Dark Memphis Walking Tour

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Memphis, USA

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Learn about the haunted history of Memphis on this informative walking tour. Listen as your guide shares stories of famous hauntings and locations known for paranormal activity such as Earnestine and Hazel’s, the Arcade Restaurant, the Green Beetle, and Orpheum Theater. Stop for photos along the route as you delve deep into city’s dark past.

Walking tour with a local guide
Learn about the city's history
Visit locations of famous hauntings
Small groups for personalized service

What's Included

Local taxes
Local guide

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The Broom Closet
552 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103, USA
The Broom Closet 552 S. Main St Memphis near the corner of Main St. and GE Patterson

End point

Orpheum Theatre
203 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103, USA
The tour ends at The Orpheum Theater. Guests can walk back with the guide or continue their evening independently on nearby Beale Street.

Operating hours
.8:00 pm

Itinerary

National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Earnestine & Hazel's

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.5

based on 15 reviews

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Damon was great

Anastasia_V, Sep 2023

Damon was very knowledgeable and it was great to learn more about Memphis history. The weather was great! And we ended at a bar and had a drink with the tour guide!

Memphis history and spirits

Jean_T, May 2023

We really enjoyed our tour with Matt. The history of the area was so interesting, creepy, sometimes sad but left me wanting to hear even more. The energy meters were a great tool to have and made the tour feel more authentic. I

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for the kind words about Matt and our tour. We all work very hard to deliver an exciting and interesting night out in Memphis.

Entertaining

Blanche_C, May 2023

It started on time, background information and highlights of the area created the right atmosphere, guide was pleasant and responsive.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you! We appreciate your great review.

Great walking ghost hunt and tour

Bart_w, Oct 2022

Tonya did a great job and had lots of interesting things to say and do with our group. She brought along a k2, sl2 , and deveining rods so we could do some ghost hunting. It was very fun! Highly recommend

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Thank you for the kind words! We had a great time with you guys on our tour and hope to see you again on your next visit.

Learning

Kevin_S, Aug 2022

Quite informative, things I didn’t know… would like more details… that’s all I gotta say at this time but will consider using your company going to. Memphis….