Top North America Crime Tours - page 5

With this small-group walking tour, you can uncover the highlights of Old Town San Diego without putting in the hours of research time. Instead, follow a guide around the city, and stop off at interesting places—such as Heritage Country Park, El Campo Santo Cemetery, and Casa de Carillo—with stories, humor, and fun facts from your guide.

Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Erie Canal aboard an authentic British double decker bus. Our 90 minute tour is all new for this year and allows guests to step back in history and experience how the Erie Canal transformed Buffalo, New York State and the entire country. We begin by viewing the terminus of the Erie Canal with a brief walking tour. Guests will come to understand the plight of the immigrants who traveled thousands of miles to start a new life in America. Once aboard the bus we'll view and visit the beautiful waterfront of Buffalo including Lake Erie and the vistas of the Canadian shoreline. As we travel we'll learn about the rough 'Canal District' that featured over 120 saloons and other 'amusements'. A major highlight is the interior exploration of a massive 26 silo grain elevator along Buffalo's Waterfront. If you enjoy awesome storytelling and local charm, this tour is for you!

It’s certainly possible to explore Nashville’s dark and haunted history with other tours, but not many offer you the chance to ride in a themed open-air hearse. On this small-group tour, ride around town listening to tales of the ghosts of Union Station and learning about the Murder on Music Row and visit haunted spots like Nashville’s oldest cemetary.

Saint Paul is the current capital of Minnesota and was quite the hub for organized crime not too long ago. Discover this thrilling part of the Twin Cities history during a gangster tour by bus. You’ll join a group of history buffs for a ride through the city, spending hours learning about the 1930s Prohibition Era from your funny and informative guide. Venture through South, West, and Central Saint Paul, stopping at sites of payroll robberies, bars where gangsters frequented, and spots where kidnappings took place.

Discover the ghostly history of Galveston, Texas on a nighttime walking tour around town. This adults–only tour takes a look at the city’s red–light district and its history as a place for gambling and drinking. Walk past old brothels, learn about outlaws and pirates, and hunt for ghosts as you explore.

New York’s Little Italy is famous for its old world charm and food. But the neighborhood is also full of lore, especially as the backdrop for some of the most notorious events in American gangster history. Your guide will take you on a walking tour through Little Italy, where you’ll hear about the evolution of organized crime in the area and the rise and fall of figures like John Gotti.

Taste your way around the Federal Hill neighborhood of Providence with a guide to show you around and tell you about a unique side of the city’s history at the same time. Learn about mob bosses, corruption, and illegal gambling that ended in violence. Walk away from the tour with a delicious souvenir to take home with.

Lift the veil on Nashville’s dark history while exploring some of the city’s spookiest watering holes with this haunted pub crawl. Join your guide for an eerie stroll, stopping at the pubs and bars with the most notorious histories. Learn about heinous crimes, unexplained mysteries, and ghosts and spirits that still roam the city as you enjoy drinks along the way.

"Step into the mysterious world of Amelia Island steeped in eerie history and suspense. As night falls we will explore mysterious homes and streets, hear whispers of murders and mysterious deaths and captivating haunts as if these lost, poor souls are stuck in time reliving their experience over and over.that will stay with you long after your visit. Book now for a night of intrigue and unforgetful suspense."

US Ghost Adventures is the leading provider of haunted ghost tours in America — we even own some of the most haunted properties in America, like the Lizzie Borden House! Every tour is hosted by an experienced, knowledgeable local guide. You’ll hear firsthand accounts from people who have witnessed the unexplained — sometimes even a guest’s eerie encounter or the guide’s own!   US Ghost Adventures offers an authentic experience that strives to make sense of the unexplainable. Our ghost tours are based on real-world portrayals of hauntings and well-documented history.

Ready to uncover Madison’s spookiest secrets? Join us for a thrilling and fun walking ghost tour through the city’s most haunted historic spots! Led by expert local guides—Madison’s official haunted history gurus—you’ll hear real, chilling tales of the city’s dark past and the spirits that still roam today. Explore iconic sites and hidden gems on Madison’s #1 guided ghost tours and haunted pub crawls. Experience spine-tingling stories nightly, revealing centuries of wicked history and visits to haunted buildings and bars. Wander haunted streets after dark and discover local legends, from infamous witch trials to scandalous tragedies. Learn why Madison is one of America’s most haunted cities as you stroll through its historic district. Tours cover about a mile of ghostly ground, showcasing authentic tales and deep connections to the eerie past. Get ready for a hair-raising adventure on this captivating journey through Madison’s haunted history!

Skip the usual history tours for this spooky version—an exploration of some of Phoenix’ most haunted and old west crime-ridden pubs and historic buildings. Meet your historian guide just north of downtown Phoenix and visit city underbelly highlights from haunted pubs to seedy hotels—listening to stories about the city’s true-crime reputation along the way.

To make your stay complete in San Francisco, this package includes two essential activities in a single pack. A visit of the most famous prison in the world, discovering its history and walking into the footsteps of Al Capone. Don’t miss the 45-minute audio tour that will immerse you in the atmosphere of the federal penitentiary which brought together the most dangerous criminals of the time. You can then enjoy a one-hour boat cruise in San Francisco Bay which will offer you an exceptional view of the city and its hills, but also other sightseeings such as going underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. Please note, free for children 4 years old and younger and don't need to have a ticket.

