Ghosts of Chicago: Haunted Lincoln Park Walking Tour & Escape Game
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.
Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English
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.
Storyline
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...
Experience's route
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, USAPlaces you will visit
10
It will take you
65-95 mins
You will walk
3550 steps
Total distance
2.7 km
Places to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago History Museum
- Best at night
- Best for couples
- Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
- Use the phone flashlight for clues if needed
Get the Questo app and you’re all set
Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.
Ratings and Reviews
164 ratings
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Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English