Chicago’s Ragtime & Jazz Eras: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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45 minutes to 1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

See Chicago through the eyes of Al Capone and the Everleigh Sisters at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Walk in the footsteps of the gangsters, bootleggers, hoodlums, gunmen, and crooked cops and politicians who made up what was known as the “Chicago Outfit”
• Hear from producer Richard Junger, an urban historian, professor and author passionate about Chicago
• Do it all in 45 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smarphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour (approximately)
  • Chicago (Pass by)

    The tour takes place in Chicago and sheds light on the city's ragtime and jazz eras.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour takes place in Chicago's Motor Row district. The district was built between 1905 and 1936 by a number of notable architects.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour takes place in Chicago's Prairie district. It was the site of the Battle of Fort Dearborn and became the city's most fashionable residential district after the Great Chicago Fire.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes by The Four Deuces. You'll hear about The Four Deuces while you walk.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Virtual Experiences
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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