Memphis Ghosts: Unearth Chilling Tales on a Haunted Walk
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Enjoy the darker side of Memphis and hear tales of the city's haunted heritage as told by professional storytellers. The city’s South Main Historic District – an eclectic, colorful area with some of the city’s oldest buildings – has a long history of sensational murders and ghostly activity. On this 90-minute outdoor walking tour, you'll visit a number of haunted sites, including: • The Orpheum Theater, home of "Mary," who has haunted performances since 1921 • The John Alexander Austin House, a Victorian era mansion haunted by star-crossed lovers • The notorious Ernestine & Hazel's, a former brothel long recognized as one of the most haunted buildings in Memphis. We'll take you inside this creepy establishment (Wednesday-Sunday ONLY), home to several ghosts as well as a haunted jukebox.
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skyhiprincess, 12/7/2025 3:40:22 PM
My tour with Sheena was amazing! Her knowledge of the haunts and history of Memphis! She truly loves the city and really appreciated her perspective too! I can’t wait to come back for another tour! I loved how she passed on the oral history of Memphis! I will be back again soon!
Happiness234586, 11/27/2025 10:22:41 AM
John was absolutely lovely! He was very knowledgeable and respectful, and it was wonderful walking and listening to him. Thank you for a great night!
Katie_E, 11/13/2025 11:50:04 PM
It was an informative, interesting, fun tour. I highly recommend it. The tour was a history lesson as well as an exploration of the paranormal.
Heidi, 11/9/2025 10:11:00 AM
Great tour, Daniel was fantastic and told us some wonderful stories. So much fun to hear about some of Memphis' haunted history!
williamcX1113TU, 11/2/2025 6:01:41 AM
Daniel our tour guide was great. Informative, friendly, and funny. Some cool perspectives and very interesting history
sandysB7973MP, 10/28/2025 6:48:30 PM
Sheena our tour guide was fantastic! Her story telling was captivating, exciting and very interesting. Sheena made sure to answer all questions and encouraged questions keeping the group engaged and involved. It was a fun tour. We almost cancelled because it was pouring rain. Shenna made sure when she could to keep the group comfortable and sheltered during the tour.
lauranS8417SO, 10/25/2025 11:01:32 AM
Fair price, David was very knowledgeable about the subject, as well as the architecture and basic history of the Memphis area.
Q2381OWlisal, 10/25/2025 12:55:09 AM
Sheena was awesome!!!! We loved it!!! It’s done by locals, it’s not a big business thing at all, which is probably the best part!!!! Group was small and it made it even better to hear the stories, histories and sites!!
Sundee_B, 10/25/2025 12:16:36 AM
Sheena was an excellent tour guide and was very informative. We had a great time and enjoyed listening to the ghost stories and learning more about Memphis.
Departure22015876003, 10/16/2025 6:11:51 AM
Daniel is amazing! Lots of wonderful information and entertaining. He kept each person engaged throughout the tour. I highly recommend!
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Within a few blocks there are four different parking garages, and several open-air parking lots. The closest garage to our location (just two blocks away) is at 149 Peabody Place between Second Street and BB King Blvd., next to the Hampton Inn. You can try your luck with on-street metered parking, too, on Second Street just south of Beale; on Beale between Front and Second; or along Peabody Place from Front to Fourth Street.
- After the tour has concluded, guests are welcome to stay at Earnestine & Hazel's, just a short 10-minute walk back to Beale St. (traveling North on Main St.). Guests are always welcome to join their tour guide in walking back to Beale St. as well.
- This tour covers a distance of approximately 2 miles on public sidewalks with some elevation.
- This tour is conducted mostly outside and does not include entrance into any of these buildings. Please dress accordingly.
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Enjoy the darker side of Memphis and hear tales of the city's haunted heritage as told by professional storytellers. The city’s South Main Historic District – an eclectic, colorful area with some of the city’s oldest buildings – has a long history of sensational murders and ghostly activity. On this 90-minute outdoor walking tour, you'll visit a number of haunted sites, including: • The Orpheum Theater, home of "Mary," who has haunted performances since 1921 • The John Alexander Austin House, a Victorian era mansion haunted by star-crossed lovers • The notorious Ernestine & Hazel's, a former brothel long recognized as one of the most haunted buildings in Memphis. We'll take you inside this creepy establishment (Wednesday-Sunday ONLY), home to several ghosts as well as a haunted jukebox.Redemption
Please check in at the Backbeat Tours ticket counter at Alfred's on Beale (197 Beale St.) Within a few blocks there are four different parking garages, and several open-air parking lots. The closest garage to our location (just two blocks away) is at 149 Peabody Place between Second Street and BB King Blvd., next to the Hampton Inn. You can try your luck with on-street metered parking, too, on Second Street just south of Beale; on Beale between Front and Second; or along Peabody Place from Front to Fourth Street.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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