The 15 Most Popular Phoenix Ghost Tours

1.Wings of Fire & Whispers of the Desert Phoenix Ghost Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 240 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $32Our pick

At 8 pm, a guide such as Lucas, Adam, Marley, or another storyteller leads you through central Phoenix. You’ll hear researched tales at Teeter House, Rosson House, St. Mary’s Basilica, Hotel San Carlos, Hanny’s, and more. Expect a short urban walk, mostly outdoor storytelling, with an extended option for additional lore.

“I am here for a veterinary conference and was looking for things to do when not attending lectures. My friend and I did the ghost tour and it was very informative and fun.”

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2.Phoenix Murders and Mysteries Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · from $75Top rated

Spend 2 to 3 hours tracing Phoenix murders, mysteries, and ghost stories with guides such as Jared, Bailey, Amy, and Jarrod. Visit sites including Rosson House, Orpheum Theatre, Union Station, Pioneer and Military Memorial Park, and the Maricopa County Justice Museum. Expect a small group of no more than 14 people, mostly viewed from an air-conditioned vehicle.

“Jared was fantastic! He has an excellent knowledge and repertoire of the HAUNTED areas of Phoenix. I would wholeheartedly recommend this tour for anyone interested in the paranormal!”

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3.Phoenix History, Mystery and Ghosts Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 97 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Spend about two hours walking through downtown Phoenix with a guide such as Nadine, Sara, Arianna, or Erika. Hear stories tied to Teeter House, Rosson House, St. Mary’s Basilica, Melindas Alley, and Hanny’s, then use ghost-hunting tools at selected stops. The tour blends history, mystery, and hands-on investigation rather than promising nonstop scares.

“I enjoyed the tour. The stories were interesting and the guide was great. I had an experience at the Rosson house that I can’t explain”

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4.Ghosts & Poltergeists Guided Haunted Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 67 reviews · from $27

Meet your lantern-carrying US Ghost Adventures guide near Teeter House at 8 PM for a one-hour walk through haunted downtown Phoenix. Hear stories tied to Hotel San Carlos, Rosson House, Melinda’s Alley, murder, tragedy, and unexplained events. Guides such as Marley, Brandon, and Annette have led especially engaging tours, though the route and length can vary.

“Our tour guide was amazing! the tour lasted from 8pm until 11:30 am (extended tour) and while my feet were certainly tired I was amazed at all the information our tour guide was able to provide. I highly recommend!”

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5.Phoenix Ultimate Dead of Night Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33

At 10:30 pm, follow a guide through downtown Phoenix for about two hours, stopping at the Rosson House, Hotel San Carlos, Hanny’s, and other haunted sites. Expect local history, reported paranormal encounters, photos, and stories of fires, former medical rooms, restless children, and a woman in red. Guides have included Thomas, Lucas, and Brandon.

“The guide ruined the experience for us. He was very monotone and uninformative with the stops that we made. We left the tour early”

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6.Phoenix Haunted Pub Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join Spirit of Arizona Tours at 7:30 pm for a three-hour Phoenix ghost tour with stops at George and Dragon English Pub, Clarendon Hotel, and Hotel San Carlos. Guides such as Bailey, Jarrod, and Jared have led the route with humor and local history. The group is limited to 14 people, with transport between sites.

“This was by far one of the best ghost tours I have done. Bailey was great and made the entire experience wonderful! I cannot recommend this tour enough.”

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7.Haunted Jails, Rails and Grave Tales Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Walk through downtown Phoenix with Get Ghosted Phoenix for two hours of haunted stories and hands-on investigation. You’ll visit old jails, the Icehouse, Union Station, the Old Courthouse, and Luhrs Central Building. Guides including Ryan and Braydon have led the tour, which uses EMF detectors, spirit boxes, and dowsing rods.

“Between my hubby and me, I'm the believer and he's the skeptic, and we both thouroughly enjoyed the tour! Our tour guide Braydon (sp?) provided an EMF detector and dousing rods with explanations on how to use them, and I swear there were two locations where not only was the EMF going off but the rods were CLEARLY responding to something. :D In addition to the ghostly history, we also learned a bit about the history of the Phoenix downtown area in general, which we appreciated as this was our first visit to PHX. Really good evening walking tour. Weather was perfect too. Easy to find and lots of street…”

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8.The Millz Have Eyez Tempe Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Join Get Ghosted Phoenix for a two-hour walk through downtown Tempe, stopping at five historic sites linked to fires, former hotels, churches, and reported spirits. Guide David uses EMF detectors, spirit boxes, dowsing rods, and flashlights to make the tour hands-on. The group is capped at 15 people.

