Chicago River Ghosts and Gangsters Kayak Tour
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Chicago River Ghosts and Gangsters Kayak Tour
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Chicago River Ghosts and Gangsters Kayak Tour

2h30
About this activity
Cruise through downtown Chicago on an evening kayak tour. Make your way to the East Bank Club river walk in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, where you'll slip on a life vest and practice paddling techniques before hopping into a single or double kayak, depending on your skill level. After launching into the tranquil evening waters, follow your guide through the downtown segment of the Chicago River, which borders city skyscrapers like Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower). As you paddle, listen to sordid stories about the Windy City, coined ‘hustler town’ by author Nelson Algren, who wrote Chicago: City on the Make. Discover how the railroad boom of the mid-1800s led to an explosive growth of business that gave birth to the city’s gritty side. Check out the river’s supposedly haunted spots, hear about Chicago's first crime lord, and learn how criminal empire gangsters like James 'Big Jim' Colosimo, Johnny 'Papa Johnny' Torrio, and Al Capone contributed to Chicago’s infamous violence and mayhem. Your tour ends when you return to the starting point.
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Included
  • Professional guide
  • All required equipment: kayak, life vest, paddle
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Maximum passenger weight for kayaking is 275 lbs (125 kg)
  • Please try to avoid wearing cotton clothing, as it gets very heavy if it gets wet
  • This kayak tour is considered PG-13
  • Alcohol is not permitted
Features
Tourism
85%
Aquatic
75%
Adrenaline
65%
Cultural
65%
Reviews
5.0
3
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Kristine V
5 | 2017-08-07

What a great experience. The tour was interesting and the kayaking was so much fun.

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