Woodstock Ghost Walk: Haunted History Tour

About this activity

Explore the haunted past of Woodstock, Illinois, on a 2-hour ghost walk tour, visiting eerie locations like the Old Courthouse and Main Street PourHouse.

Highlights

  • Explore haunted landmarks like the Woodstock Opera House and Old Courthouse.
  • Learn about local legends and supernatural phenomena.
  • Experience a 2-hour guided tour through Woodstock's paranormal history.

Full description

Step into the chilling tales of Woodstock’s haunted history with the Woodstock Ghost Walk, a captivating 2-hour tour through the paranormal hotspots of this historic Illinois town. Starting in front of The Woodstock Opera House, reputedly haunted itself, your journey will uncover stories of ghostly sightings and supernatural occurrences. Led by knowledgeable guides, you'll visit iconic locations such as the Old Courthouse, where convicted murderer James Dacey met his fate and is said to still linger. Learn about paranormal happenings at Classic Cinemas Woodstock Theatre, the Main Street PourHouse, and other renowned spots known for their spectral visitors. Be prepared for tales that may send shivers down your spine as you walk through TownSquare Park, Liquid Blues, Down2Earth, and more, hearing about UFO sightings, the legendary Bull Valley Monster, and even a sidewalk exorcism. Discover the intriguing lives of famous entertainers who started in Woodstock, including Orson Welles and Ed Asner. Please note: Some stories shared during the tour may be graphic and chilling.

Included / Excluded

  • Spooky guide in English

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.