“This was our first Ghost Tour, and we loved it! David was our Ghost Guide and did a wonderful job directing us to haunted sites in the Tempe, AZ area and providing detailed information. He gave the four people in our party spirit boxes, EMF monitors, dowsing rods and flashlights, which added to the mystery of the tour.. We loved his ghoulish humor and the ceremony he performed as he presented us with our personalized certificates. Thank you, David!!!”

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9.Central Phoenix Screamix Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Walk downtown Phoenix with an English-speaking guide such as Ryan or Jimbo, stopping at seven historic sites tied to fires, scandals, morgues, and reported spirits. You will use EMF detectors, spirit boxes, dowsing rods, and an iPad while hearing stories at the Hotel San Carlos, Westward Ho, Orpheum Theater, and more.

“My sister and I took this tour and had so much fun! A great combination of history and ghost hunting. Walking around downtown gave us a great tour of the older buildings with a story to go with each. I would highly recommend this to anyone. Ryan was a great guide!”

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10.Phoenix Dead of Night Ghost Hunt Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Start at St. Mary’s Basilica at 10 p.m. for a two-hour walking ghost hunt through downtown Phoenix. You’ll visit Hanny’s basement, Historic City Hall, and the Icehouse while using an EMF detector, digital recorder, spirit box, and laser grid. The tour is in English and limited to 20 people.

“Horrible! Paid for 4 stops and 2 hours of “guided tours” tour guide took us to the wrong spot and told to walk around for an hour and never even saw the stuff we paid for. Extremely disappointed and requested a refund. Don’t know if it will happen but here’s hoping. Would rate 0 stars based on tonight.”

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11.Spooks, Spirits and Speakeasy Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $39

Spend 90 minutes walking through haunted downtown Phoenix with a guide, EMF detector, spirit box, and dowsing rods. Visit Rosson House, St. Mary’s Basilica, Melinda’s Alley, Hanny’s, and other landmarks before ending at a haunted speakeasy beneath the old red-light district. The small group size is capped at 18.

“Great history and interesting stories. Enjoyed the night. Our tour guide was wonderful! Didn't feel rushed, got time to use the equipment and wonder around a bit.”

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12.History, Mystery and Ghost Hunting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 7 reviews · 30 min · from $45

Meet your English-speaking guide at Que Sazon and walk about 1.5 miles through downtown Phoenix. You’ll visit Heritage Square, St. Mary’s Basilica, Hotel San Carlos, Melindas Alley, Hanny’s, and more while using EMF detectors and a spirit box. Guide Nadine adds local history to the ghost stories.

“l histoire sur Phœnix intéressant par contre sir les phantasmes non. ne pas confondre les 2. rien à voir.”

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13.Haunted Walking Tour of Mill Avenue

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Walk Mill Avenue by lantern light with a historian-trained guide such as Bunny or Hayl. Hear ghost stories tied to real events while stopping outside the Hayden Flour Mill, Casa Loma, the Hayden House, and other historic sites. The two-hour tour stays outdoors, starts and ends at the flour mill, and accepts up to 20 people.

“My tour guide was Bunny, and she did a phenomenal job blending ghost stories with history about the area. I would highly recommend taking this tour.”

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14.Murders & Mysteries True Crime Car Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2h 30m · from $75

Join Bailey or another English-speaking guide for a 150-minute car tour through Phoenix’s true-crime and ghost stories. You’ll visit a 1950s Mafia-style assassination site, the original county courthouse, a haunted theater, a former murderer’s home, and the Winnie Ruth Judd house. Transportation, fees, and taxes are included.

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15.Ultimate Dead of Night Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1 hour · from $30

Meet Lucas or another US Ghost Adventures guide at 10:30 PM outside Phoenix’s Rosson House for a one-mile walk through haunted downtown. Hear local stories tied to Hotel San Carlos, the abandoned First Baptist Church, and other sites. Buildings are viewed from outside, and you can rent an EMF detector to test the night for paranormal activity.

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