The Birmingham Downtown Ghost Self-Guided Walking Tour

4.4
(12 reviews)

40 to 55 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Where does Hank Williams Haunt? How did Madam Lou save the Magic City? Who haunts the Clark Building? Why did the Axe Syndicate hack up the locals?

On our GPS Navigated, spookily narrated and music infused solo walking tour you'll discover Birmingham at your own pace and on your own schedule. Go anytime. The tour never expires. And for the price it's the best deal in the south.

You’ll hear tales of the ghost of Hank Williams, The Axe Syndicate, old Madam Lou, the children that haunt the Clark Building and the librarian that just won’t give up his duties, to name a few. This spooky and historical adventure begins at the front doors of the haunted Redmont Hotel.

What's Included

Go anytime, at your own pace and schedule. It's a Smart phone guided tour.
After the on location tour a virtual tour unlocks, listen anytime
GPS Navigated Tour on the App
Learn about Birmingham's ghostly and haunted past!
Never expires, go at your own pace and schedule
There are no human tour guides, this is self guided on our smart phone app
No hotels, no food or drink

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

When it opened in 1925 the Redmont was one of the most luxurious hotels in the area competing with the Tutwiler, the last stop on our tour. Today it's known for it's famous haunts. Our tour starts here and will guide you through Birmingham and discover it's ghosts.

End point

Our tour ends at the haunted Tutwiler hotel (Hampton Inn), just a short walk from our start at the Redmont. Here you'll hear the ghostly stories of the people that once walked it's halls, and still do!

Itinerary

Duration: 40 to 55 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Our tour starts at the historic Redmont hotel where you'll hear the stories of the ghost, some of the world-famous, that walk its halls. Do you know who haunts Birmingham?

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The YMCA is haunted, and it's also the site of the old jail. You'll hear the story of the Hawes riots where it happened and the ghosts that haunt this spot today.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Love will prevail not matter the obstacles, or so they thought. Two star struck lovers came here to unite in marriage, but in the end Father Coyle paid the price with his life. And it's said today his ghost haunts it's halls. Let me show you were and tell you their story.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We will enter this creepy scary alley at this spot and follow it to the end. And you'll hear about Henry the Hacker and the Axe Syndicate that once terrorized Birmingham killing dozens.

    3 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Known as the Clark Building, this spot has 2 spooky ghosts that haunt the second floor eternally looking out to see if their papa will return. Let's see if we can spot them on the tour.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Who was Madam Lou and how did the brothel queen save the city of Birmingham? Take the tour to find out.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Libraries hold a wealth of information. They also hold the spirts of the past. As you do walk through Linn Park, do watch your back. Who knows what could be lurking in the dark. And we wills top at the Linn Henley Research Library.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Our final stop ends near where we began. You'll hear the story of the residents that haunt the old Tutwiler and with some luck you might just see one in action.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ghost Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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