• About 4 hours. It’s a relaxed ride with a frequent stops for photos, stories, and a stretch or two.

  • The tour begins and ends near DePaul University’s Lincoln Park campus in Chicago. You’ll get the exact meeting spot after you book.

  • You’ll visit key places from Pope Leo’s early life in Chicago, such as:

    • His birthplace

    • His childhood home

    • His favorite pizza place

    • 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.

  • 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 are no restrooms on the bus, but there is one restroom break halfway through the tour. Please use the restroom before checking in at the bus.

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

  • Seating is general admission and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Joint seating is not guaranteed. 

  • Please check in 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time. The bus departs on time, and guests may not join the tour after the bus departs. 

  • Tour guides appreciate a gratuity for a job well done. Recommended $5/person (or more) gratuity for the tour guide via cash or Venmo.

  • Audio and video recording and services are not permitted without the express written consent of Chicago Pope Tours LLC.