What is the Great Lake County Ghost Adventure?

It’s a 7-hour guided bus tour exploring Lake County’s most haunted locations. Led by veteran paranormal researchers, you’ll visit cemeteries, historic sites, and haunted landmarks, with a lunch stop at an actively haunted pub. Transportation and soft drinks are included.

Where does the ghost tour start and end?

We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.

What haunted places will we visit?

Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.

The tour is hosted by expert guides Tony Szabelski and Scott Markus, both veteran paranormal investigators and Chicago ghostlore historians. The experience was created by Ursula Bielski, a respected figure in local ghost history.

What should I bring on the tour?

We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tour time. We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.

Is lunch included in the price?

Yes. Lunch with soft drinks is included at an actively haunted pub along the route. There’s also a cash bar available for those who wish to purchase alcoholic beverages.

What age group can join the tour?

The minimum age for participants is 13 years old due to the spooky nature of the stories and some mature themes in the ghost lore.

How difficult is the tour physically?

The tour lasts about 7 hours, making it one of the longest ghost tours in Illinois. It includes multiple stops, travel time on a luxury coach, and a lunch break at a haunted restaurant.

Are photos or recordings allowed?

Absolutely. Guests are encouraged to bring cameras and recording devices — many participants capture unexplained images and sounds at the haunted stops.

When does the tour take place?

The Great Lake County Ghost Adventure typically runs on Fridays and select weekends at 10 a.m. It’s best to check current availability before booking.

Why choose this tour over others?

This tour stands out for its authentic storytelling, expert guides, and rare access to legendary haunted sites across northern Illinois. It combines history, folklore, and hands-on paranormal investigation in one immersive experience.

The Great Lake County Ghost Adventure Bus Tour

Led by veteran paranormal researchers, this tour is a 7-hour paranormal adventure, where you'll explore cemeteries, historic sites and more and lunch at a haunted establishment. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather, as we have numerous stops outdoors with some walking involved. Lunch included with soft drinks. Cash bar available at lunch stop. Bring your cameras and ghost hunting tools if you have them, or try out ours!

Includes full 7-hour tour with transportation and lunch. Cash bar at lunch stop.

What is the Great Lake County Ghost Adventure?

It’s a 7-hour guided bus tour exploring Lake County’s most haunted locations. Led by veteran paranormal researchers, you’ll visit cemeteries, historic sites, and haunted landmarks, with a lunch stop at an actively haunted pub. Transportation and soft drinks are included.
Where does the ghost tour start and end?

We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.
What haunted places will we visit?

Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.
Who leads the tour?

The tour is hosted by expert guides Tony Szabelski and Scott Markus, both veteran paranormal investigators and Chicago ghostlore historians. The experience was created by Ursula Bielski, a respected figure in local ghost history.
What should I bring on the tour?

We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tour time. We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.
Is lunch included in the price?

Yes. Lunch with soft drinks is included at an actively haunted pub along the route. There’s also a cash bar available for those who wish to purchase alcoholic beverages.
What age group can join the tour?

The minimum age for participants is 13 years old due to the spooky nature of the stories and some mature themes in the ghost lore.
How difficult is the tour physically?

The tour lasts about 7 hours, making it one of the longest ghost tours in Illinois. It includes multiple stops, travel time on a luxury coach, and a lunch break at a haunted restaurant.
Are photos or recordings allowed?

Absolutely. Guests are encouraged to bring cameras and recording devices — many participants capture unexplained images and sounds at the haunted stops.
When does the tour take place?

The Great Lake County Ghost Adventure typically runs on Fridays and select weekends at 10 a.m. It’s best to check current availability before booking.
Why choose this tour over others?

This tour stands out for its authentic storytelling, expert guides, and rare access to legendary haunted sites across northern Illinois. It combines history, folklore, and hands-on paranormal investigation in one immersive experience.