St Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour

About this activity

Step into the haunting streets of St. Paul with our mesmerizing ghost tour, where history and the supernatural converge!

Guided by a knowledgeable local, you’ll explore some of the city's most haunted and historically rich sites. Wander through the shadowy alleys and iconic landmarks, from the tragic Forepaugh’s Mansion to the enigmatic Old Smith “Vine” Mansion, each with its own ghostly lore and unsettling tales.

As you cover a mile of haunted ground, immerse yourself in St. Paul’s dark history, which spans over 2000 years. Discover the eerie origins of Cochran Park, known for its spectral sightings, and listen to the whispers at the Nathan Hale Park Statue.

Although we cannot enter private properties, the eerie atmosphere of these historic sites is so vivid that it will undoubtedly send chills down your spine.

Join us for an evening of intrigue, uncovering the chilling stories of murder, mayhem, and restless spirits that haunt St. Paul’s historic district.

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 7 min

   Welcome to Forepaugh’s Mansion in St. Paul, Minnesota, where opulence meets the supernatural. This grand estate, once the site of tragic events and profound loss, is now renowned for its eerie hauntings, with spectral whispers and ghostly apparitions reported in its lavish halls and shadowy corners.

2. Stop 2 · 6 min

   Welcome to Stuart House, the oldest residence on Summit Avenue, built by David Stuart in 1858. This historic home is known for its spectral inhabitant, with reports of a restless spirit lurking in its timeworn rooms and shadowy corners.

3. Stop 3 · 7 min

   Our next stop is a park steeped in dark history and ghostly lore. Cochran Park, established in 1926, was known for its eerie ambiance, particularly around the pool area, where the spirits of children are rumored to linger, their playful yet unsettling presence haunting the park’s shadows and echoes.

4. Stop 4 · 6 min

   Our next stop is the Nathan Hale Park Statue, unveiled in 1907 by the Daughters of the American Revolution to honor the famed patriot, Nathan Hale. This statue is rumored to harbor a ghostly presence, with eerie whispers and spectral sightings adding an unsettling layer to its historical significance.

5. Stop 5 · 6 min

   The Burbank-Livingston-Griggs House in Saint Paul, Minnesota, stands as the second oldest home on Summit Avenue, constructed in 1863 with exquisite Italianate design. This historic mansion is famous for its haunting activity, with accounts of eerie noises and ghostly apparitions lingering in its grand, aged rooms.

6. Stop 6 · 7 min

   Our next stop serves as a grim marker of St. Paul’s shadowy past. The Madame Clifford Statue, a peculiar monument which commemorates the influential figure Nina Clifford. This statue is reputed to be linked to ghostly phenomena, with sightings of a female apparition dressed in 1920s attire reportedly roaming the area, adding an unsettling air to the statue's already intriguing presence.

7. Stop 7 · 6 min

   Our next stop is a chilling chapter in St. Paul’s haunted history: the Chauncey-Griggs Mansion. Built in 1885 by Clarence Johnson in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, this grand estate is famed for its ghostly resident—a maid from the early 20th century who is said to haunt the mansion's opulent rooms and shadowy corridors.

8. Stop 8 · 7 min

   Welcome to the William Butler House, also known as "The Lemon Meringue House," in St. Paul, MN, built in 1914 by William Butler. This historic home is reputed to be haunted, with reports of eerie occurrences and ghostly apparitions, particularly of a former resident who seems to linger in the mansion’s grand, old rooms.

9. Stop 9 · 6 min

   If you’re a fan of The Great Gatsby, our final stop will captivate you. Welcome to the F. Scott Fitzgerald House in St. Paul, MN, where the famous author resided in the early 20th century. This historic home is renowned not only for its literary significance but also for its eerie occurrences. Visitors have reported unsettling sightings of Fitzgerald's apparition and unexplained whispers that echo through the halls, adding a ghostly dimension to the legacy of one of America's greatest novelists.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: Meet your guide outside Forepaugh's 2nd Mansion at 302 Summit Avenue. Your guide will be holding a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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