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

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 cr

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.

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Location: Chicago

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Q: Is there an age limit for this Chicago audio tour? Can kids join?

A: There's no strict age limit for the Chicago’s Ragtime & Jazz Eras tour. It’s a self-guided audio tour, so kids can definitely join if they’re interested! Just keep in mind that the content includes some adult themes related to gangsters and prohibition, which may not be suitable for younger kids. It could be a fun way to introduce teens to some history, though.

Q: What should I wear for the walking tour? Is it a long walk?

A: You can wear whatever's comfortable! The tour is self-paced, so it's best to wear comfy shoes since you'll be walking around some city streets. The whole thing could take around 45 minutes, but if you stop to explore, it could go longer. Just check the weather beforehand—Chicago can be unpredictable!

Q: What if it rains on the day of my tour? Can I reschedule?

A: Good news! Since this is a self-guided audio tour, you can easily do it whenever you want. If it rains, just save your ticket and go on a sunny day. Plus, you have unlimited access before and after your booking date, so you can plan it around the weather! Just keep an eye on the forecast.

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Just did the Chicago Ragtime & Jazz tour—so much fun!

I recently took the self-guided audio tour of Chicago’s Ragtime & Jazz Eras, and it was a blast! I loved hearing stories about Al Capone and the Everleigh Sisters while strolling through the city. The app was super easy to use, and I ended up taking about 1.5 hours because I lingered at the stops. Plus, it’s such a good value for free! Highly recommend for anyone looking to explore some cool history in Chicago.

Thinking of getting this tour as a gift. Thoughts?

I’m considering gifting the Chicago Ragtime & Jazz tour to my parents. They love history and music, but I’m worried they might not like the whole self-guided thing. Do you think it’s worth it? Any tips for making it more fun?