What You Will Do
Embark on the Minneapolis Ghost Bus Tour and delve into the city's eerie past with a 3-hour guided journey through its haunted history. Starting at the W Minneapolis - The Foshay, you'll explore iconic landmarks like the Foshay Tower, Minneapolis Institute of Art, and the Van Deusen Mansion, each with its own spine-chilling tales. Led by an expert in the paranormal, the tour blends historical facts with ghostly lore, revealing secrets from Hollywood's Golden Age to modern-day hauntings. Enjoy the comfort of a coach as you traverse the city, making stops to experience the haunted sites up close. This tour promises to captivate and thrill, offering a unique perspective on Minneapolis' darker side. Perfect for history buffs and ghost enthusiasts alike, it's a journey you won't forget.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meet in the bar at the W Minneapolis on the ground floor of the Foshay Tower.
1
Minneapolis City Hall
15 minutes
Minneapolis City Hall, with its looming clock tower, is said to be haunted by the ghost of a former janitor who met a tragic end and now roams the hallways, his footsteps echoing in the dead of night.
2
Minneapolis Institute of Art
15 minutes
Many staff members at the Minneapolis Institute of Art have reported strange encounters with ghostly apparitions that wander the darkened halls after closing hours.
3
20 minutes
Many staff members at the Minneapolis Institute of Art have reported eerie encounters with ghostly apparitions that wander the darkened halls after closing hours.
4
10 minutes
Just who was Harry Hayward and why was he called the "Minneapolis Svengali" at his murder trial?
5
Mill Ruins Park
20 minutes
As night falls, the shadows of Mill Ruins Park whisper ancient secrets, and the restless spirits of long-forgotten mill workers roam the crumbling remains.
6
Foshay Tower
30 minutes
Legend has it that the Foshay Tower is haunted by the ghost of its creator, who roams the halls at night, whispering secrets of his unfinished dreams.
7
Washington Avenue Bridge
15 minutes
Legend has it that the Foshay Tower is haunted by the ghost of its creator, who roams the halls at night, whispering secrets of his unfinished dreams.
8
First Avenue & 7th St Entry
15 minutes
First Avenue, a renowned music venue made famous by Prince in Purple Rain, is also known for its ghostly tales. A female apparition, often seen in a green army jacket, has been reported in the women's restroom and on the dance floor.
9
Guthrie Theater
10 minutes
Minneapolis' most famous haunted theater. Who was the usher that can't seem to stop coming to work, even after death?
10
Saint Anthony Main
15 minutes
Saint Anthony Main, nestled along the banks of the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, is more than just a quaint historic district. As the sun sets and shadows stretch long, whispers of the past seem to echo through the cobblestone streets. Legend has it that the spirits of early settlers and mill workers still wander the area, their restless souls trapped between worlds. The old buildings, with their creaking floors and dimly lit corridors, hold secrets of untold hauntings. Visitors have reported eerie footsteps, ghostly apparitions, and a chilling sense of being watched. As night falls, Saint Anthony Main transforms into a spectral landscape, where the line between the living and the dead blurs into unsettling obscurity.
11
Northrop Auditorium
15 minutes
Long rumored to be the most haunted building on the University of MInnesota campus, find out for yourself!
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