Madison's original ghost tour. This haunted history walking tour of Madison’s historic Capitol Square will give you a unique perspective on the history of the city. Your guides are expert storytellers who will let you in on the ghost stories, urban legends, and paranormal activity that are sprinkled throughout Madison’s past. This is an outdoor walking tour, so please check the weather before coming and dress accordingly. The tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain. Please wear walking shoes and dress appropriately for walking around outside.
Ideal for solo travelers who don’t want to hike alone
A reindeer sausage or cheese stick snack is included
Receive personalized attention from your naturalist guide
Day packs and trekking poles can be provided on request
What To Expect
The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company
Meet the ghosts of The Fess Hotel, built in 1850 as “The Hotel for the Common Man” — is it now the brewery for the common ghost?
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wisconsin State Capitol
Ghosts of the 1883 catastrophe roam the 4th floor, but people have also seen mysterious figures in the basement.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Majestic theater
Built in 1906, it is the oldest theater in Madison. A strange bodymorphing ghost haunts the balcony while another more playful spirit used to bother the cast of Rocky Horror.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
Hear the stories of Madison’s own lake monster. Plus, the haunted tragedy of Frank Lloyd Wright, the architect behind the Terrace.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tempest Oyster Bar
Numerous employees have reported paranormal activity, but what is its strange connection to a UFO cult?
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Madison Municipal Building
In 1873, prisoners screamed about a strange sphere of light roaming through the old jail, thinking it was the spirit of vengeance.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Include
Guided haunted history walking tour of Madison’s King Street and Capitol Square.