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    Prescott · Ghost Tour · Nightly at 7 PM

    Haunted Prescott Walking Tour in Historic Downtown

    A ghost cat in Room 16. A woman weeping in Room 426. A saloon where the killer was pardoned before the body was cold. 90 minutes, 1 mile of easy walking, every story researched from the record.

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    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour · Runs rain, snow or starlight

    Nightly at 7 PM
    90 minutes1 mile of easy walking
    Small group, max 20Everyone hears every word
    All ages; recommended 13+
    Meets at Courthouse PlazaRough Rider Statue, 120 S Cortez St, Prescott
    Rain, snow or starlightFull refund when you cancel 24 or more hours before the tour

    The Story

    About This Haunted Tour

    The small mining town of Prescott had big dreams in the mid 1800s. As rough and tumble as any Arizona territory, the town fought with Tucson over being appointed the capital, which it briefly was in 1864. While Phoenix prevailed when statehood was achieved, Prescott dug in and continued mining gold and silver and raising heck! Its infamous Whiskey Row, which was rebuilt after the fire of 1900, tells tales full of colorful characters. Hotels like the St. Michael and the Hassayampa Inn are elegant, historic and haunted. The Gurley Street Grill, Palace Saloon, and Matt’s Longhorn Saloon serve tasty western fare along with potent spirits of their own. The surprising history behind the Granite Street parking garage will spook you, while the Old Firehouse Plaza recalls the historic great fire of 1900. You’ll visit the eclectic Arts Prescott gallery and Tis, Arizona’s first skyscraper. The historic Elks Theatre and the haunted Masonic Temple round out a tour of Arizona’s creepiest town square. Going deeper before you walk: the hauntings of Whiskey Row, the story of Room 426, and what to do in Prescott at night.

    Additional Information

    • The tour meets at the Rough Rider statue on Courthouse Plaza, 120 S Cortez St; arrive 15 minutes early and look for your guide at the statue.
    • Downtown Prescott parking is free: the Garage on Granite, 135 S Granite St, is a free five-story garage one block off the plaza, and curb spots around Courthouse Plaza are free with posted time limits. Our guide Where to Park in Downtown Prescott has the full rundown.
    • Wear comfortable shoes; this walking tour is 90 minutes long and about 1 mile (1.6 km) in length.
    • Downtown Prescott sits at roughly a mile of elevation, so evenings cool off fast once the sun drops; bring a layer and a water bottle, and check the forecast before you head out. Locals love layers!
    • Tours run rain, snow or starlight, and we carry umbrellas for anyone who needs one; if extreme weather ever forces a cancellation, you choose a full refund or a free rebooking.
    • Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before your tour date for a 100% refund.

    What To Expect

    Courthouse Plaza

    The Yavapai County Courthouse, a centerpiece of the Courthouse Plaza, holds a prestigious place on the National Register of Historic Places.

    Read more: the mysteries of Courthouse Plaza

    Tour guests explore the grounds of the Yavapai County Courthouse in Prescott, where the iconic Roughrider statue stands watch over Arizona's first territorial capital.A costumed guide from Freaky Foot Tours brings Prescott's dark past to life at Courthouse Plaza, where 11 legal hangings took place between 1875 and 1925.

    Hotel St. Michael

    Built in the early 1900s, the Hotel St. Michael quickly became a beacon for visitors to Prescott, AZ.

    Read more: the Hotel St. Michael's woman in white

    Granite Street Parking Garage

    With a history steeped in paranormal activity and tales that chill to the bone, this garage is more than just a place to park your car.

    Read more: the Granite Street garage's ghostly tales

    A Freaky Foot Tours guide holds a glowing lantern near the Everybody's Hometown mural in Prescott, setting the scene for tales of ghosts and unsolved crimes along Whiskey Row.A Freaky Foot Tours guide carries a lantern through downtown Prescott on the haunted history walking tour, illuminating the dark stories behind Whiskey Row's most infamous landmarks.

    Old Firehouse Plaza

    The Haunted Old Firehouse Plaza stands as a remarkable testament to the area's rich and enthralling history.

    Read more: the hauntings of Old Firehouse Plaza

    Arts Prescott Gallery

    Dive into an experience where history, art, and the paranormal converge to offer an unforgettable adventure.

    Read more: the spirits of Arts Prescott Gallery

    Rebuilt in brick after the Great Fire of 1900 leveled Whiskey Row, these storefronts now house local artists instead of saloons.The Bird Cage Saloon's birdcage-shaped sign still marks one of the classic watering holes along Montezuma Street's saloon strip.

    The Palace Saloon

    The Palace Saloon is alive with stories of unexplained occurrences that have intrigued and baffled visitors for decades.

    Read more: the Palace Saloon's Phantom Cowboy

    Elks Opera House

    Step into a world where history, culture, and the performing arts intertwine beautifully at the Elks Opera House in Prescott.

