Ghosts of Key West: Haunted History Walking Tour

4.3 (140 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Discover a darker side of Key West on a 90-minute walking ghost tour through the historic streets of Old Town. Led by an engaging Ghost City Tours Ambassador, you'll uncover the island's haunted history at landmarks including St. Paul's Episcopal Church, The Artist House, Audubon House, La Concha, and Marrero's Guest Mansion.

Along the way, hear stories of the people, tragedies, legends, and reported hauntings that have become part of Key West's history—including the story surrounding Robert the Doll. Designed for families, history lovers, and curious travelers, this after-dark walk blends documented history with the ghost stories that have followed Key West for generations.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Ghost City Tours of Key West

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Haunted history, local legends, and reported paranormal activity
Included: 90-minute all-ages ghost walking tour of Key West
Included: Stories connected to Robert the Doll and Key West’s most enduring ghost tales
Included: Professional Ghost City Tours Ambassador

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Transportation to and from the meeting location
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Admission or entry into tour stops

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

Step into the shadows of Old Town Key West on a haunted walking tour that chills to the bone. Begin your journey at River Street Sweets—where the sugar fades and the spirits stir.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church

15 min Admission not included

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church may be a place of worship by day, but as night falls, its shadowy graveyard and storm-battered walls tell a darker tale. Built atop old burial grounds and ravaged by hurricanes, legend says restless spirits roam the pews and the grounds—drawn by unmarked graves and unsettled history. Some visitors feel watched... others never return after dark.
Stop 3

15 min Admission not included

Cursed, creepy, and cloaked in mystery, Robert the Doll sits behind glass in Key West—but don’t let that fool you. Locals whisper that he moves, changes expressions, and even causes misfortune to those who mock him. With button eyes and a sailor suit, he may look innocent—but legend says he’s anything but. Step too close, and you might just feel him watching...
Audubon House & Tropical Gardens

15 min Admission not included

Beneath the lush canopy of Key West’s tropical gardens stands the elegant yet eerie Audubon House—where whispers of the past still linger. Once home to shipwreck salvagers and surrounded by death, tragedy, and ghostly tales, the house is said to echo with unexplained footsteps and flickering lights. Some claim the spirits of the original owners never left… and neither will their secrets
Stop 5

15 min Admission not included

Elegant on the outside, haunted within—La Concha Hotel hides a dark past beneath its polished charm. Once the tallest building in Key West, it’s seen its share of tragedy, from mysterious deaths to guests who checked in... but never left. Ghostly figures are said to wander the halls, elevators move on their own, and whispers echo in empty rooms. Stay too long, and you might just become part of the legend.
Stop 6

15 min Admission not included

Behind its beautiful façade, Marrero’s Guest Mansion holds chilling secrets. Built by a grieving man for his lost love, some say her spirit never left. Guests report cold spots, flickering lights, and the feeling of being watched. Romantic… or haunted? You decide. But beware—once you stay, the spirits may never want you to leave.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the corner of Duval Street and Eaton Street, outside the gates of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The meeting point is directly across from River Street Sweets at 400 Duval Street. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to check in with your guide.

End point

Meet your guide at the corner of Duval Street and Eaton Street, outside the gates of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The meeting point is directly across from River Street Sweets at 400 Duval Street. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to check in with your guide.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.