Memphis Ghosts Tour: Explore Eerie Locations with US Ghost Adventures

Embark on a 1-hour walking tour with US Ghost Adventures and discover the eerie and haunted locations of Memphis. From sinister saloons to terrifying theaters, uncover the city’s gritty underworld and encounter the phantom of the opera.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lorraine Motel - The Lorraine Motel is infamous as the site where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968. Visitors often report feeling an overwhelming sadness and claim to hear faint echoes of a man’s final words.
  • The Arcade Restaurant - As Memphis’s oldest café, the Arcade Restaurant has been serving meals since 1919. Patrons have reported seeing ghostly figures in the windows and experiencing unexplained cold drafts inside.
  • Earnestine & Hazel’s - Once a brothel and speakeasy, Earnestine & Hazel’s is said to be haunted by the spirits of its past clientele. Visitors often hear the jukebox playing on its own and feel an eerie presence in the upstairs rooms.
  • The Green Beetle - The Green Beetle, the oldest tavern in Memphis, has seen its share of eerie occurrences. Patrons have reported strange noises and shadows moving through the bar late at night.
  • 69 E Pontotoc Ave - The Pontotoc Hotel, a former hot spot for gamblers and bootleggers, is rumored to be haunted by restless spirits. Some say they’ve seen ghostly apparitions peering from the windows of the long-abandoned building.
  • John Alexander Austin House - This historic home, built in 1876, is said to be haunted by its original owner, John Alexander Austin. Passersby often feel a cold breeze or hear mysterious footsteps when walking past the house.
  • Orpheum Theatre - The Orpheum Theatre is one of Memphis’s most haunted sites, with the spirit of a young girl named Mary said to linger in the balcony. Attendees have reported seeing her ghost during performances and hearing her laughter echoing through the halls.
What's Included
  • Thrilling and Chilling Ghost Stories
  • Historic and Haunted Sites
  • EMF Detector Rental
  • Knowledgeable Guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity for the Guide
Additional Information

Join us on a thrilling walking ghost tour through the eerie streets of Memphis, guided by a local expert who brings haunted history to life with captivating stories. As you walk through the historic district, you’ll hear chilling tales of ghostly encounters and the spirits that still linger in some of the city’s most iconic buildings.

As you stroll by the Mississippi River, you’ll be taken back to a time of sinister saloons, haunted theaters, and ghostly hotels. Beneath the lively vibe of Memphis, known for its delicious barbecue and soulful blues, lies a darker history of hauntings and tragedies.

This mile-long tour covers some of Memphis’s most haunted spots. While we can’t enter privately owned buildings, you’ll stand on haunted ground at every turn, visiting places like the ghostly Arcade Restaurant and the mysterious John Alexander Austin House. Keep your senses sharp—who knows what spirits may be watching!

Location
450 Mulberry St
Mulberry Street
All tours meet at the Lorraine Motel, 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103, located next to the Memphis Fire Station #2. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Cruz_p
May 26, 2024
Very Nice - Definitely worth it! Thanks, Jim Ed, the tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and well professional! The ghost scanner was a nice touch, LOL.
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Sightsee48786156983
May 25, 2024
Informative! - Jim was definitely an amazing guide. He was well knowledgeable, welcoming, and really brought the tour to life. Definitely recommend.
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539devyns
May 18, 2024
100% Recommend - Bayleigh was the most fantastic tour guide ever. She was a great storyteller and also just great to talk to along the route. She knew so much about Memphis and didn't hesitate to provide any recommendations about places to visit. I would strongly recommend this tour to anyone who is curious about Memphis history!!
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Daydream04260121001
Apr 29, 2024
Fun night - Bayleigh was amazing. She is a great storyteller and kept us entertained with the stories of Memphis. I would recommend this tour.
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317francesy
Mar 28, 2024
Great Experience - Hannah was very knowledgeable about each of the stops on the tour. Personally didn’t see any ghosts but loved the history about Memphis.
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One_more_sagittarius
Mar 28, 2024
Now I'm Excited for Future Haunted Tours - This was my first haunted tour, and now I can't wait to go on another one! The Memphis Ghosts Tour features several stops and a variety of stories so (geographically) close together that I have to wonder whether the rest of Memphis is equally inhabited by macabre history. Some of the deaths you'll hear about include national or regional historic figures. Many other stories center around everyday people who found themselves in extraordinary and tragic circumstances. And if you enjoy sentient objects, ask about the jukebox that always knows which song to play! My tour guide, Bayleigh, hosted a captivating evening of spooky yet -True- stories told in places where the history is still vibrant. As we visited the Bluff City Ghosts sites, I had a few other questions about Memphis and its history, and Bayleigh answered so many questions for me that Memphis now feels familiar to me—as well as intriguing! This was a great tour. I can't recommend it enough. Thank you, Bayleigh!
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658aidenb
Mar 12, 2024
fun ghost tour! - The tour was awesome and very informative about the history of the city, Baliey was very nice and a great tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable about all the stops and threw in a lot of fun extra info! The overall experience with the company was great too and we will be looking for tours in other cities aswell
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Teaganh2024
Jan 4, 2024
Amazing experience - Bayleigh was an excellent tour guide! She was very informative and engaging so it made listening easy. We enjoyed the experience and would go again.
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K5125zakylew
Nov 7, 2023
Haunted Memphis - My fiancé is from Memphis, but I did not know the city very well. This was a fun and unique way to learn more about such a historic and important city. The stories of the former brother above the bar (I can't remember the name?) were absolutely creepy!
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Jordandh6631kk
Oct 20, 2023
BOOK THE TOUR!! - This tour was great. It gave us a lot for rich history and was super interactive. The guide made us all feel included. Highly recommend.
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