Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour

Join us on a thrilling walking ghost tour through the eerie streets of Memphis, guided by a local expert who brings haunted history to life with captivating stories. As you walk through the historic district, you'll hear chilling tales of ghostly encounters and the spirits that still linger in some of the city's most iconic buildings. As you stroll by the Mississippi River, you'll be taken back to a time of sinister saloons, haunted theaters, and ghostly hotels. Beneath the lively vibe of Memphis, known for its delicious barbecue and soulful blues, lies a darker history of hauntings and tragedies. This mile-long tour covers some of Memphis's most haunted spots. While we can't enter privately owned buildings, you'll stand on haunted ground at every turn, visiting places like the ghostly Arcade Restaurant and the mysterious John Alexander Austin House. Keep your senses sharp—who knows what spirits may be watching!

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   Stop 1

   8 min

   The Lorraine Motel is infamous as the site where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968. Visitors often report feeling an overwhelming sadness and claim to hear faint echoes of a man’s final words.

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   Stop 2

   7 min

   As Memphis's oldest café, the Arcade Restaurant has been serving meals since 1919. Patrons have reported seeing ghostly figures in the windows and experiencing unexplained cold drafts inside.

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   Stop 3

   8 min

   Once a brothel and speakeasy, Earnestine & Hazel’s is said to be haunted by the spirits of its past clientele. Visitors often hear the jukebox playing on its own and feel an eerie presence in the upstairs rooms.

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   Stop 4

   7 min

   The Green Beetle, the oldest tavern in Memphis, has seen its share of eerie occurrences. Patrons have reported strange noises and shadows moving through the bar late at night.

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   Stop 5

   8 min

   The Pontotoc Hotel, a former hot spot for gamblers and bootleggers, is rumored to be haunted by restless spirits. Some say they’ve seen ghostly apparitions peering from the windows of the long-abandoned building.

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   Stop 6

   7 min

   This historic home, built in 1876, is said to be haunted by its original owner, John Alexander Austin. Passersby often feel a cold breeze or hear mysterious footsteps when walking past the house.

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   Stop 7

   8 min

   The Orpheum Theatre is one of Memphis’s most haunted sites, with the spirit of a young girl named Mary said to linger in the balcony. Attendees have reported seeing her ghost during performances and hearing her laughter echoing through the halls.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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