Footlights Film & Spooks: Walking Tour of Vaudeville & True Crime
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1 hour
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Footlights & Felonies: A Walking Tour of Vaudeville, Silent Film, and True Crime
Walking Tour Only - WE DO NOT ENTER BUILDINGS
Explore Birmingham's unique past on a captivating walking tour that delves into the city's chilling history of vaudeville stars and lingering spirits. Follow the path of a 1930s detective as tales of murder and mystery unfold, passing by grand theaters and ghostly hotels where shadows of the past still linger. Listen for echoes of applause in the night and the stern librarian who haunts the old library. This one-mile tour invites you to uncover the secrets that lie in the shadows of Birmingham's streets.
- Discover Birmingham’s haunted history on a one-mile walking tour
- Uncover tales of vaudeville stars, corruption, and ghostly spirits
- Walk past historic theaters and haunted hotels without entering buildings
- Perfect for history buffs and ghost enthusiasts alike.
- This is a walking tour only - WE DO NOT ENTER BUILDINGS
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Lyric Theatre
Outside the Lyric Theatre, we’ll relive the dazzling nights when legendary vaudeville acts brought the house roaring to life—and uncover the eerie tales of the spirits still waiting for their final encore. Though we won’t step inside, the echoes of applause and whispers from the wings will make you feel as if the show never truly ended..
Alabama Theatre
Stand beneath the glowing marquee of the Alabama Theatre and hear chilling tales of its glamorous past, when vaudeville stars and silent film idols ruled the stage. From the sidewalk, you’ll learn why locals still whisper of phantom lights, unseen performers, and a restless usher who guards the theater long after the curtain fell.
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Footlights Film & Spooks: Walking Tour of Vaudeville & True Crime
What‘s Included
We will bring along an EMV Ghost Detector
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This was a great tour with a lot of interesting stories. Shawn was very friendly and informative!
allaire a,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time and loved hearing all the history and stories!
Great walk
Margaret S,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable… great interaction Shawn was very informative and easy to listen to! He made Birmingham seem like the place to be!
Best tour in Birmingham
Kevin L,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable with the history of the area. It was super interesting to understand how the impact Birmingham has had on the entertainment industry. Excellent tour.
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Operated by Walking Tour Center