Explore Covington’s haunted history with spine-tingling tales of ghostly hauntings, grisly murders, and true crime on a 2-hour walking tour.
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Roebling Murals on the Floodwalls of Covington, KY - The journey begins at the Covington Floodwall, where visitors can admire the stunning murals and delve into the dramatic history of the iconic Roebling Suspension Bridge and its designer.
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George Rogers Clark Park - The next destination is George Rogers Clark Park, where the statue of Steamboat Captain Mary Greene stands. Here, visitors will discover tales of her spectral appearances to ship captains and crews on the Ohio River.
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BB Riverboats - At BB Riverboats, once the site of the Newport Army Barracks during the Civil War, visitors will hear about a couple’s chilling encounter with the spirits of long-deceased soldiers.
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Covington - The tour includes a visit to the Amos Shinkle house, where guests will learn about one of Covington’s most prominent and affluent residents. However, the mysterious presence in the old carriage house is sure to send shivers down the spine!
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Covington - The Rugby, formerly the Henry Bruce mansion, is another stop where a tale of a ghostly encounter from the Civil War era will be shared.
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Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center - At the Baker-Hunt House, once home to Dr. William Hunt, his wife Margaretta Baker, and their daughter Katie, visitors will hear about the tragic events that occurred here, the seances that were held, and the spectral sightings that have persisted on the property.
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Molly Malone’s Irish Pub & Restaurant - The tour concludes at Molly Malone’s Irish Pub, previously the old Hermes Building, where guests will learn about a gruesome double murder and the ghostly experiences that continue to haunt the staff. After the tour, guests can enjoy a pint or return with the guide to the starting point. The choice is theirs!
- Visual tour guide
- Lunch
- Parking fees
Are you fascinated by the paranormal? Intrigued by true crime? Do you enjoy tales of ghostly hauntings, grisly murders, and tragic suicides? If so, the Covington Haunted History tour is just what you need! Prepare yourself for 2 hours filled with spine-chilling stories about Covington’s haunted past! This tour delves into some of the darkest and most macabre tales of the city, from the ghostly apparitions of slaves, ship captains, and Civil War soldiers, to some of the most gruesome true crime stories of murders and suicides that will surely send shivers down your spine and make your hair stand on end! NOTE: This is a walking tour, so please wear comfortable walking shoes. The route is approximately 2 miles long. For those unable to walk the distance, a driving tour option is available, but this must be arranged at the time of booking (not on the day of the tour) by calling us.
- NOTE: The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible. However, there is one stretch of sidewalk on 2nd street that is a bit steep, so pushing a wheelchair or stroller up the incline sidewalk may be a bit challenging for some travelers.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.