Chicago Gangsters and Movies Tour
Magnifico Tours
5.0
MartuCebollero
5 days ago
Great experience! Very knowledgeable, we learnt so many facts about movies and crime throughout Chicago history. Slow paced so you can enjoy each spot.
Mobsters and Movies takes you through the real haunts of Capone, Dillinger, and The Outfit—then shows you how the very same streets turned into movie magic. Walk the same corners seen in 'The Untouchables' and 'Public Enemies,' and hear how Chicago wrote the script for American gangster history. This isn’t just another sightseeing tour—it’s a front-row seat to crime, cinema, and the city that made them both. Your guides aren’t just storytellers—they’re trained true crime historians, film buffs, and Chicago insiders who bring every scene to life. Step inside exclusive interiors where real mobsters plotted and Hollywood crews once brought the Windy City to the Silver Screen. We take you deeper into the story than any other tour can. Expect vivid tales, insider trivia, and behind-the-scenes stories that make Chicago’s gangster past feel as real as the movies it inspired.
Departure Point
- Corner of State Street and Wacker Drive. Your host will be standing in front of Chase Bank.
- We end at the Chicago Cultural Center. 5 minute walk to the starting point of the tour, and near landmarks like the Bean, Millennium Park, and the Chicago Riverwalk.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: 238 N State St238 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60601The Chicago Riverwalk is one of Chicago's most famous and filmed landmarks. Hear you will explore a few mob stories and movie locations that still stand along the famous riverwalk.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: River NorthChicago, IllinoisDiscover underground tunnels used by the Chicago Outfit, and visit where John Dillinger saw his girlfriend for the very last time. Movie locations will include 'The Dark Knight' and 'The Fugitive.' Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Picasso50 W Washington St, Richard J. Daley Plaza Civic Center, Chicago, IllinoisThis icon of the city is also the filming location for some of Chicago's most famous movies. We will revisit those scenes from 'The Fugitive,' 'The Blues Brothers,' and 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' as we also explore true crime legends that have lurked in this corridor of power. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Rookery Building209 S La Salle St, , Chicago, IllinoisChicago's business district is also the backdrop for some of the most exciting Chicago movie scenes, ranging from 'The Dark Knight' to 'The Untouchables.' We will see beautiful architectural interiors as we uncover famous Chicago mob characters along the way. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: The Art Institute of Chicago111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IllinoisWe will talk about the history of the Art Institute and Chicago's cultural mile as it relates to some of the most famous crimes in Chicago history. We will also talk about how to make the most out of a visit to the Art Institute to visit art pieces used in famous movies. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: The Chicago Theatre175 N State St, , Chicago, IllinoisThis city landmark has rich Al Capone history, as well as the filming location for countless live music and comedy albums. As a filming location it has also captured audiences in 'Public Enemies,' and 'The Dark Knight.' Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Chicago Cultural Center78 E Washington St, , Chicago, IllinoisWe end the tour at the filming location of the climactic scene for 'The Untouchables,' a perfect blend of Mobsters and Movies. We visit the architectural wonders inside the former Chicago Public Library, including the largest Tiffany glass dome in the world, and other art exhibits. Duration: 10 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a walking tour—no vehicles are provided. The route is fully accessible, and we welcome all guests who can comfortably join at a walking pace.
- Souvenir Photos
- Tip/Gratuity for Tour Guide
Mobsters and Movies takes you through the real haunts of Capone, Dillinger, and The Outfit—then shows you how the very same streets turned into movie magic. Walk the same corners seen in 'The Untouchables' and 'Public Enemies,' and hear how Chicago wrote the script for American gangster history. This isn’t just another sightseeing tour—it’s a front-row seat to crime, cinema, and the city that made them both. Your guides aren’t just storytellers—they’re trained true crime historians, film buffs, and Chicago insiders who bring every scene to life. Step inside exclusive interiors where real mobsters plotted and Hollywood crews once brought the Windy City to the Silver Screen. We take you deeper into the story than any other tour can. Expect vivid tales, insider trivia, and behind-the-scenes stories that make Chicago’s gangster past feel as real as the movies it inspired.
Departure Point
- Corner of State Street and Wacker Drive. Your host will be standing in front of Chase Bank.
- We end at the Chicago Cultural Center. 5 minute walk to the starting point of the tour, and near landmarks like the Bean, Millennium Park, and the Chicago Riverwalk.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: 238 N State St238 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60601The Chicago Riverwalk is one of Chicago's most famous and filmed landmarks. Hear you will explore a few mob stories and movie locations that still stand along the famous riverwalk.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: River NorthChicago, IllinoisDiscover underground tunnels used by the Chicago Outfit, and visit where John Dillinger saw his girlfriend for the very last time. Movie locations will include 'The Dark Knight' and 'The Fugitive.' Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Picasso50 W Washington St, Richard J. Daley Plaza Civic Center, Chicago, IllinoisThis icon of the city is also the filming location for some of Chicago's most famous movies. We will revisit those scenes from 'The Fugitive,' 'The Blues Brothers,' and 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' as we also explore true crime legends that have lurked in this corridor of power. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Rookery Building209 S La Salle St, , Chicago, IllinoisChicago's business district is also the backdrop for some of the most exciting Chicago movie scenes, ranging from 'The Dark Knight' to 'The Untouchables.' We will see beautiful architectural interiors as we uncover famous Chicago mob characters along the way. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: The Art Institute of Chicago111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IllinoisWe will talk about the history of the Art Institute and Chicago's cultural mile as it relates to some of the most famous crimes in Chicago history. We will also talk about how to make the most out of a visit to the Art Institute to visit art pieces used in famous movies. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: The Chicago Theatre175 N State St, , Chicago, IllinoisThis city landmark has rich Al Capone history, as well as the filming location for countless live music and comedy albums. As a filming location it has also captured audiences in 'Public Enemies,' and 'The Dark Knight.' Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Chicago Cultural Center78 E Washington St, , Chicago, IllinoisWe end the tour at the filming location of the climactic scene for 'The Untouchables,' a perfect blend of Mobsters and Movies. We visit the architectural wonders inside the former Chicago Public Library, including the largest Tiffany glass dome in the world, and other art exhibits. Duration: 10 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a walking tour—no vehicles are provided. The route is fully accessible, and we welcome all guests who can comfortably join at a walking pace.
- Souvenir Photos
- Tip/Gratuity for Tour Guide
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MartuCebollero
Great experience! Very knowledgeable, we learnt so many facts about movies and crime throughout Chicago history. Slow paced so you can enjoy each spot.
mauriciopB4553VP
We had a wonderful afternoon. Super fun with plenty of gangster stories mixed with very interesting places. I highly recommend this experience.
X5244KUmichellem
I have taken many tours in Chicago but this was the best one! We were the only ones on our tour and Andre made sure to keep us entertained and even showed us some
extra things. We had a great time and would recommend this trip to anyone!
ahmedaI8988RF
Awesome tour! The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about everything like movies, history and architecture. You could tell they really love the city and gave a lot of great advice and tips!
H2582RBkh
Fun walking tour to learn about city history and what makes Chicago unique.! Got to see the Chicago underground and learn historical facts about the city.