About this experience
Discover a darker side of Key West on a 90-minute walking ghost tour through the historic streets of Old Town. Led by an engaging Ghost City Tours Ambassador, you'll uncover the island's haunted history at landmarks including St. Paul's Episcopal Church, The Artist House, Audubon House, La Concha, and Marrero's Guest Mansion.
Along the way, hear stories of the people, tragedies, legends, and reported hauntings that have become part of Key West's history—including the story surrounding Robert the Doll. Designed for families, history lovers, and curious travelers, this after-dark walk blends documented history with the ghost stories that have followed Key West for generations.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Haunted history, local legends, and reported paranormal activity
- 90-minute all-ages ghost walking tour of Key West
- Stories connected to Robert the Doll and Key West’s most enduring ghost tales
- Professional Ghost City Tours Ambassador
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to and from the meeting location
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Admission or entry into tour stops
Itinerary and highlights
Step into the shadows of Old Town Key West on a haunted walking tour that chills to the bone. Begin your journey at River Street Sweets—where the sugar fades and the spirits stir.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church may be a place of worship by day, but as night falls, its shadowy graveyard and storm-battered walls tell a darker tale. Built atop old burial grounds and ravaged by hurricanes, legend says restless spirits roam the pews and the grounds—drawn by unmarked graves and unsettled history. Some visitors feel watched... others never return after dark.
Cursed, creepy, and cloaked in mystery, Robert the Doll sits behind glass in Key West—but don’t let that fool you. Locals whisper that he moves, changes expressions, and even causes misfortune to those who mock him. With button eyes and a sailor suit, he may look innocent—but legend says he’s anything but. Step too close, and you might just feel him watching...
Beneath the lush canopy of Key West’s tropical gardens stands the elegant yet eerie Audubon House—where whispers of the past still linger. Once home to shipwreck salvagers and surrounded by death, tragedy, and ghostly tales, the house is said to echo with unexplained footsteps and flickering lights. Some claim the spirits of the original owners never left… and neither will their secrets
Elegant on the outside, haunted within—La Concha Hotel hides a dark past beneath its polished charm. Once the tallest building in Key West, it’s seen its share of tragedy, from mysterious deaths to guests who checked in... but never left. Ghostly figures are said to wander the halls, elevators move on their own, and whispers echo in empty rooms. Stay too long, and you might just become part of the legend.
Behind its beautiful façade, Marrero’s Guest Mansion holds chilling secrets. Built by a grieving man for his lost love, some say her spirit never left. Guests report cold spots, flickering lights, and the feeling of being watched. Romantic… or haunted? You decide. But beware—once you stay, the spirits may never want you to leave.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet your guide at the corner of Duval Street and Eaton Street, outside the gates of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The meeting point is directly across from River Street Sweets at 400 Duval Street. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to check in with your guide.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Ghost City Tours of Key West
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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