Explore Haunted Grand Rapids: A Chilling Historic Walking Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; moderate walking on city sidewalks.
Overview
Discover the haunted history of Grand Rapids on a 2-hour walking tour featuring storytelling by costumed authors. Explore sites like the AT&T Building and Pantlind Hotel while hearing chilling tales of the city’s supernatural past.
Ghosts of Grand Rapids - Historic Walking Tour - West
All Ages • 2 Hours
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About This Adventure
Experience the eerie allure of Grand Rapids on a captivating Ghost Tour, where history meets the supernatural. Guided by authors portraying historical figures, uncover chilling tales of haunted sites like the AT&T Building and Pantlind Hotel. This unique journey promises an unforgettable blend of storytelling and local lore.
Grand Rapids' original Ghost Tours. Often imitated, never duplicated. Join the researchers that brought the Ghost of Grand Rapids to light.
Duration
Approximately 2 hours
About
Join the author(s) for an evening of Grand Rapids history mixed with the paranormal world. Each tour guide will portray a member of Grand Rapids' past to heighten your historical experience. The Ghosts of Grand Rapids Walking Tour begins and ends at Grand Rapids Public Library and covers just over a mile.
- Learn the real story behind the legend of the AT&T Building
- Listen to the dark history of the Pantlind Hotel
- Discover the story of the cursed Ashton Building
- Hear about a get-rich-quick scheme that involved the murder of an entire family
- Many more haunted locations!!
More Info
All Tours require advance registration and payment. However, if any tickets are remaining the day of the tour, they will be available on site.
What to Bring
Tours will run rain or shine–please dress for the weather.
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable shoes
This 2-hour walking tour covers several city blocks on paved streets; sturdy, comfortable footwear is a must.
Bring a flashlight for evening tours
Although some tours occur at dusk, a flashlight can help with footing and adds to the spooky vibe.
Book in advance
Tours fill up quickly, especially on weekends; reserve your spot online to guarantee availability.
Check the weather forecast
Dress appropriately for outdoor walking tours, as they proceed rain or shine.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban squirrels
- Migratory birds common in the Grand River corridor
History
Grand Rapids evolved as a furniture manufacturing powerhouse in the late 1800s, shaping much of its historic architecture explored on this tour.
Conservation
The tour encourages responsible urban exploration and supports ongoing preservation of historic downtown buildings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating paved urban routes comfortably.
Light jacket or sweater
Fall evenings can be chilly; layering is helpful.
fall specific
Flashlight or phone light
Useful for visibility during dusk or night tours.
Camera or smartphone
Capture photos of historic architecture and scenery.