Meeting Location:Maricopa County Sheriff's Office HQ550 W Jackson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003Please arrive 10–15 minutes early. The tour will begin promptly at the scheduled start time. We will meet in front of the statue of the Horse in front of HQ.
Description
Step into Phoenix’s most infamous true crime stories—right where they happened.
This fast-paced 1.5-hour walking tour takes you through real locations tied to shocking crimes, courtroom drama, and dark chapters of the city’s past. From historic jails to the courthouse where cases unfolded, you’ll hear the stories that still linger in downtown Phoenix.
This is a locally owned experience built on real research, real history, and the cases that left their mark on the city.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Fri and Sat
Start times
7:30 PM and 8:00 PM
Next available
Sat, Oct 10
Adult (ages 5+)
$35
In demand: 9 of the next 18 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Step into Phoenix’s most infamous true crime stories—right where they happened.
This fast-paced 1.5-hour walking tour takes you through real locations tied to shocking crimes, courtroom drama, and dark chapters of the city’s past. From historic jails to the courthouse where cases unfolded, you’ll hear the stories that still linger in downtown Phoenix.
This is a locally owned experience built on real research, real history, and the cases that left their mark on the city.
13 min
A historic Warehouse District landmark connected to Phoenix mobsters, corruption, and the journalist who risked everything to expose them.
Union Station
12 min
A historic travel hub tied to one of Phoenix’s most infamous murder cases—where the city’s past still carries echoes of violence, mystery, and unanswered questions.
10 min
A courthouse where some of the country’s most infamous cases have unfolded—including trials that turned Phoenix into a national true crime headline.
12 min
A historic courthouse where Phoenix courtroom drama made national history—including the case of Ernesto Miranda, the man behind your Miranda rights.
Phoenix Police Museum
13 min
Learn about the history of the PHX PD
13 min
Now home to the Moxy, the historic Luhrs Building connects Phoenix to organized crime history through one of the Chicago Outfit’s most infamous mobsters.
What's included
Included
Visits to 7 historic crime-related sites
Expert true crime connoiseur and storyteller
Historic photos and case summaries shared along the route
Not included
Tips
Restroom access during the tour
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
14 reviews
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How it compares in Phoenix
Starting price $35 is 64% below the typical $96 for tours of similar length in Phoenix
Excurgo comparison of 326 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Safety Note: This is a relaxed-paced walking tour with frequent stops. Guests should be comfortable walking and standing for short periods. By purchasing a ticket and attending, guests acknowledge the normal risks of a walking tour and agree to release Get Ghosted Phoenix LLC from liability for trips, falls, or injuries.
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 Phoenix True Crime Tour: Monsters, Mobsters & Mayhem take?
Phoenix True Crime Tour: Monsters, Mobsters & Mayhem lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Phoenix True Crime Tour: Monsters, Mobsters & Mayhem cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this Phoenix 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.
What days does Phoenix True Crime Tour: Monsters, Mobsters & Mayhem run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Fridays and Saturdays, starting at 7:30 PM and 8:00 PM.
It can: 9 of the next 18 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Phoenix True Crime Tour: Monsters, Mobsters & Mayhem 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 Meeting Location:. Maricopa County Sheriff's Office HQ. 550 W Jackson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early. The tour will begin promptly at the scheduled start time. We will meet in front of the statue of the Horse in front of HQ. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Phoenix True Crime Tour: Monsters, Mobsters & Mayhem 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 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(14)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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scottjK5468FL
August 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour - well worth the time & money
This was a great event. The guide was very good. He had great knowledge & stories and did a really good job engaging everyone on the tour. His knowledge of Phoenix history was wonderful. I have personally recommended this tour to four or five different people since our tour.
Operator response
Thank you so much! We are so happy that you enjoyed the tour, and I'll be sure to pass your kind words along to your guide. The fact that you've already recommended us to four or five people is the biggest compliment we could ask for. We truly appreciate your support!
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A7722FFkimberlyd
August 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great time with great history
Guide was great at his delivery of knowledge. Very personalable. Would definitely recommend. The icehouse was a personal fav !
Operator response
Thank you! We love hearing this. I'll definitely pass your compliments along to your guide. And the Icehouse has a way of stealing the show. Hope to see you on another tour soon!
