The 9 Most Popular Milwaukee Ghost Tours

1.Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 110 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $32Our pick

Meet at 8 p.m. near Milwaukee Public Market for an outdoor walking tour through downtown and the Third Ward. Your guide connects Milwaukee history with ghost stories at six stops, including Riverside Theater, Pabst Theater, City Hall, and the Pfister Hotel. Guides have included Grant, Rayrie, Jennifer, Noah, and Elvira.

“Jennifer was a great tour guide! Very fun and engaging, and an excellent storyteller! Really made it a special occasion for me and my family 😊”

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2.Shakers Original Historical Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $30

Explore every floor of Shaker’s Cigar Bar in Milwaukee, from the main room to the cellar and upper floors. Guides such as Elizabeth, Kirsten, Joe, Kevin, and Nikki lead stories about the building’s cemetery, speakeasy, brothel, and reported spirits. Expect a small group of up to 15 people, cigar smoke, period details, and a tour that returns to the bar.

“Kirsten brought together the history of the building and area along with the spirit world. The attention to period decor along with cheeky new touches make for an enjoyable and informative experience.”

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3.Lake Geneva Ghost Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $34Top rated

Join American Ghost Walks for a 90-minute to two-hour evening stroll through Lake Geneva. Guides such as Moe, Rita, and Melinda mix ghost stories, Native legends, and local history, with a visit inside Maxwell Mansion Hotel. Groups are limited to nine, and the walk begins at 7:30 p.m.

“Moe was so much fun and so engaging. The information was interesting and delivered in a delightful way.”

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4.Shakers Ghost Tour 2.0

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · from $46

At 10 p.m., enter Milwaukee’s Shakers Cigar Bar for a 90-minute small-group tour through its former cemetery, speakeasy, and brothel. Your guide may include Jennifer, Joe, Kiersten, Amanda, CJ, or Ciji. Expect local stories, upstairs rooms, the basement, an included cocktail, and hands-on work with divination rods.

“The place is definitely creepy but my experience was not very good. Lady was filling in for somebody and did not do a good job.”

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5.Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 19 reviews · 1 hour · from $24Best value

Join an English-speaking guide at 7 PM for a one-hour walk through Milwaukee’s haunted downtown. Hear stories tied to the Hilton Garden Inn, Riverside Theater, Riverwalk, and Pabst Theater. The tour costs $24, runs rain or shine, and suits curious walkers who enjoy local history with a spooky twist.

“We really enjoyed the your. It was a little hard to hear where we started under the freeway but otherwise a great experience!”

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6.The Original Milwaukee Ghost Walk – Third Ward

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet at Milwaukee Public Market at 7:30 p.m. for a guided walk through the Historic Third Ward. You’ll hear stories of fires, tragedy, theater spirits, vanished figures, and alleged hauntings at nine stops. Guides such as Carrie and Tea have led the walk, which suits curious history fans more than serious ghost hunters.

“Yea, our guide was great. He knew lots of historical moments, not just ghost stories. My friend from Cleveland loved it.”

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7.The Ghosts of Milwaukee & the Haunted Third Ward: Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $130

Spend about two hours with a private English-speaking guide exploring Milwaukee’s haunted Third Ward. Start at the Milwaukee Public Market, hear tales of gangs and immigrant life, visit the Old Saloon, the haunted Institute of Beauty and Wellness, and finish at the Pfister Hotel. The tour begins at 7:30 pm and includes time for photos.

“Even thought it was extremely windy and cold the tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and fun. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone new to the city or even a local.”

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8.Milwaukee Downtown Ghost Tour – The Shadow of City Hall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $29

Meet at 7:30 pm for a 90-minute to two-hour walk through downtown Milwaukee with an American Ghost Walks guide. Hear eerie stories at the Pabst Theater, City Hall, Pfister Hotel, and former Newhall House site, then visit the Newsroom Pub, SafeHouse, the Bronze Fonz, and the RiverWalk. The route mixes architecture, local history, and paranormal tales.

“Loved the architecture and history told of the buildings on tour. The ghost part of the story was ok.”

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9.Waukesha Ghost Walks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $25

Meet your guide at the Waukesha Riverwalk entrance for a 90-minute to two-hour walk through Cutler Park, Carroll College, and other local sites. You’ll hear ghost stories, family tales, and Waukesha County lore while seeing the town on foot. The group can include up to 30 people, and the tour returns to its starting point.

“It was awesome! Full of History of Waukesha and the stories are of course told the way the have been but to you do find out which one is true and made up. We had a wonderful time.”

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