Experience an eerie 90-minute exploration with Paranormal Investigator Ginger Mason as you uncover haunted sites and ghostly tales in Palmetto, Florida. Discover both history and mystery on this thrilling night tour.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as walking is gentle and at an easy pace with short pauses.
Wildlife
History
Palmetto was established in the late 19th century and has many preserved historic landmarks tied to Florida’s early development and river trade.
Conservation
The local community actively supports preservation of historical sites and promotes eco-friendly tourism to protect natural habitats along the Manatee River.
Silent Slayer Ghost Tours
Experience an eerie 90-minute exploration with Paranormal Investigator Ginger Mason as you uncover haunted sites and ghostly tales in Palmetto, Florida. Discover both history and mystery on this thrilling night tour.
Silent Slayer Ghost Tours is a Tampa, Florida-based paranormal tour company that leads guided ghost and history experiences across the Tampa Bay Area. The company offers a range of public tours, private events, and after-hours ghost hunts at historic sites including Tarpon Springs, Palmetto, Safety Harbor, Brooksville, and downtown Tampa. Tours combine local history, storytelling, and hands-on investigation, with participants using real ghost-hunting equipment and proven methods such as the Estes Method and portal sessions.
Named investigators and investigators lead specific trips—examples include Ace Chapman in Tarpon Springs, Ginger Mason in Palmetto, Paige Horton in downtown Tampa, and Cynthia Dominick in Safety Harbor—bringing individual expertise and local knowledge to each experience. Experiences range from ninety-minute walking history and ghost tours to specialized overnight hunts at locations like the May-Stringer House and Brooksville Train Depot, plus themed group options such as the Bus of Horrors and Horror Bus: Halloween Edition.
Silent Slayer Ghost Tours emphasizes safety, guided exploration, and authentic investigation techniques without sensationalizing locations. Each tour lists the sites visited and the investigation style, and guests are invited to participate with equipment, ask questions, and observe investigative procedures. Private party and themed bus experiences are available for groups seeking a mix of entertainment and hands-on paranormal investigation. Silent Slayer Ghost Tours serves guests who want a structured, educational, and immersive paranormal experience in and around Tampa, Florida. Guides provide context, historical references, and supervised investigative demonstrations to ensure an informative, engaging, and safe experience for curious visitors of all ages.
Tours Offered
10
Variety of haunted experiences
Locations Served
Tampa Bay Area
Tampa, Tarpon Springs, Brooksville, more
Expert Guides
Named investigators
Local paranormal specialists lead tours
Real Equipment
Professional gear
Uses professional gear and investigation methods
Reserve a spot on a walking tour, book a private bus event, or join an after-hours hunt with experienced investigators.
Bring a flashlight
Even though you'll be exploring in town, some locations are dimly lit; a flashlight helps with navigation and adds to the spooky vibe.
Wear comfortable shoes
You’ll be walking on varied surfaces including sidewalks and possibly rougher terrain, so sturdy footwear is important.
Charge your phone
You might want to capture photos or videos, and some ghost-hunting equipment apps require phone battery life.
Be prepared for cooler evenings
Florida nights can get cool, especially in fall and winter, so layering clothes is helpful.
Flashlight
Helps illuminate dark areas and enhances the ghost-hunting experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary to handle walking on sidewalks and historic paths comfortably.
Light jacket or sweater
Keeps you warm during cooler fall and winter nights.
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Mosquito repellent
Protects against insects during warmer summer evenings.
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