Ghosts of Chicago: Haunted Lincoln Park Walking Tour & Escape Game
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⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 10 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Chicago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
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Places you will visit
10
It will take you
65-95 mins
You will walk
3550 steps
Total distance
2.7 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USAFinish point Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool
Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, 125 W Fullerton Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614, USAAbout this quest
Explore the eerie history of Chicago with this spine-chilling walking tour and escape game.
Visit the Couch Tomb Mausoleum, the last remaining gravesite in Lincoln Park, and stop by the Chicago History Museum to uncover dark tales of cholera victims, Civil War soldiers, and forgotten paupers buried beneath the park. Encounter restless spirits and grave-robbing ghouls as you piece together the city’s haunted past.
In this terrifying adventure, you’ve made the mistake of agreeing to meet your mysterious date in Lincoln Park on All Hallows Eve. What seemed like an innocent night out has quickly turned into a nightmare, as you uncover long-buried secrets and face unsettling encounters.
Perfect for thrill-seekers, history lovers, and ghost story fans, this self-guided tour lets you discover Chicago’s haunted past while solving puzzles and escaping the city’s ghostly legends.
Highlights
Play the game until 5pm
Stop by the Chicago History Museum.
Visit the Couch Tomb Mausoleum, the only surviving gravesite in Lincoln Park.
Learn about the Cholera victims, Civil War soldiers, and paupers still buried beneath the park.
Have spooky encounters with restless ghosts and grave-robbing ghouls.
The mission: Your story in Chicago
First, it was far too soon after your breakup. Worse, your new date looked so much like your ex: stark cheekbones, white teeth, and arctic blue eyes.
Lastly, the place and time you two agreed to meet; the south of Lincoln Park, on All Hallows Eve...
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago History Museum
Good to know before you play
- Best at night
- Best for couples
- Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
- Use the phone flashlight for clues if needed
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Ratings and Reviews
173 ratings
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
