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Prepare to be spooked on a guided tour of our city's most haunted and harrowing sites.

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!

Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

The Wisconsin Dells may be known for fun and games, there's a darker side you'll discover on this after-dark haunted history tour. Climb aboard the vintage trolley for a ride to the most spooky spots in town, like the Spring Grove Cemetery and a restaurant known for its ghost sightings. Get out to explore at each stop, and be sure to check your photos for mysterious orbs and other paranormal signals.

Haunted History Trolley Tour in Wisconsin Dells

1 hour 30 minutes

Step into the shadows and discover the haunting tales of Brew City's past.

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

1 hourFree Cancellation

Shakers Original Historical Ghost Tour

As seen on BBC, NBC, and featured on Netflix’s Dark Tourist, this is one of the most talked-about true crime tours in the world. The Cream City Cannibal Tour explores one of Milwaukee’s most infamous criminal cases—walking through the exact neighborhood where multiple events connected to a notorious serial killer took place. This is not a casual history tour. Through guided storytelling, guests are led through the psychological, cultural, and real-world impact of the case, offering insight into how it unfolded and why it continues to be studied today. The tour has even been referenced in academic settings, including university psychology and criminal justice programs. Expect a deeper, more intense experience—focused on understanding, not sensationalizing. Outdoor tour. Rain or shine. Not recommended for those sensitive to true crime content.

Cream City Jeffery Dahmer Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutes

Find out about Milwaukee’s dark history and most haunted places with this ghost-themed tour. Opting for a private tour means you’ll hear your guide clearly and can ask all the questions you want along the way. Find out about the city’s devastating fires in 1892 and the ghosts that are still believed to haunt the city. Learn about apparitions in a pub’s basement and bathroom mirrors, and visit the city’s most haunted location.

The Ghosts of Milwaukee & the Haunted Third Ward: Private Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Shakers Cigar Bar is housed in a preserved 1894 building with a deeply layered past, including its time as a Prohibition-era speakeasy and brothel. Unlike typical ghost tours that move quickly from stop to stop, this experience is rooted in a location that has carried its stories for over a century. Guests don’t just hear about history—they step into it. The tour blends documented history with firsthand accounts, creating an experience that feels immersive rather than theatrical. The atmosphere of the building itself plays a central role, offering a level of depth and realism that can’t be replicated elsewhere. It’s not just a ghost tour—it’s a chance to experience one of Milwaukee’s most storied spaces from the inside.

Milwaukee Ghost Tour

Use the Built in EMF reader and see if there are spirits nearby. Along the way You will see classic landmarks like the Knight House, the Old Rittenhouse Inn, and the Carnegie Library, hear stories about ghostly innkeepers, toe‑tickling librarians, and a trench‑coated wanderer, like the mysterious “Irene” said to slam doors and stroll the Blue Room at Greunke’s as if check‑out time never came. Go at your own pace, anytime. the tour is on our walking tour app. The app provides a built in EMF reader you can use anytime by clicking the EMF button. The tour never expires. Listen again anytime.

Bayfield’s famous ghosts selfguided audio walk tour w/emf reader

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Madison's original ghost tour. This haunted history walking tour of Madison’s historic Capitol Square will give you a unique perspective on the history of the city. Your guides are expert storytellers who will let you in on the ghost stories, urban legends, and paranormal activity that are sprinkled throughout Madison’s past. This is an outdoor walking tour, so please check the weather before coming and dress accordingly. The tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain. Please wear walking shoes and dress appropriately for walking around outside.

The Original Madison Ghost Walk - Capitol Square

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Bayfield Ghost Walk

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Madison UW Campus Haunted Ghost Tour

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Milwaukee Downtown Ghost Tour - The Shadow of City Hall

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Lake Geneva Ghost Walk

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours

The Original Milwaukee Ghost Walk - Third Ward

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

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