Nashville Haunted Walking Tour of Dark Secrets, Murder, True Crime and Ghosts
by Nashville Tours - Ghost Tours and Pub Crawls
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$76.72Overview
This 90-minute walking tour in Nashville covers the city’s dark secrets, including murder, true crime, and ghost stories connected to specific locations. The tour begins in Printer's Alley, a narrow entertainment district known for its haunted history. Visitors hear about the ghost of a printer who reportedly died under mysterious circumstances and stories related to the alley’s historic print shops. The group then moves to the Tennessee State Capitol, where the guide shares accounts of the architect William Strickland’s ghost, said to haunt the building since his death in 1854. Visitors learn about reported footsteps, cold spots, and the feeling of being watched inside the Capitol. Access may be limited due to ongoing renovations. Next, the tour stops at Skull's Rainbow Room for about 15 minutes, where the tragic story of Skull Schulman and the history of the Rainbow Room are told. The final stop is a historic hotel built in 1910, known for hauntings linked to political events such as the women’s suffrage movement and former guests who reportedly never left. The tour involves walking and some stairs; guests should wear appropriate shoes and be prepared for mature content. EMF readers are available for purchase or rental. There is an optional upgrade to a luxury bus tour that includes additional haunted locations and stories.
Highlights
What's included
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Itinerary
Printer's Alley
Printer's Alley is a narrow entertainment district in downtown Nashville known for its haunted history. Named after the print shops that operated there since the mid-19th century, the alley has reports of a ghostly printer who died mysteriously. Witnesses say they have seen this spirit dressed in period clothing wandering the lanes.
30 min
Tennessee State Capitol
The Tennessee State Capitol in Nashville is linked to ghost stories about its architect William Strickland, who died before the building’s completion in 1854. Strickland is said to haunt the Capitol, which houses his burial site in the north facade. Visitors report hearing footsteps and feeling cold spots, with some sensing an unseen presence even during the day. The building is currently undergoing renovations that may impact visitor movement.
30 min
Skull's Rainbow Room
This stop covers the tragic story of Skull Schulman and the history of the Rainbow Room, detailing its fall and later revival. The guide spends about 15 minutes at this location sharing the tale.
15 min
Historic Hotel
The tour concludes at a historic hotel dating back to 1910, known for hauntings tied to its role in political events such as the women’s suffrage movement and stories of former guests who allegedly never checked out. Approximately 15 minutes are spent here.
15 min
Meeting point
Meet on the SW side of the TN State Capitol EXACTLY on the corner at the TRAFFIC LIGHT of 7th Ave & Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd in front of the wooden stairs. Do not go up the stairs! Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Parking: Free after 6 PM on weekdays and all weekend in reserved Capitol spots.
End point
Our tour will end in and around Nashville's World Famous Printer's Alley
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Nashville Haunted Walking Tour of Dark Secrets, Murder, True Crime and Ghosts
by Nashville Tours - Ghost Tours and Pub Crawls
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$76.72Overview
This 90-minute walking tour in Nashville covers the city’s dark secrets, including murder, true crime, and ghost stories connected to specific locations. The tour begins in Printer's Alley, a narrow entertainment district known for its haunted history. Visitors hear about the ghost of a printer who reportedly died under mysterious circumstances and stories related to the alley’s historic print shops. The group then moves to the Tennessee State Capitol, where the guide shares accounts of the architect William Strickland’s ghost, said to haunt the building since his death in 1854. Visitors learn about reported footsteps, cold spots, and the feeling of being watched inside the Capitol. Access may be limited due to ongoing renovations. Next, the tour stops at Skull's Rainbow Room for about 15 minutes, where the tragic story of Skull Schulman and the history of the Rainbow Room are told. The final stop is a historic hotel built in 1910, known for hauntings linked to political events such as the women’s suffrage movement and former guests who reportedly never left. The tour involves walking and some stairs; guests should wear appropriate shoes and be prepared for mature content. EMF readers are available for purchase or rental. There is an optional upgrade to a luxury bus tour that includes additional haunted locations and stories.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Printer's Alley
Printer's Alley is a narrow entertainment district in downtown Nashville known for its haunted history. Named after the print shops that operated there since the mid-19th century, the alley has reports of a ghostly printer who died mysteriously. Witnesses say they have seen this spirit dressed in period clothing wandering the lanes.
30 min
Tennessee State Capitol
The Tennessee State Capitol in Nashville is linked to ghost stories about its architect William Strickland, who died before the building’s completion in 1854. Strickland is said to haunt the Capitol, which houses his burial site in the north facade. Visitors report hearing footsteps and feeling cold spots, with some sensing an unseen presence even during the day. The building is currently undergoing renovations that may impact visitor movement.
30 min
Skull's Rainbow Room
This stop covers the tragic story of Skull Schulman and the history of the Rainbow Room, detailing its fall and later revival. The guide spends about 15 minutes at this location sharing the tale.
15 min
Historic Hotel
The tour concludes at a historic hotel dating back to 1910, known for hauntings tied to its role in political events such as the women’s suffrage movement and stories of former guests who allegedly never checked out. Approximately 15 minutes are spent here.
15 min
Meeting point
Meet on the SW side of the TN State Capitol EXACTLY on the corner at the TRAFFIC LIGHT of 7th Ave & Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd in front of the wooden stairs. Do not go up the stairs! Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Parking: Free after 6 PM on weekdays and all weekend in reserved Capitol spots.
End point
Our tour will end in and around Nashville's World Famous Printer's Alley
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.