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Step into the shadows of Portland's past on a journey through the city's most haunted and historic locations. Explore the streets of Old Town and Chinatown as your guide uncovers tales of restless spirits, unsolved mysteries, true crime, and the dark history hidden beneath the modern city.
Stand along the waterfront where victims of the infamous Shanghaiing trade were once forced aboard ships bound for distant shores. Visit haunted landmarks including Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub, the Roseland Theater, and Old Town Pizza & Brewing, where reports of apparitions, phantom voices, and unexplained encounters continue to this day. Discover how Portland's underground tunnel network helped shape the city's haunted reputation.
This family-friendly walking tour blends authentic history with chilling ghost stories, offering an unforgettable evening of mystery, hauntings, and local legends.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at the Japanese American Historical Plaza Fountain in Tom McCall Waterfront Park, located at the corner of SW Ankeny Street and SW Naito Parkway. Your guide will be waiting near the fountain. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
The tour will conclude in this area.
Itinerary
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1Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub
One of Portland's most famously haunted buildings, Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub sits above a former entrance to the infamous Shanghai Tunnels. Guests will hear tales of unexplained footsteps, phantom music, mysterious cold spots, and the spirits said to linger within this historic Old Town landmark.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Roseland Theater
A legendary Portland music venue with a dark past, the Roseland Theater is connected to one of the city's most notorious true crime stories. Discover the mysterious disappearance of a young employee and the ghostly encounters reported by staff and performers who believe his spirit still roams backstage.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Standing at the entrance to Portland's historic Chinatown, this ornate landmark marks the boundary between two of the city's oldest neighborhoods. Learn about the devastating flood that reshaped Chinatown and the turbulent history that unfolded in the streets surrounding the gateway.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Housed inside the former Merchant Hotel, this beloved Portland pizzeria is said to be haunted by the spirit of a woman known as Nina. Hear the tragic story behind one of the city's most enduring ghost legends while exploring a building that sits directly above sections of the legendary Shanghai Tunnels.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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