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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.
Tour Highlights of the Ghosts of Greenwich Village
The Hanging Elm: Discover the macabre history behind The
Hanging Elm, where the spirits of the unfortunate still linger, sharing their stories from beyond.
Washington Square Park: Immerse yourself in the chilling tales of the past as we journey through the enigmatic Washington Square Park, where ghostly whispers echo through the night.
Triangle Shirtwaist Factory: Understand the tragic events that unfolded at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, where the echoes of the past still resonate with sorrow and pain.
Mark Twain's House of Death: 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.
Hidden Cemetery at Congregation Shearith Isreal: Uncover the secrets of the Hidden Cemetery, where the past meets the present in a hauntingly beautiful intersection of history and mystery.
Jefferson Market Library: Wave to the friendly woman who smiles and then fades away at this former courthouse and site of an old jail.
House of Mayor Jimmy Walker: where the former mayor's ghost is rumored to be still living out his flamboyant life.
Aaron Burr's Carriage House: Will dear Theodosia and her father, Aaron Burr, sing a duet in this old carriage house?
Cherry Lane Theatre: Experience the eerie allure of the Cherry Lane Theatre, where ghostly inhabitants are said to perform for an audience of the afterlife.
Chumley’s: a secret speakeasy whose long-dead Manhattan-loving owner still sips her cocktails at her favorite table.
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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