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Short walking trip with a...
Short walking trip with a few interesting stops. Always good to gain some knowledge and history when visiting new cities.
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $32 / person
- Location
- Memphis
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 69 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 35
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Memphis Ghosts
- Meeting point
- All tours meet at the Lorraine Motel, 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103, located next to the Memphis Fire Station #2. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.
Description
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!
Tour Options
Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What's included
Included
Thrilling and Chilling Ghost Stories
Historic and Haunted Sites
EMF Detector Rental
Knowledgeable Guide
Not included
Gratuity for the Guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
69 reviews
Important Information
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour take?
Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour cost?
Prices start at $32 per person for this Memphis experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is All tours meet at the Lorraine Motel, 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103, located next to the Memphis Fire Station #2. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 35 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Mobsters, Mayhem, & Murder of Memphis Ghost Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 69 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Memphis Ghosts.
Reviews(69)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Fun an interesting stroll...
Fun and interesting stroll through downtown Memphis. The stories told were very engaging and relevant to to cities colorful history
Operator response
Thanks for sharing your experience! It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed learning about the city’s colorful history on the tour. We hope to welcome you back again!
T
Find another tour
Paid for an uber to go over there and the guide never showed up. No real explanation. Waste of money and time. Left me standing alone at night. Do not recommend
Operator response
We’re very sorry to hear about your experience and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration caused by the guide not showing up. This is not the experience we aim to provide, and we understand how upsetting it must have been. Please reach out to guestrelations@usghostadventures.com with the name your booking was under, and we’ll be happy to assist you further. Thank you.
K
Historical, educational, fascinating
Very historical and informative, but if your looking for something spooky this isn't quite it. FASCINATING for sure though
Operator response
Hello, Kira! We’re thrilled to hear you found the tour informative and fascinating! We understand it wasn’t quite the spooky experience you were expecting, but we hope to see you back for another tour that captures your interests.
T
Save your money, skip this tour.
The guide was not enthusiastic about his job. Our tour was on Halloween night with all sorts of people dressed in costumes on the street. I expected to feel a bit of an eerie vibe. The title of the tour was Mobsters, Madness and Murder, I expected more of all three to be discussed, and more historical information as well. There was so much potential for this tour to have been presented in a different and more exciting manner. Having been on other Ghost tours that left me looking over my shoulder for days afterwards this one only made me wish I had saved my money. I can’t speak for the other members on the tour but no one asked questions and they all scattered like roaches when he announced that it was the end of the tour.
Operator response
Hello, Terri! Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize that the Mobsters, Madness, and Murder tour did not meet your expectations and that the experience was not as engaging or detailed as you had hoped. We understand your concerns regarding the guide’s energy and the content covered, and we truly appreciate your honest input. Please reach out to guestrelations@tourismo.com with the name your booking was under, and we’ll be happy to assist you further. Thank you.
W
Highly recommended.
Great tour with loads of information about Memphis history. Went to a few different places. At the end was told their was an 'add on' we could have bought but some members of our party were tired after a long day of sight-seeing. The tour we had was just the right length.
Operator response
Hello, Wendy! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We’re glad the tour length was just right and that you enjoyed the historical highlights of Memphis.
J
Must do Tour
Excellent guide. Knowledgeable and engaging! We got to see so many interesting sites and even a ghost or two!
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and that your guide made it engaging and informative. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along. Hope to see you again soon!
K
Interesting history
Bailee was very knowledgable about the seedier side of Memphis. My suggestion is just that she speak a little slower!
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad Bailee’s knowledge made an impact and appreciate your suggestion about pacing. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words and helpful note along. Hope to see you again soon!
A
Highly recommend.
Absolutely fantastic! Very interesting. Highly recommend. Learnt so much. Would definitely do a ghost tour again. Loved it.
Operator response
We appreciate your kind words! It’s awesome that you enjoyed the tour and would do it again. Hope to see you for more spooky fun in the future!
Z
Awesome Tour!!
This tour was awesome! My partner and I were the only ones booked for the night so we pretty much got a private tour. I was great to walk the streets of Memphis and get the behind the scenes tour of old Memphis and some of the legends. Our guide took his time and was just perfect! We try and take a ghost tour on every trip both domestic and international. This was by far our favorite!
Operator response
We appreciate your glowing review! It’s great that you and your partner had such a memorable private tour and that our guide made it perfect. We’re honored to be your favorite ghost tour so far! We’ll share your praise with the guide and hope to see you again on your travels.
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