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Join us for a private walking ghost tour of Milwaukee’s haunted historic Third Ward. As the largest city in Wisconsin with an industrial past, it’s no surprise that the city is riddled with spectral stories, which your guide will bring to life for you!
In the mid-nineteenth century, the Third Ward was more commonly called the Blood Third, where roving thugs and gangs operated in the streets. It was also home to elegant hotels, prominent businesses, and hard-working families - which made for decades of reputational clashes in the neighbourhood.
In 1892, a series of fires swept across the Third Ward and the city, leaving behind eery tales of mediums having predicted the fire, of sabotage and revenge - even stories from the fire chief who was awoken in his dreams by a voice to notify him of fires before the rest of the firehouse knew.
Your private spectral tour is two hours and just under two miles, suitable for people of all ages, provided that adults are present with children.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the Milwaukee Public Market - 400 N Water Street, on the corner of St. Paul Ave. and Water St.
Finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links in Milwaukee, and the guide will assist with advising you on your journey.
Itinerary
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1Milwaukee
Visit the Old Saloon, one of the few buildings to survive the 1892 fire, and the Irish Pub, which was a house of ill repute and the site of a jealous lover’s spat turned to horror. Hear tales of the ‘Lady of the Pub’ who has frightened an equal number of employees and guests throughout the years, making appearances in the basement and bathroom mirrors.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Milwaukee Public Market
Begin your tour at the Milwaukee Public Market, hear tales of the immigrant community in the Third Ward and the gangs who ran the night.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The Institute of Beauty & Wellness - Milwaukee
At the Institute of Beauty and Wellness, learn of Timmy - the ghost of a small child who caused more than small scares for students throughout the years.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Pfister Hotel Lobby Lounge
Your tour finishes at the Pfiser Hotel - the city’s most well-known haunted location, where the ghost of Charles Pfiser continues to live. Hear the tales of several pro-baseball players from the Dodgers, the Marlins, and the Giants who each had more than their fair shares of haunted sightings with the hotel ghost.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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