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Minneapolis Ghost Bus Tour
$59per person
Guided walking tour of the beautiful, glamorous, and very haunted Minneapolis Ghost Walks.
Duration
3 Hours
Meeting Point
821 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Minimum Age
13+
Check-Out Availability
Saturday nights at 7pm, spin through the Twin Cities in comfort and hear chilling tales from the city's dark history on our haunted Minneapolis ghost bus tour. Your guide – an expert in the paranormal – narrates your journey along the streets of Minneapolis, sharing colorful stories of unexplained sightings, famous local figures, tragic misfortune, secret mafia connections, and more. Learn the secrets of famous landmarks including the Foshay Tower, the Minneapolis City Hall, the Soap Factory, and the First Avenue. Along the way, you’ll separate fact from fiction in famous stories like the Harry Hayward murder case, the strange suicides of the Washington Avenue Bridge, and the spirits of the Washburn A Mill – whose tragic explosion in 1878 left a lasting mark on the city.
This is the only bus tour in Minneapolis that specializes in haunted tales and paranormal experiences. It’s also the only one in which you’ll hear the haunting stories of downtown Minneapolis.
Join us on this insightful and fully narrated 3-hour bus tour with multiple stops off the bus exploring Minneapolis's most iconic and haunted areas.
What To Expect
Expert Paranormal Guide
Saturday Nights 7-10pm
Easy/Moderate
$59 Per Person
Why Choose American Ghost Walks?
The Minneapolis Ghost Bus Tour was developed by Mike Huberty, our company owner, and Minnesota storyteller Dangerous Linda Lee. They designed the route through new original research, interviewing the real experiencers and exploring historical records to give you a one-of-a-kind local and authentic haunted history experience throughout the city.
Important Info
- Street meter parking is available, but there is also a paid parking nearby. We recommend Spothero to see the available paid options.
- This tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain, so please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
- Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. But we will reschedule you if you have an emergency, we love ghosts, not monsters!
- Service animals are welcome but for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home,
Haunted Minneapolis City Hall
Telling Minneapolis ghost stories
Getting spooky at the Foshay Tower
Telling haunted stories in the Sculpture Garden
Picture time at the First Avenue
Outside the Walker Art Center
Outside the First Avenue
On the haunted Washington Avenue bridge
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden at dusk
Ghost stories at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Having fun on the Minneapolis Ghost tour!
The Stone Arch Bridge as viewed from the Guthrie Theater...
There's haunted history all over the Mill City...
City Hall has many haunted stories...
The Mini-Apple at dusk when the veil is thin...
What secrets lie in the Foshay Tower?
Learn the ghost stories of downtown Minneapolis...
Haunted Minneapolis City Hall
Telling Minneapolis ghost stories
List of Services
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The Foshay TowerItem Link List Item 1
Once the tallest building in Minneapolis, this Art Deco skyscraper is steeped in history and haunted lore. Visitors report seeing the ghost of Wilbur Foshay, the building's namesake, roaming the observation deck. Some claim to hear mysterious 1920s jazz music echoing through empty hallways at night. Discover the Foshay's spectral secrets.
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Minneapolis Institute of ArtItem Link List Item 2
The Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA) is not only known for its vast collection of art but also for its ghostly encounters. Many staff members have reported unexplained phenomena, particularly after closing hours. Click here to read more on our Haunted Tales blog...
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The Van Deusen MansionItem Link List Item 3
The Van Deusen Mansion is reputed to be one of the city's most haunted locations. Visitors and staff have reported hearing unexplained footsteps, seeing apparitions, and experiencing sudden drops in temperature.
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First AvenueItem Link List Item 4
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. Click here to read more on our Haunted Tales blog...
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Eli's Food and CocktailsItem Link
This restaurant is the former home of Harry Hawyard, a convicted murderer known as the Minneapolis Svengali. Click here to read more on our Haunted Tales blog...
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Itinerary
- Explore Minneapolis in comfort by coach on your 3-hour tour, and hear secrets dating from the city’s haunting past to the present day
- Discover top attractions and historic sites including the Washington Avenue Bridge, the Mill City Museum, Saint Anthony Main, and The Foshay Tower
- Your guide, an expert in the paranormal, shares insight into Minneapolis’ colorful history – from the days of early settlers to the modern metropolis it is today
- We make stops along the way to give you time to explore on foot and soak up the atmosphere in some of Minneapolis’ most intriguing sites of interes
Highlights
Meeting Point
Inside the bar at the W Minneapolis - The Foshay - NOT the 27th floor Prohibition bar, but the ground floor Bar and Lounge (821 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402)
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Do you go inside any of the haunted buildings?
On this tour, we focus on building exteriors and outdoor spaces. Businesses and public places are open for you to visit during regular business hours. Otherwise we respect the privacy of individuals and organizations and expect that our guests do the same.
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Do guests really see ghosts on this tour?
We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.
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Can I bring my pet?
Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.
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Is this ghost tour kid-appropriate?
While our tours do not contain anything too graphic or inappropriate, we find that kids that enjoy history have the best time. You know your children and that's left up to you. We do not recommend bringing children in strollers because sometimes that can be difficult with larger walking groups.
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What if I'm late or cannot find my guide?
We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tourtime. We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.
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What is your cancellation policy?
Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. If we cancel the tour because of weather or another event, we offer a full refund.
We will do our best to accommodate rescheduling requests, but cannot guarantee changes because other tours and dates might be sold out. As a courtesy, we offer an add-on called Peek Protect which will refund your tickets if you have an emergency and cancel your reservations at least 24 hours prior to the tour beginning, but we cannot make any adjustments to those reservations, those are ordered through a third-party and any changes will need to be processed through them.
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What if I am late?
We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tourtime. We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but please be there a few minutes early, the bus has to leave promptly to be able to reach every destination. It cannot wait for latecomers and we cannot guarantee participation for late arrivals. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have the courage to join?
Explore haunted locations and hear chilling tales. Face your fears and uncover dark secrets. Join us, if you dare!
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