Indianapolis Ghosts: Ghost Tours and Haunted Pub Crawls
Rating
Family of 4
USD 80
Duration
1.5-2 hours
Best Ages
Big kids to teens (9-17)
About
Indianapolis Ghosts offers one of the city's most entertaining and atmospheric ways to experience local history — through the lens of ghost stories, haunted legends, and paranormal encounters associated with Indianapolis's most historic locations. The guided walking tours take small groups through downtown streets and historic neighborhoods, with expert guides weaving together genuine local history and chilling ghost lore in a format that is engaging, theatrical, and genuinely fun. For families with older children, tweens, and teens who have a taste for the spooky and the mysterious, an Indianapolis Ghosts tour provides a memorable evening outing unlike any typical daytime attraction.
The guides are skilled storytellers who keep the energy high and the stories compelling throughout the tour, covering locations with reported supernatural histories including historic hotels, old theaters, and shadowy alleys that take on an entirely different character after dark. Note that the company also offers haunted pub crawls that are adult-oriented — families should book the dedicated ghost tour options rather than pub crawls. October tours during Halloween season are the most atmospheric and popular, regularly selling out well in advance.
Comfortable shoes and warm layers are essential for evening walking tours in fall.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Setting
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Fall evenings, especially October for Halloween atmosphere
Wait Times
5-10 minutes at meeting point
Nearby Food
Mass Ave and downtown Indianapolis offer excellent family-friendly dining options before or after the tour.
Why Kids Love It
Older kids and teens love the spooky storytelling, eerie walking routes, and the thrill of exploring Indianapolis's haunted history.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Confirm the tour is appropriate for the age of your children before booking — pub crawl formats are adult-focused.
- October dates sell out weeks in advance; book as early as possible.
- Dress warmly for evening fall tours and wear comfortable walking shoes.
What to Bring
- Warm layers for evening walks
- Comfortable walking shoes
- An open mind for ghost stories and local legends
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
USD 80
Tips to Save
- Book the family-friendly ghost tour options rather than pub crawls to keep costs lower.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM