The Millz Have Eyez: Tempe Ghost Tour Adventure
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–2.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as the tour involves moderate walking and standing without strenuous activity.
Overview
Explore haunted Tempe on a private ghost tour featuring the Hayden Flour Mill and Café Boa. Experience ghost hunting and hear real eerie tales after dark.
The Millz Have Eyez: Tempe Ghost Tour
Ages 5+ • 2 Hours
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About This Adventure
Experience the spine-tingling allure of Tempe's haunted history on The Mills Have Eyes ghost tour. Explore eerie sites like the Hayden Flour Mill and Café Boan, while uncovering ghostly tales and engaging in hands-on ghost hunting. Perfect for thrill-seekers and history enthusiasts, discover Tempe's darker side after dark.
The Mills Have Eyes: Tempe Ghost Tour 👻🌾
Tempe may be known for its college town energy—but after dark, the real history comes alive.
Join us for The Mills Have Eyes, a chilling and entertaining walking tour through downtown Tempe’s most haunted and historic sites. From tragic fires to mischievous spirits, this tour dives deep into the eerie side of the city’s past.
👣 Tour Stops Include:
- Hayden House (Tempe Authority)
- Hayden Flour Mill
- Café Boa
- Hackett House
- Varsity
- First Congregational Church
- Tempe Hardware Store
Expect real ghost stories, strange history, and even a little hands-on ghost hunting—we’ll bring the paranormal equipment, you bring the curiosity.
Perfect for date nights, thrill seekers, history buffs, and anyone looking to experience a different side of Tempe.
🎓 College town by day. Haunted hot spot by night.
Additional info
tips not included. Please wear comfortable walking shoes (we’ll be covering uneven and rocky terrain on part of the tour)
Water is strongly recommended, especially during summer months
Adventure Tips
Bring a flashlight
Some parts of the tour include walking through dimly lit areas, so a flashlight ensures safe navigation.
Wear comfortable shoes
You’ll be walking and standing for about two hours on uneven surfaces.
Dress for cool desert evenings
Evenings in Tempe can get chilly, especially in cooler months, so layering is recommended.
Arrive early
Arriving 10-15 minutes before the scheduled tour start helps to check in and get settled.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Nocturnal bats around the mill area
- Sonoran Desert owls in nearby trees
History
Tempe’s Hayden Flour Mill played a crucial role in the city’s development since 1892, harboring many ghost stories tied to its past workers.
Conservation
The area encourages visitors to respect historic structures and minimize noise pollution to preserve both cultural heritage and local wildlife.
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Recommended Gear
Flashlight
Provides illumination during dark portions of the tour.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supports your feet during extended walking on uneven sidewalks and terrain.
Light jacket or layers
Keeps you warm during cooler desert nights.
fall specific
Water bottle
Helps you stay hydrated during hotter months.
summer specific