New York Ghost Tour: Self-Guided Haunted Walk

New York City, USA
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Duration50m - 1h 20m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

The spirits of New York are restless — and they have stories to tell. This self-guided ghost walk turns your smartphone into a paranormal guide, leading you to the city's most haunted corners with true stories and eerie puzzles.

At each stop, a new ghost story unfolds. Piece together New York's dark history as you solve chilling challenges between haunted locations.

Available 24/7, this 1–2 hour private ghost walk is best played after sunset. No crowds, no guide — just you and the shadows. Available in 5+ languages.

What's included

  • 24/7 customer support.
  • A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
  • A tour guide.
  • Entry tickets to attractions.

What to expect

  1. 5m
    You will begin at St. Marks Church-In-The-Bowery. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
  2. McSorley's Old Ale House
    5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at McSorley’s Old Ale House. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  3. Merchant's House Museum
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Merchant's House Museum. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  4. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Triangle Shirtwaist Factory. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  5. Washington Square Park
    5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Washington Square Arch. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  6. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Emma Lazarus House. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  7. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Jefferson Market Library. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  8. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at 12 Gay St. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  9. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at One if by Land, Two if by Sea. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  10. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Chumley's. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  11. Cherry Lane Theatre
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Cherry Lane Theatre. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  12. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at James J Walker Park. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  13. 5m
    You will finish at Employees Only. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The game starts at St. Mark's Church in-the-Bowery. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

End point

You will finish at Employees Only.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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