The Original Milwaukee Ghost Walk - Third Ward

Overview

Milwaukee's original haunted history walking tour introduces you to the unique heritage of the Historic Third Ward in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Third Ward, dubbed “The Bloody Third” in 1846, is a charming arts district today but conceals a violent gangster past. Once home to Milwaukee’s mafia operations and, before that, Irish gangsters, known as the Third Ward Cowboys, its streets have been touched by tragedy and the paranormal.

Expect to learn more about paranormal happenings and ghost sightings at the Skylight Opera Theatre, the Italian Community Center, and MIAD, as well as many other lesser-known locations. Ghosts stories with Third Ward connections including supernatural encounters at the Hilton Garden Inn and the Pfister Hotel.

City: Milwaukee

Wed 07 May

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Starting at $29.00

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Wed 07 May

Starting at $29.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Tour Guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Milwaukee Public Market

Meet on the corner St. Paul Avenue and Water Street for a history lesson they never taught you in school. Get glimpse of the scandalous 19th Century past of these streets when the area was nicknamed the Bloody Third.

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (10)

Joseph_B

Sep 2021

Not an actual ghost tour but great history of the third ward and various tragic events that happened.

Darin_C

Aug 2021

The tour focused on the "Bloody Third Ward". Originally an Irish area, a number of fires decimated many of the original structures before becoming what it is today. The guide provided several anecdotal stories about experiences, supplemented with copies of newspaper articles as sources.

Richard_D

Jun 2021

Having spent my entire life in Milwaukee it was very interesting to learn about all these creepy places. Really enjoyed meeting our guide.