
As one of America's oldest cities and the birthplace of famous horror writer Edgar Allen Poe, it's easy to see how Baltimore has earned a reputation for being one of the spookier cities in America. The area's rich history has given rise to many awesome ghost tours around town, which are tons of fun around Halloween. These tours also allow you to see and experience different neighborhoods and areas throughout town.
Our real estate agents try to attend at least one Baltimore ghost tour every October. Here are some of their favorites.
- The Original Fell's Point Ghost Walk Tour - Sidewalk Outside Max's Sidebar, 731 South Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
Baltimore's Inner Harbor is one of the country's oldest ports, so it's no surprise that it's the setting for numerous ghost stories. On the Original Fell's Point Ghost Walk, you'll hear the spooky tales of old sailors and others who lived around the Fells Point area. Many have reported seeing the ghost of William Fell walking around in a nice suit during the tour, which takes place just a few blocks from these beautiful Fell's Point homes for sale. Tours run through Saturdays and Sunday evenings through November, and tickets are $15 per person.
- Fell's Point Haunted Pub Walk - Sidewalk Outside Max's Sidebar, 731 South Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
If you'd prefer an adults-only version of the Fells Point Ghost Tour, you might like the Fell's Point Haunted Pub Walk. This tour also takes you along Fell's Point but focuses more on the area's old pubs and restaurants. You'll have the opportunity to enjoy a drink or cocktail at various stops on the tour, which includes "The Horse You Came In On" saloon, a local pub rumored to have been frequented by Poe. You might also catch a glimpse of some of these beautiful Baltimore homes for sale while on the tour.
- Mount Vernon Ghost Tour - 1 Chase Street, Baltimore, MD 21231
Take a spooky walk around Baltimore's cultural center of Mount Vernon, where you'll hear fun ghost stories and learn all about the area's history and architecture. During the Mount Vernon Ghost Tour, you'll visit the Belvedere hotel, considered one of the most haunted locations in Baltimore. If you find that you like this neighborhood, we know of some great Mount Vernon homes for sale. The tour runs Saturdays in October, and tickets are $15 per person.
- Westminster Hall & Burying - 515 West Fayette Street, Westminster Hall & Burying Grounds, Baltimore, MD 21201
Take a ghost walk through the cemetery that is Edgar Allan Poe's final resting place. Westminster Hall & Burying hosts guided tours throughout the Halloween season. This location is a popular spot for paranormal investigators. Tour goers often report seeing walking figures and feeling the touch of cold hands.
- Admiral Fell Inn Ghost Tours - 888 South Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
Another haunted location around Fells Point is the Admiral Inn. This hotel used to be a sailor's boarding house. Many visitors report seeing the ghosts of old butlers and maids around the hotel halls, and room 413 is said to have a very haunted history. Nightly ghost tours are complimentary for guests of the hotel.
Ghost tours are a lot of fun and allow you to learn about an area's history. Contact us today to explore Baltimore listings.