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Ghosts of New York Walking Tour

New York City, USAby Best Tours New York

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, French, Spanish

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Overview

Experience the spine-tingling thrills of a night traversing the Big Apple’s spookier streets on a tour of New York's haunted streets. During your fully narrated tour, discover the rich history of West Village and Greenwich Village haunts, including Hangman’s Tree and the New York residence where Edgar Allan Poe penned and published some of his most famous works. You may even encounter local ghosts gliding through their favorite former haunts! Full narration provides the historical context for the city’s scary stories. IMPORTANT - Please provide an active contact telephone number to ensure your guide can reach you if necessary. - Punctuality is crucial. To respect your tour guide and fellow customers time, it is essential that the tour concludes on time. If a group is especially enjoying a location or moving slowly, the guide will adjust the itinerary to fit the schedule. We strive to ensure you have a fantastic experience without missing any content.

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Washington Square Park

    15 min

    Potter's Field

  2. 2

    Washington Square Park

    15 min

    Hangman's tree

  3. 3

    Washington Square Park

    15 min

    Ghost of a Dog

  4. 4

    West Village

    15 min

    Home of Anne Lynch Botta

  5. 5

    West Village

    15 min

    Gay Street

  6. 6

    The Northern Dispensary

    15 min

    Edgar Allan Poe

  7. 7

    Barrow Street Theatre

    15 min

    Theodosia Burr

  8. 8

    75 1/2 Bedford Street

    15 min

    Chumley's

  9. 9

    Hudson Street

    15 min

    Trivia Contest It's the story about White Horse Tavern

  10. 10

    Stop 10

    15 min

    Waverly Inn

  11. 11

    Stop 11

    15 min

    Who is E.C. Bullock?

  12. 12

    Stop 12

    15 min

    The House of Death

Meeting and pickup

Meet underneath the Washington Square Arch in Washington Square Park, located at the intersection of Washington Square North and 5th Avenue, close to the statue of President George Washington.

End point

Three blocks from meeting point

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour involves a good amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Tours run rain or shine; please dress appropriately
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  • Due to the nature of the tastings, this experience is not suitable for travelers with food allergies or dietary restrictions.
  • Due to the nature of the tastings, this experience is not suitable for travelers with food allergies or dietary restrictions.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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