About this experience
Go where other tours can’t. Enter historic Fort East Martello after dark, meet Robert the Doll, then stay behind for an extended paranormal investigation inside the haunted Civil War-era fort.
Your VIP experience begins with a 30-minute guided ghost tour through the fort, followed by a 30-minute seated encounter directly with Robert the Doll. Hear the documented history behind his legend, separate fact from folklore, and learn about the latest unexplained activity surrounding him.
Then, when the standard experience ends, VIP guests remain inside the fort for an additional 60-minute paranormal investigation, using ghost-hunting equipment to explore one of Key West’s most unusual historic sites after dark.
Fort East Martello has been named one of America’s Top 10 Haunted Destinations by USA TODAY. This is your chance to experience the fort in a way daytime visitors and ordinary ghost tours cannot.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- 60-minute independent paranormal investigation inside the fort
- 30-minute seated encounter with Robert the Doll
- Free parking at Fort East Martello
- 30-minute guided ghost tour of Fort East Martello
- Use of ghost-hunting equipment
- Exclusive after-hours access to Fort East Martello
Itinerary and highlights
The ghost tour includes a 60-minute guided ghost tour followed by 60 minutes of hunting ghosts on your own. The experience takes place inside Key West's haunted Fort East Martello Museum where you will learn the haunted history of the Civil War fort and meet the infamous Robert the Doll. The first 40 minutes of the tour are on foot. Short walks between rooms at an easy pace followed by a 20-minute sitdown with Robert the Doll.
After the guided hour, VIP ticket holders have an hour to hunt ghosts on their own with access to the former Yellow Fever hospital (VIP exclusive). The VIP Experience includes the use of ghost-hunting equipment like K-2 Meters, spirit dowsing rods, spirit boxes, and trigger objects. There is time at the end to take photos with Robert the Doll if you are feeling brave.
Meeting and pickup information
- Fort East Martello is located on the ocean, directly in front of the airport. Your guide will meet you at the fort's main entrance. Look for the massive anchor and the flag pole.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Sloan's Key West Ghost Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visibly intoxicated or impaired guests will be denied entry and not refunded
- Tour takes place in a low-light environment
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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