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 To Expect
Prairie Avenue Historic District
Historic Victorian district and site of Fort Dearborn Massacre
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
United States Postal Service
The site of the former Murder Castle, workers at this unassuming post office have gotten more than they bargained for with the spirits of H.H. Holmes’ restless victims.
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jackson Park’s Japanese Garden
Perfect spot for pictures as you learn the ghost stories of Jackson Park and the 1893 World’s Fair
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jackson Park
The former World’s Fairgrounds of 1893
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Union Stockyard Gate
A consequential place of late Nineteenth Century history, discover the historic place where Upton Sinclair based his groundbreaking work, “The Jungle”.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Museum of Science and Industry
Hear the ghost stories of the last remaining building from the 1893 World’s Fair
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
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
Max group – 15
