The Original Madison Ghost Walk - Capitol Square

90 minutes – 120 minutes
Commentary: Guide · en
Madison, USA

Highlights

  • A psychic did a ghost hunt in the Great Dane Pub and Brewery sponsored by a local newspaper, and said she felt the spirit of an old man in the basement break room. She said he was kind and there was nothing to worry about. But that’s not the one they call “The Spooky Room”.
  • The Wisconsin State Capitol has experienced its share of tragedy, do the ghosts of the workmen who perished in a tragic 1883 accident still walk the South Wing?
  • Joe, an actor who sadly ended his own life, was said to haunt the dressing room at the Majestic Theatre for years but he's not the strangest spirit that inhabits the bullding...
  • Madison’s King Street is the oldest part of the city and its been entertaining the living people since the building of the Capitol in the 1850s. We invite you to learn of its secrets, scoundrels, and scares…

Full description

Madison's original ghost tour. This haunted history walking tour of Madison’s historic Capitol Square will give you a unique perspective on the history of the city. Your guides are expert storytellers who will let you in on the ghost stories, urban legends, and paranormal activity that are sprinkled throughout Madison’s past.
This is an outdoor walking tour, so please check the weather before coming and dress accordingly. The tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain. Please wear walking shoes and dress appropriately for walking around outside.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided haunted history walking tour of Madison's King Street and Capitol Square.

Meeting point

Start Location

125 South Webster Street, Madison, WI, USA

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

GetYourGuide
Kassia
Jun 2026
5.0

Matt was very knowledgeable and a wonderful storyteller. The tour was very entertaining and I would highly recommend!

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GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 2026
5.0

Great tour with an incredible history of Old San Juan. Leo was a great guide.

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Brian
Jun 2026
5.0

Natalie was a great guide. She had a lot of interesting stories and fun facts to tell. A great way to learn about Juneau’s history, colourful characters (those alive and deceased) and some detail about its cultural heritage. I strongly recommend this tour. I also want to mention that we were on a cruise ship and had limited time at port; so Natalie was able to modify the tour to meet our time schedule.

Additional information

Not wheelchair accessible