a key meeting point for Outfit members, where the line between legitimate business and organized crime quietly disappeared.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chicago Gangster History Walking Tour of River North?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Planned Route: A curated, 2 hour path through major landmarks.
  • Professional Guide: A local guide to provide history and context.
  • Gratuities for your guide (appreciated but not required)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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