    Read more: the Elks Opera House's supernatural side

    Rooftop lights trace the 1905 Elks Opera House against a moonlit sky, its elk statue keeping watch over downtown Prescott.

    Experience the Beauty of Downtown Prescott

    Under a brooding night sky, a costumed guide gathers guests at the glowing Hassayampa Inn sign to share why Room 426 is said to echo with weeping.A Freaky Foot Tours group gathers outside the Hotel Vendome in Prescott, one of the most haunted stops on the walking tour where multiple ghosts have been reported by guests and staff.A Freaky Foot Tours guide speaks at the Hotel Vendome in Prescott, where the ghost of Abby Byr and her cat Noble are said to haunt Room 16, the most requested room in the hotel.A costumed guide speaks at Matt's Saloon on Whiskey Row while fellow guides listen, sharing the story of the ghost girl who has been reported pulling patrons' arms inside.Visitors on a Freaky Foot Tours walking tour gather at Courthouse Plaza in downtown Prescott, the starting point for discovering Arizona's territorial capital history.

    The Prescott Ghost Tour runs nightly at 7 PM from the Rough Rider statue on Courthouse Plaza: 90 minutes, about one mile of downtown sidewalks, and departures cap at 20 guests. Adults $29, students $25, children $22; all ages are welcome, with 13 and up recommended. Booking is straightforward: full refund when canceled 24 or more hours before the tour. Pick a night on the booking calendar, or call or text (928) 224-0518.

    Stop by Stop

    Where the route takes you

    • 1Whiskey Row
    • 2The Palace Saloon
    • 3Hotel St. Michael

    Those are the landmarks. What happened at each one, you hear on the tour.

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    “Shane was very knowlegeable, energetic and fun. Great experience”
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    “We had a good time. Bill was great and very informative. I enjoyed hearing the ghost stories and history of Prescott.”
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    Groups & Celebrations

    Make it a private tour

    Prescott Ghost Tour also runs as a private booking. Same route. Your own guide. Your people only. You pick the date and time. Quoted per group, and quotes are free.

    Bachelorette and birthday crews, corporate teams, family reunions, friend groups. Guides tailor the stories to the group.

    Inquire About a Private Touror call or text (928) 224-0518

    From the Research Desk

    Go deeper before you go

    The stories behind this route, researched and checked against the record.

    The Complete Guide to Whiskey Row Hauntings in Prescott, AZ The Palace Saloon in Prescott: Haunted History Since 1877 Where to Park in Downtown Prescott for Your Tour Prescott Ghost Tour Planning Guide: Times, Cost and Tips

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    Before You Book

    Quick answers

    What time does the Prescott ghost tour start?

    Nightly at 7 PM from the Rough Rider statue on Courthouse Plaza, 120 S Cortez St. Arrive 15 minutes early and look for your guide at the statue; the walk covers about one mile in 90 minutes.

    Do Prescott ghost tours sell out?

    Weekends sell out first: departures cap at 20 guests, and Friday and Saturday nights regularly fill. We walk every night of the week, so booking a few days ahead usually gets you the night you want; October is our busiest month of the year.

    Where do I park in downtown Prescott for a tour?

    Downtown Prescott parking is free. The Garage on Granite, 135 S Granite St, is a free five-story garage one block off Courthouse Plaza, and curb spots around the plaza are free with posted time limits. Our guide Where to Park in Downtown Prescott has the full rundown.

    Is the Prescott ghost tour OK for kids?

    Yes, the tour is all ages, with 13 and up recommended for the darkest stories. It is true frontier history told straight: fires, shootouts and saloon justice, not actors in masks. Children's tickets are $22 and students pay $25.

    How do I book a Freaky Foot Tours walking tour?

    Book online through our secure Peek booking calendar (every tour page has a Book Now button), or call or text us at (928) 224-0518. Booking a few days ahead is recommended: tours are small groups, Friday and Saturday departures regularly sell out, and October is our busiest month of the year.

    What is the cancellation policy?

    Full refund when you cancel 24 or more hours before the tour; no refund under 24 hours. Tours run rain, snow or starlight; if we ever cancel a departure, you get a full refund or a free rebooking, your choice.

    Are Freaky Foot Tours ghost tours kid-friendly?

    Our regular ghost and history tours are all-ages: the stories are true history told honestly, not jump scares, and kids 8 to 12 usually love them. We recommend 13+ for the darkest material on the ghost tours. Two experiences are adults-only: Mountain Town of Madness in Flagstaff is 18+, and the private Spirits With The Spirits pub crawl is 21+.

    What nights do Prescott ghost tours run?

    Our Prescott Ghost Tour runs nightly at 7 PM, every night of the week, from Courthouse Plaza. Departures run every night of the week, not just weekends.

    Prescott's Dark Side. Told by Guides Who Know.

    The lanterns are already lit. Will you be there?

    90 minutes from now you will know which downtown windows to watch. Departures cap at 20 guests and weekends sell out first. Your attendance is gravely appreciated.

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