The Original Madison Ghost Walk - State Street

From$25
90 minutes – 120 minutes
Commentary: Guide · en
Madison, USA

About this activity

Explore the spooky side of Madison, Wisconsin with our ghost walk on State Street. Hear unique and eerie tales while walking around Capitol Square.

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
  • 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…
  • Explore haunted history on State Street.
  • Outdoor ghost walk in Madison, WI.
  • Discover spooky tales in Capitol Square.
  • Experience haunted Madison with us.
  • Uncover ghost stories in Wisconsin's capital.
  • Learn secrets of Madison's history.

Full description

Discover the history and ghost stories of Madison, Wisconsin, with our ghost walk on the State Street side of Capitol Square. We take the time to research our stories to make sure you hear interesting and spooky tales you haven’t heard before.
This is an outdoor walking tour, so please wear walking shoes. Please check the weather before coming. The tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain, so dress appropriately for walking around outside.

Included / Excluded

  • Tour Guide

Meeting point

Start Location

Wisconsin Veterans Museum, West Mifflin 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

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Hanah Brock
Sep 2026
5.0

This was an INCREDIBLE experience! The guide was kind, funny, and very knowledgeable. He even brought extra tools for the entire group! 10/10. HIGHLY recommend. We will be taking more tours with this company!

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Tammi Chappell
Sep 2026
5.0

We had such a great time on the Lincoln Park Ghost Walk! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, fun, and made the whole experience very interactive. We learned so much about the history and ghost stories of the area while still laughing and having a great time along the way. It was a beautiful night in Chicago, which made the walk even better. Such a fun and unique way to experience the city! We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Chicago or looking for something different to do. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Annie Lytle
Sep 2026
5.0

The guide was very knowledgeable about a wide range of topics and kept all of us on the tour fully engaged. I wouldn't hesitate to tale the tour again if I'm ever back in the area.

Additional information

Not wheelchair accessible