Step back into the 1920s when brothels, crime, and notorious nightclubs covered the streets of Memphis, and indulge in historic tales of local ghosts and voodoo lore. Guided by professional storytellers, this tour brings the city's dark history alive with haunting tales of times gone by.
As the sun sets and the vivacious Memphis night life comes alive, tour some of the city's oldest landmarks and discover its spooky past. The tour begins at the infamous Beale Street, home to the gambling, prostitution, pawn shops, murder, and voodoo of the booming 1920s. Stroll the street that was once Memphis' livelihood, and learn the historical significance that shaped the city into what it is today.
Hear stories of the scandalous Ernestine & Hazel's, a former brothel now said to be the home of multiple lingering ghosts—some say they can still hear the haunted jukebox. Experience the spine-chilling feeling when you learn the true stories of people who now haunt the area, including the little girl, Mary, who was murdered right outside the Orpheum Theatre.
The adventure continues at multiple haunted Victorian-era mansions as your knowledgeable guide recalls eerie legends and supernatural experiences at such historical sites as Cotton Row and Dead Man's Alley.
This spooky and captivating walking tour combines the rich history and supernatural side of Memphis to take you to some spine-tingling places.