Minneapolis: Ghost Walk

Name: Minneapolis: Ghost Walk
Brand: American Ghost Walks
Rating: 4.9 (27 reviews)

90 minutes – 120 minutes

Minneapolis, USA

About this activity

Embark on a chilling journey through Minneapolis' ghostly past. From the haunting Mill Ruins Park to the eerie Foshay Tower, explore the spectral side of the city with expert guides.

Highlights

Explore haunted landmarks like Mill Ruins Park and Foshay Tower
Hear chilling tales from expert guides
Experience the spectral side of Minneapolis

Full description

Delve into the haunted history of Minneapolis on this captivating ghost walk. Traverse the riverfront and downtown as we uncover the mysterious stories behind the city's most notorious landmarks. Witness the spectral remnants of the 1878 mill explosion at Mill Ruins Park, where phantoms of the deceased have been sighted in a gruesome manner. Experience the lingering presence of a former usher at the Guthrie Theater, and learn about the tragic suicides that haunt the Washington Avenue Bridge. Ascend the iconic Foshay Tower, where the ghostly figure of its builder is said to roam the halls. Explore the infamous Minneapolis City Hall, once home to botched public executions and now rumored to house wandering apparitions. Hear chilling tales of encounters with a mysterious man in a fedora at The Depot, and uncover the legends of St. Anthony Main, a former encampment of Union soldiers. Venture into the Soap Factory, where shadowy figures and paranormal activity abound, and learn about the terrifying Smiley Face murder club and mythical Waterman on the Hennepin Avenue Bridge. Join us for an intimate and spine-tingling exploration of Minneapolis' ghostly history.

Included / Excluded

Spooky Guide in English

Meals
Drinks
Tips

Meeting point

Start Location

Mill Ruins Park, Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, USA

Important information

Know before you go

What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

4.5(457 reviews)

Miranda Kathrein

Jul 2026

5.0

My brother and I went on The Resurrection Mary 4-Hour Bus Tour experience with American Ghost Walks in May 2025. Tony was our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and we both had a lot of fun!!! I've always been fascinated with anything Resurrection Mary so this tour was right up my alley. We got to use ghost equipment at a few places and got to stop at a cool Irish bar near the old Willowbrook Ballroom (as well as stop at Chet's Melody Lounge). The highlight was visiting Resurrection cemetery and seeing the front gates up close where Resurrection Mary bent the bars back. My mom is buried in that cemetery and my brother and I will be buried with her when our time comes. My mom and I picked that cemetery specifically because of Resurrection Mary. My mom used to dance at the old Willowbrook ballroom and loved the idea of being near there as well as going to Chet's Melody Lounge (bar) across the street. Thank you for a very fun experience!!! I would highly recommend this tour and our guide Tony. :)

Roger Smith

Jul 2026

5.0

Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about all things ghost and definitely knows his city. He was very friendly and we enjoyed our time.

Nikki Carpenter

Jul 2026

5.0

It was so much fun and educational I’m not from Chicago so this told me about a lot of the history of Chicago. If I ever come back to Chicago will definitely do another.