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98darbyj
August 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Must do
10/10 experience! Eddie is such a funny and kind guide! It was truly a very interesting tour with a bunch of fun facts I had never heard of before. HIGHLY recommend
Operator response
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you had such a great experience. I'll definitely pass your kind words along to Eddie—he'll love hearing them. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope you'll come back and join us for another tour!
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947abbyj
August 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience!
Eddie was awesome! He was very passionate about the subject matter and very communicative with the group. No awkwardness at all and laughs along the way!
Operator response
Thank you so much! I'll make sure Eddie sees this—he'll be thrilled. I'm so glad you enjoyed the stories, the laughs, and the group dynamic. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on another tour!
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Z3322VAcarolync
July 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Interesting Tour with a Fun Guide!
Eddie was an amazing tour guide! He shared so much knowledge and history with us. We went to some very interesting locations in Phoenix that even I, as a local, hadn't been to. I would highly recommend this tour to both tourists and locals.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re so glad you had such a good experience with Eddie. He brings a ton of knowledge and personality to the tour, and we love hearing that even as a local, you discovered places in Phoenix you hadn’t explored before. Thanks for recommending us to both visitors and locals. We hope to see you again on another Get Ghosted Phoenix adventure!
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crystywullbrandt
May 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Friday Night Family Fun
Eddie was amazing. He was a wealth of knowledge about the history of Phoenix and really made the tour fun. Thank you so much for a great time for our whole family.
Operator response
Eddie was amazing. He was a wealth of knowledge about the history of Phoenix and really made the tour fun. Thank you so much for a great time for our whole family
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702vinniec
May 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Awesome Tour!
A quintessential overview of Phoenix’s True Crime history! Eddie (tour guide) did an excellent job guiding our group through Phoenix’s downtown sites with a dark past. The information was presented in a concise and interesting matter, and Eddie peppered the stories with humor and interesting anecdotes. This would be a great activity for any true crime buff and Nadine (owner of the company) is constantly adding new tours and researched material. Excellent experience overall!
Operator response
Thank you so much for this review. I love hearing that you appreciated the mix of history, true crime, and the darker side of Phoenix. Eddie has a great way of balancing the heavy stories with humor and personality, so I’m glad that came through on the tour.
And thank you for noticing all the research and new material we’re constantly working on behind the scenes — that truly means a lot. Really appreciate you spending the evening with us and hope to see you on another tour soon!
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aubreym603
May 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun, exciting, educational!
Eddie was a fantastic tour guide. He was knowledgeable, and considerate of the group. It was fun, educational, and exciting!
Operator response
Thank you so much for coming out! We’re glad you had such a fun, educational, and exciting experience. Eddie will be happy to hear your kind words — we appreciate you joining us!
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Randy_S
May 3, 2026 · via Viator
Meh
The tour was just OK. Our tour guide Eddie was reading from a script on his iPad and answered some of the questions from the group incorrectly. His boss was on the tour with us and corrected him a few times. He mixed up the names of some of the “mobsters” a couple times. At one point saying the name of a woman who had been killed horribly instead of the woman whose picture he was showing that lived for a long time after the event. Our group agreed there were a few times when the race of the people being spoken about didn’t need to be pointed out. It seemed like one race in particular was pointed out and with some distain. It would have been helpful for the tour to end at the same location as the start rather than having people unfamiliar with the city trying to find their way back in the dark in a less than great part of town. Maybe Eddie was new, but he should have polished his act a little before leading the tour and perhaps paid attention to who was in his group.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing this feedback. I’m sorry this tour did not meet the standard we want for our guests.
Accuracy, delivery, and tone matter, especially on a tour that covers real people, real history, and sensitive subject matter. Your concerns are being taken seriously and will be used to improve guide training.
Our tours do sometimes end in a different location than where they begin so guests can experience more of downtown’s history, but we understand that should be made clear upfront.
We’ll use this to tighten the experience moving forward.
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Brittany_B
April 26, 2026 · via Viator
Interesting facts with a great tour guide
We had a great time on the tour. Our tour guide was easygoing and knowledgeable. He gave lots of interesting facts and allowed for some small group chatter for rapport building. I’d recommend the tour again for sure!
Operator response
Thank you so much for coming out! We’re glad you had a great time and enjoyed the mix of interesting history, easygoing storytelling, and time to connect with the group. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you on another tour soon!