Safety Harbor ghost tour led by certified guide and professional paranormal investigator Cynthia Dominick since 2021. Real history. No theatrics. This 90-minute walking tour covers documented true crime, local legends, and paranormal activity at historic landmarks. A hanging tree. A devastating fire. A murder with a dark history. A bank robbery. The city's funeral home past saved for last because some stories deserve a grand finale. Includes exclusive entry into Safety Harbor Resort and Spa lobby. Guests participate in a ghost hunting sampler at the Elf Tree using dowsing rods, spirit box, cat balls, and the flashlight experiment. Since 2021 we have documented consistent unexplained activity at a specific location on this route before, during, and after every tour. We document everything and let guests draw their own conclusions. No costumes. No actors. No scripted performances.

Discover downtown Las Vegas, and learn about the origin and evolution of Las Vegas, on this small-group guided walking tour. Begin where Vegas began—on Fremont Street. Learn about the history of Sin City as you visit the area's highlights, including the Downtown Container Park and the Fremont Street Experience. Plus, discover more about the revitalization of the East Fremont District and its public art.

Dive into the dark history of one of the most iconic streets in Los Angeles with this true crime and ghost stories tour of Sunset Boulevard. Stroll down Sunset Strip while you listen to the tales of gruesome acts committed by gangsters like Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel, Charles Manson, the Wonderland Gang, and the Sunset Killer. Take in haunted landmarks from Chateau Marmont to the Viper Room and learn about their cursed history.

Venture beyond Manhattan in a bus tour that will take you through four of the five New York City boroughs. Get a great overview of the city over the course of half a day–covering this much ground on your own would take far longer. See many of the must-see attractions in the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Brooklyn as you get a more comprehensive understanding of the city’s distinct neighborhoods.

Ready to uncover Knoxville’s chilling secrets? Join us for a thrilling ghost tour through the city’s most haunted and historic spots! Led by expert local guides—Knoxville’s official haunted history gurus—you’ll hear real, hair-raising tales of the city’s dark past and the spirits that linger today. Experience spine-tingling tours offered nightly, year-round, delving into wicked history spanning centuries. Wander through haunted streets after dark, uncovering local legends from infamous witch trials to little-known tragedies. Discover why Knoxville is one of America’s most haunted cities! Your expert guide will bring these eerie stories to life as you visit legendary haunted locations like the Craighead-Jackson House and the Gay Street Bridge. Each step you take through Knoxville’s historic district is packed with spooky lore—feel the energy beneath your feet as you journey through this haunted city!

Are you a fan of The Godfather? Goodfellas? Scarface? The Sopranos? The Untouchables? Casino? Boardwalk Empire? A Bronx Tale? If you love mobster movies, then this is the tour for you! This is the only tour about the "Sin City" years of Newport where you can view all of the historic sites from the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle (minivan). This allows us to explore far more historic sites in less time than a walking tour can! You will relax from the comfort of your seat while you are transported from site-to-site and will learn all about the unique history of each site, it's connections with the mafia, illegal gambling, bootlegging, and prostitution that earned Newport the name "the sin city of the south"! You will also have an opportunity to get out of the vehicle at each tour stop and do some exploring of your own, with your tour guide there to answer any questions you may have.

This tour will talk about the darker side of Salem's history: the reality of the witch trials (both within and out of Salem), the Old Witch Gaol, the old County Jail, and the victims of the Salem witch trials. Your witchcraft-specialized historian will take you on a journey back in time to revisit some of the most tragic moments in the city’s past.

New Orleans may be notorious for its ghost stories, but the city is also home to a host of shocking true crime that's too grisly to make up. On this adults-only evening tour, roam through the lively French Quarter with a guide who shares the gruesome details of crimes ripped straight from headlines and police reports. From the beastly LaLaurie and Trunk murders to the Katrina Cannibal, these tales are not for the faint of heart.

Guests of all ages are welcome to our Ghosts of Austin tour, combining history with hauntings for a fun and family-friendly outing. After an introduction to Austin's haunted past, we'll visit some of Austin's spookiest locales: the Texas State Capitol, The Driskill Hotel and the Texas Governor's Mansion. As we unearth some of their histories, you'll hear about the ghosts, ghouls, apparitions and phantoms that haunt their grounds. Expect an outing that will make your spine tingle!

Uncover Philadelphia’s dark past, and visit some of its most famous landmarks besides, on this macabre, small-group walking tour of Center City. Meet your guide (a college professor or trained historian), and set off to sights ranging from Betsy Ross House and Elfreth’s Alley to Christ Church and beyond. As you go, listen to ghost stories, legends about famous serial killers, and other spooky tales.

The Specters & Sinners Ghost Tour is our Adults-Only Tour in San Diego. It's also the most unique. We use San Diego's haunted locations to tell the lesser-known stories of our Founding Fathers and the hauntings tied to them. If you're looking for an amazing, through-provoking Ghost Tour, this is the tour for you.