Key West Ghost and Mysteries Guided Tour

Overview

Discover why Key West is one of the most haunted locations in the country on this 90 minute walking tour that starts at the corner of Duval and Caroline Streets, and led by your experienced guide and storyteller. Walk down hidden lanes and discover Key West's often bizarre history and hear tales of our most colorful ghosts. You will listen to the strange tale of Count Von Cosel, see where the enchanted Robert the Doll lived and hear his story, and be captivated by the strange tale about The Watcher, and the ghost at La Concha. You will go inside the former residence of a prominent Key West family, now turned restaurant, and hear the chilling tale of the spirit that now inhabits that space. You will learn terminology used for various ghost forms and how to take pictures on your camera. Interactive and spooky fun for the whole family!

City: Key West

Mon 13 Jan

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Starting at $32.26

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Mon 13 Jan

Starting at $32.26

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What's Included

Local guide

Professional guide

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Local taxes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A maximum of 30 people per booking

What To Expect

Key West Ghost and Mysteries Tour

Check-in for the ghost tour is no later than 8:45 at the corner of Duval and Caroline Street in front of the Porter Mansion on the Duval Street side. There is a small booth just at the entrance to the property, at the beginning of the 300 block of Duval Street, and that is where you will do your check-in. At 9pm the guide will depart and walk you down Rose Lane for an introduction to the tour which includes some Key West history, terminology used when talking about different spirit sightings, instructions on how to take pictures, and general guidelines. Key West is Florida's second oldest city and one of the most haunted locations in the country. From Rose Lane you will walk to the end of the block stopping at the Casa Antigua, Ernest Hemingway's first Key West residence where he fell in love with Key West and wrote "A Farewell to Arms". You will hear what happened in this interesting building and the ghostly story about The Watcher. The tour then moves up to Eaton Street to the Artist House where you will hear the story of the creepy, Robert the Doll and see where he used to live. Next the tour moves to Bahama Street where the oldest graveyard is located in back of Saint Paul's Church. You are invited to use the dowsing rods at this point to try to engage spirit activity. Just past the graveyard is the Dean-Lopez Funeral Home. This stop is where the strange tale of Count Von Cosel and Elana is related. This story is stranger than fiction, but it's all true and documented. You now will wind back around to the La Concha Hotel and hear what happened at the tallest building in Key West. It's a ghostly tale, but not what you probably think. Next the tour moves to the Oldest House and Gardens to explore the grounds at the back of the house, and hear stories about the family who lived here and learn about the many ghostly sightings. This is the most active location on the tour and many guests get pictures on their cameras. Finally, the tour moves inside to hear the chilling tale of a prominent Key West family at their former residence. As the tour concludes, there is time for stories and picture sharing. The tour is interactive and questions are encouraged. The tour ends at 10:30 across the street from where it started.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (898)

Peggy M

Aug 2013

First, let me say that I read up on the reviews of the various tours in trying to select one for last night, trying to pick the best one. So glad I did - this tour was AWESOME. The stories were compelling and our tour guide, Yvonne, was born to the job. If you are considering a ghost tour, I'd suggest doing this earlier rather than later in your stay. We are now anxious to return to Old Town and stop by these sights in the daytime, so we can enjoy them further.

Charles K

Aug 2013

My girlfriend and I signed up for the Key West Tour for Saturday night, the 10th of August 2013. We met on Duval St. and proceeded to get a great walking tour around Key West (or Key Weird- as Southernmost Ted calls it). We heard some great stories and saw some cool locations. Pictures taken had orbs in them that could not be explained. No matter what you believe it is a great tour and a great look into the history of a very unique place. Southernmost Ted was a great guide and he made sure we all got to take pictures and experience the places we visited. I highly recommend the tour- for the history alone. An interesting side note: The wonderful woman at the lighthouse also works at the museum where Robert the doll is. (You will learn all about Robert if you take the tour). She told us some great stories about the doll and her contact with it. It was a great way to end the weekend in Key West!

Steve_SQ3983IJ

Aug 2013

We have lived in Key West for a few years, but never took any of the Ghost Tours until now. Ted was a thoroughly entertaining host and has a true gift for telling the tales. I have some difficulty walking long distances due to hip bursitis, but had no issues here as there were plenty of stops.