Chicago: Medieval Torture Museum Ticket & Ghost Hunting Audio Tour

Summary

Chicago’s dark history comes alive with audio tales and ghostly chills

You’ll step into Chicago’s Medieval Torture Museum with an included audio guide and explore hundreds of chilling artifacts at your own pace. Try out the ghost hunting experience using their app — you might even get goosebumps like I did. With all entry fees covered and wheelchair access throughout, it’s an intense but unforgettable way to touch history.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I was weirdly excited (and a little nervous) stepping into the Medieval Torture Museum in Chicago. It’s not every day you willingly walk into a place full of iron masks and racks. The air inside felt heavy — maybe it was the dim lighting or just my imagination running wild after our guide handed me the audio set. There’s this faint old wood smell, mixed with something metallic that made me think of history textbooks, but way more real. You move at your own pace, which I liked because honestly, some displays had me lingering longer than I’d planned.

The audio guide is kind of intense — voices telling stories about each device, sometimes too detailed (I caught myself wincing more than once). At one point, a wax figure looked so lifelike I almost apologized for staring. We tried the ghost hunting app too; I didn’t expect much but when my phone buzzed near a certain corner, Li laughed and said it was probably just bad WiFi — still, goosebumps. There were other visitors around but everyone seemed hushed, almost respectful in a strange way.

I kept thinking about how people actually lived through these things. Our local staff member by the entrance told us some families come just for the “creepy fun,” but for me it felt heavier — like walking through someone else’s nightmares. By the time we left (after one last nervous glance at the executioner display), I felt oddly grateful for daylight outside. Can’t say I’ll forget that visit anytime soon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Medieval Torture Museum and Ghost Hunt

• Enter Medieval Torture Museum
• Explore torture and execution exhibits
• Use audio guide for details
• Experience Ghost Hunting with app

Top questions

Is the Medieval Torture Museum in Chicago wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible and transportation options nearby are also accessible.

Does the ticket include an audio guide?

Yes, your entry includes a fully guided audio experience throughout the museum.

Can children visit the Medieval Torture Museum?

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; under 10s are free with one dedicated adult per child.

What is included in the Ghost Hunting Experience?

You get access to use their ghost hunting app as part of your museum visit.

Are service animals allowed inside?

Yes, service animals are permitted in all areas of the museum.

How big is the Medieval Torture Museum?

The exhibition covers 6000 square feet with hundreds of artifacts and wax figures.

Is public transportation available to reach the museum?

Yes, there are public transportation options available nearby for easy access.

Are there any age restrictions for this tour?

The exhibition isn’t recommended for children under 18 without an adult present.

What’s included

Your ticket covers all fees and taxes for entry to Chicago’s Medieval Torture Museum, plus a fully narrated audio guide and access to their interactive ghost hunting experience using their app. The entire venue is wheelchair accessible and you can take your time exploring before heading out again whenever you’re ready.