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In 1934, a Hotel Congress firefighter recognized John Dillinger's gang from a tip and a heavy suitcase. That capture made national headlines. But the Hotel Congress has older secrets, and it is only the first haunted stop on this tour.
On this 90-minute, one-mile walk through downtown Tucson you'll visit 8 haunted landmarks: the Hotel Congress and Room 242, the Rialto Theatre and the fire that almost destroyed it, the site of the old Santa Rita Hotel, St. Augustine Cathedral, the Fox Theatre, the Pioneer Hotel fire that changed Arizona's fire codes, a recording studio with uninvited guests, and the rail yard where an O.K. Corral vendetta ended on the tracks.
Every story is originally researched by co-founder and Arizona author Susan Johnson. Mother and son owned, five generations of Arizona roots, 2,000+ verified reviews. Local storytellers, not script readers.
We do not enter buildings; the stories hit harder from the street. Your attendance is gravely appreciated.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our meeting point is on the south side of Toole, close to the intersection of Congress and Toole. If you google "Freaky Foot Tours Tucson" it will take you right there. There’s plenty of paid on street and garage parking nearby. https://downtowntucson.org/explore/parking/map
Itinerary
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Hotel Congress (Pass by)
Tucson's haunted and historic downtown hotel, full of spooky stories and tales of betrayal
Admission ticket free -
Rialto Theatre (Pass by)
Tucson's renowned concert venue, learn about it's seedy and spooky past and the fire that almost destroyed it.
Admission ticket free -
57 S Scott Ave (Pass by)
See the site of the old Santa Rita Hotel where a devastating family tragedy occurred
Admission ticket free -
St. Augustine Cathedral (Pass by)
Hear what spirits walk the halls of this hallowed ground
Admission ticket free -
Fox Theater (Pass by)
We all know ghosts love a good theatrical production
Admission ticket free -
Pioneer Hotel (Pass by)
Learn about a fire that changed Tucson forever
Admission ticket free -
Francisco Studios-Tucson (Pass by)
Many spirits walk the halls of these famous recording studios
Admission ticket free -
Tucson Amtrak Station (Pass by)
Hear about Dillinger's famous escape, and the ghosts that haunted the rail yards from Tucson's wild west past.
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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- 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
- 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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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