Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Enjoy the darker side of Memphis and hear tales of the city's haunted heritage as told by professional storytellers. The city’s South Main Historic District – an eclectic, colorful area with some of the city’s oldest buildings – has a long history of sensational murders and ghostly activity. On this 90-minute outdoor walking tour, you'll visit a number of haunted sites, including:
• The Orpheum Theater, home of "Mary," who has haunted performances since 1921
• The John Alexander Austin House, a Victorian era mansion haunted by star-crossed lovers
• The notorious Ernestine & Hazel's, a former brothel long recognized as one of the most haunted buildings in Memphis. We'll take you inside this creepy establishment (Wednesday-Sunday ONLY), home to several ghosts as well as a haunted jukebox.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Within a few blocks there are four different parking garages, and several open-air parking lots. The closest garage to our location (just two blocks away) is at 149 Peabody Place between Second Street and BB King Blvd., next to the Hampton Inn. You can try your luck with on-street metered parking, too, on Second Street just south of Beale; on Beale between Front and Second; or along Peabody Place from Front to Fourth Street.
After the tour has concluded, guests are welcome to stay at Earnestine & Hazel's, just a short 10-minute walk back to Beale St. (traveling North on Main St.). Guests are always welcome to join their tour guide in walking back to Beale St. as well.
This tour covers a distance of approximately 2 miles on public sidewalks with some elevation.
This tour is conducted mostly outside and does not include entrance into any of these buildings. Please dress accordingly.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local Taxes
Guided Walking Tour
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Drinks or food at Earnestine & Hazel's not included in ticket price.
What To Expect
The Orpheum Theatre
Memphis' most famous ghost, 12 year-old Mary (outside only)
A beautiful - but haunted - love story (outside only)
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Reviews
804 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was an informative,...
Katie E,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an informative, interesting, fun tour. I highly recommend it. The tour was a history lesson as well as an exploration of the paranormal.
Daniel was a fantastic guide!
Heidi,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour, Daniel was fantastic and told us some wonderful stories. So much fun to hear about some of Memphis' haunted history!
Fun Halloween night out with friends and history
williamcX1113TU,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Daniel our tour guide was great. Informative, friendly, and funny. Some cool perspectives and very interesting history
Great insight into Memphis history and ghosts!
sandysB7973MP,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sheena our tour guide was fantastic! Her story telling was captivating, exciting and very interesting. Sheena made sure to answer all questions and encouraged questions keeping the group engaged and involved. It was a fun tour. We almost cancelled because it was pouring rain. Shenna made sure when she could to keep the group comfortable and sheltered during the tour.
Not being from the Memphis area, it was enjoyable to learn about the people in the history.
lauranS8417SO,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fair price, David was very knowledgeable about the subject, as well as the architecture and basic history of the Memphis area.
Great time!
Q2381OWlisal,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sheena was awesome!!!! We loved it!!! It’s done by locals, it’s not a big business thing at all, which is probably the best part!!!! Group was small and it made it even better to hear the stories, histories and sites!!
Future Ghosts in Memphis!
Sundee B,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sheena was an excellent tour guide and was very informative. We had a great time and enjoyed listening to the ghost stories and learning more about Memphis.
Awesome Experience Walking in Memphis
Departure22015876003,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Daniel is amazing! Lots of wonderful information and entertaining. He kept each person engaged throughout the tour. I highly recommend!
Captured an Amazing Pic
Cheryl F,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00So much fun and Daniel was so full of amazing stories and history! He made sure to include everyone in the group in discussions.
Guided Tour
Linda H,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00John was a great tour guide! He was very knowledgeable of Memphis and he has great pride in hos city. He answered all of our questions and he led us back to our starting point. We felt safe and we learned so much about what makes Memphis great!
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