Discover Madison’s haunted past with expert storytellers on a ghost tour of Capitol Square. Unveil urban legends and paranormal tales on this unique walking adventure.
Discover Madison’s haunted past with expert storytellers on a ghost tour of Capitol Square. Unveil urban legends and paranormal tales on this unique walking adventure.
- The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company - Meet the ghosts of The Fess Hotel, built in 1850 as “The Hotel for the Common Man” — is it now the brewery for the common ghost?
- Wisconsin State Capitol - Ghosts of the 1883 catastrophe roam the 4th floor, but people have also seen mysterious figures in the basement.
- Majestic theater - Built in…
- The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company - Meet the ghosts of The Fess Hotel, built in 1850 as “The Hotel for the Common Man” — is it now the brewery for the common ghost?
- Wisconsin State Capitol - Ghosts of the 1883 catastrophe roam the 4th floor, but people have also seen mysterious figures in the basement.
- Majestic theater - Built in 1906, it is the oldest theater in Madison. A strange bodymorphing ghost haunts the balcony while another more playful spirit used to bother the cast of Rocky Horror.
- Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center - Hear the stories of Madison’s own lake monster. Plus, the haunted tragedy of Frank Lloyd Wright, the architect behind the Terrace.
- Tempest Oyster Bar - Numerous employees have reported paranormal activity, but what is its strange connection to a UFO cult?
- Madison Municipal Building - In 1873, prisoners screamed about a strange sphere of light roaming through the old jail, thinking it was the spirit of vengeance.

- Guided haunted history walking tour of Madison’s King Street and Capitol Square.
- Guided haunted history walking tour of Madison’s King Street and Capitol Square.
Madison’s original ghost tour. This eerie history walking tour around Madison’s historic Capitol Square offers a distinctive view of the city’s past. Led by expert storytellers, you’ll hear ghost tales, urban myths, and accounts of paranormal happenings that are woven into Madison’s history.
As this is an outdoor walking tour, be sure to check the…
Madison’s original ghost tour. This eerie history walking tour around Madison’s historic Capitol Square offers a distinctive view of the city’s past. Led by expert storytellers, you’ll hear ghost tales, urban myths, and accounts of paranormal happenings that are woven into Madison’s history.
As this is an outdoor walking tour, be sure to check the weather and dress suitably. The tour proceeds in cold weather and light rain. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and attire fit for outdoor strolling.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.