Almost every step through the West Village encounters the ghosts and spirits of New York City’s past. Walk through the haunted streets of Greenwich Village. Stand above the hidden tomb of 20,000 yellow fever victims, catch a glimpse of a turn-of-the-century revolution set on an endless loop, hear tales of modern tragedy and murder, and trace the steps of our famous forefathers, who tend to linger past their expiration date.

Our Haunted History Tour offers a unique blend of history, mystery, and spine-tingling tales that you won't find anywhere else. From the chilling tales of Washington Square Park to the haunted homes of literary legends, our tour is a captivating experience for all ghost lovers.
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✔  Licensed Guide
✖  Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

Tour departs from the northwest corner of 6th Avenue (Avenue of the Americas) and Waverly Place, in front of the Waverly Diner on 6th Avenue.

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Itinerary
1
Washington Square Park The tour will visit the Hanging Elm and the Washington Square Arch to see who haunts these locations.
2
Church of the Ascension Visit the spirit of glass window designer who also painted the altar of the church.
3
Walk in the footsteps of literary legend Mark Twain and visit his haunted home, where his spectral presence fuels the imagination and sends shivers down your spine.
4
the American author who is most known for writing the sonnet "The New Colossus".
5
Hidden cemetery from 1805

Duration:  10 minutes

6
Jefferson Market Library Jefferson Market Library once was a courthouse,

Duration:  10 minutes

7
Former resident

Duration:  10 minutes

8
75 1/2 Bedford Street Former home of Edna St. Vincent Millay, where she authored "Little Girl Ghost".

Duration:  10 minutes

9
The Northern Dispensary Where the sick sought medical attention.

Duration:  10 minutes

10
Carriage house of the former 3r Vice President of the United States

Duration:  10 minutes

11
Cherry Lane Theatre Oldest continuously run off Broadway Theater

Duration:  10 minutes

12
Formerly Chumley's, a speakeasy

Duration:  5 minutes

13
Tour ends with the light hearted FRIENDS Building

Duration:  5 minutes

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
•  Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Price:
From $39
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
2 hours
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.