About 2.5 hours, slightly more or less depending on traffic. It’s a relaxed ride with frequent stops for photos, stories, and a stretch or two.

Pickup is at the World Famous Holy Name Cathedral, site of the wedding of Pope Leo’s parents in 1949 and the seat of the Archdiocese of Chicago.

735 N State St, Chicago IL, 60611

While the agenda varies based on traffic and pickup location, you’ll visit key places from Pope Leo’s early life in Chicago, such as:

• His birthplace

• His childhood home

• His childhood church

• The seminary where he studied

We’ll ride in style, hop off for stories, and uncover how a Chicago kid became a global spiritual leader.

While the topic is inherently religious, the tour is historical, cultural, and fun. We visit churches and spiritual spaces, sure, but this tour is more about Pope Leo’s life and Chicago’s rich personality than preaching.

There is no walking component of the tour, though it is a requirement to be able to board a bus

The stories are designed to be interesting, funny, and memorable for all ages.

The bus is covered and climate-controlled. But in cases of severe weather, tours may be postponed.

There may be a restroom on the bus, but this is not guaranteed. Please use the restroom before checking in at the bus.

Eating and drinking are not permitted on the bus. Non-alcoholic beverages and snacks can be consumed off the bus at stops.

Seating is general admission and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The bus will depart on time, and guests may not join the tour after the bus has left the first stop. Please check in 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time. 

While tipping is never required, tour guides appreciate a gratuity for a job well done. Recommended $5 per person gratuity for the tour guide via cash or Venmo.

Audio and video recording is permitted for personal use, but not permitted for commercial use without the express written consent of Chicago Pope Tours LLC.