Chicago

The Devil in the White City: A Haunting History Tour

Chicago, USA
The Devil in the White City A Haunting History Tour
  • 3 hours
  • Mobile ticket

Overview

Learn about the history and legends surrounding the 1893 Chicago World's Fair and notorious criminal H.H.Holmes on a half-day tour inspired by the popular book ‘The Devil in the White City.’ Explore important locations such as the Prairie Avenue Historic District, Jackson Park, Midway Plaisance Park, and the ‘Murder Castle’ of H.H. Holmes as you learn more about the World's Columbian Exposition and Victorian Chicago.
  • Half-day tour featuring ‘The Devil in the White City’ locations
  • Travel by bus while sightseeing in Chicago
  • Insightful commentary provided by the guide
  • Includes guided tour on foot and by bus

What's Included

  • Restroom on board

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center
      520 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

      The tour meets in the Congress Lounge bar at the Congress Plaza Hotel. The bus departs from the front of the Congress Plaza Hotel on South Michigan Avenue.

    Start time

    02:00 PM

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Prairie Avenue Historic District

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    United States Postal Service

    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Jackson Park's Japanese Garden

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Jackson Park

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Union Stockyard Gate

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Museum of Science and Industry

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 52 travelers
    Operated by Chicago Hauntings

    Cancellation Policy

    This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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      Great tour!
      Koty_M, Jun 2023
      Tony our guide was very knowledgeable and we git to see a good deal of chicago...more than we would have otherwise.
      Great afternoon!
      Carrie_L, Oct 2022
      Tony our tour guide was fantastic! So knowledgeable. I would maybe bill this as more of a history tour with The Devil in the White City elements included. Still, I would definitely do this again. Also there was a little more walking involved than we were lead to believe. Not a problem for us but useful to know if you have mobility limitations. Also our particular bus did not have a washroom and there was no stop for same. I would definitely recommend this tour.
      We had a great time...
      Beth_C, Jul 2022
      We had a great time learning even more tidbits about the 1933 World's Fair and H.H. Holmes. We had a good time!
      This tour brings Chicago's history to life.
      Merle_H, Jul 2022
      Tony the guide !!!! The guide knew his information so well. He spoke with meaning and belief. His ability to tell stories was fascinating. We saw things of Chicago we had never seen before.
      The gilded Age comes back to life
      Susan_L, May 2022
      Tony was an amazing wealth of knowledge! Really brought the story to life. Seeing the area where HH Holmes committed crimes was fascinating.
      Great Tour
      Trish_V, Nov 2021
      Great tour with lots of info. Guide very knowledgeable and enthusiastic! Had so much fun. Highly recommend.
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      -You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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