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Seattle Pioneer Square Ghost Tour and Pub Crawl

★ 4.2 (5 reviews) · By Ghost City Tours of Seattle

Raise a glass to Seattle's haunted past on this adults-only ghost tour and pub crawl through historic Pioneer Square. Explore one of the city's oldest neighborhoods as your guide shares chilling tales of devastating fires, notorious vice districts, gambling halls, unsolved tragedies, and the restless spirits said to linger after dark.

Visit legendary locations including Smith Tower, Merchants Cafe & Saloon, J&M Cafe & Cardroom, and other historic landmarks while uncovering the stories behind Seattle's most famous hauntings. Learn how the Great Seattle Fire, the Klondike Gold Rush, prohibition-era nightlife, and Seattle's underground history helped shape the ghost stories that still captivate visitors today.

Perfect for history lovers, paranormal enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a unique night out, this 21+ experience blends haunted history, local legends, and nightlife into an unforgettable evening in the Emerald City.

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Duration 2 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Duration 2 hours
Languages English
Group size Up to 12
Ages Adult 21–99
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

What's included

Included

  • A guided haunted pub crawl

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    Located near the birthplace of Seattle's modern fire service, this stop explores the devastating Great Seattle Fire of 1889 that destroyed much of downtown and transformed the city forever. Hear stories of heroism, tragedy, and the lingering spirits said to haunt the underground remnants of old Seattle.

    20 minutes
  2. Stop 2

    Once the tallest building west of the Mississippi, Smith Tower is one of Seattle's most iconic landmarks. Discover legends surrounding the famous Chinese Room, the Wishing Chair, and the ghostly figures reportedly seen wandering the halls, elevators, and observation levels after dark.

    20 minutes
  3. Stop 3

    One of Seattle's oldest continuously operating bars, Merchants Cafe & Saloon has a long history of saloons, vice, and ghostly encounters. Learn about the apparitions, mysterious whispers, and paranormal activity that have made this historic Pioneer Square institution a favorite among ghost hunters.

    20 minutes
  4. Stop 4

    Often considered Seattle's oldest bar, J&M Cafe & Cardroom has welcomed generations of gamblers, gold seekers, sailors, and night owls. Hear tales of phantom footsteps, unexplained noises, and the mysterious apparition of a former employee who may still be keeping watch over this historic establishment.

    20 minutes

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

Meet your guide outside Baba Yaga Bar at 124 S Washington St, Seattle, WA 98104, near the corner of S Washington St and 1st Ave S. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Guests must be 21+ and present a valid government-issued photo ID.

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Free cancellation

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
  • 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
  • May be cancelled for bad weather
  • May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers

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