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History and Ghost Tours of Old Town

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The Ghost Tour of Old Town - New Mexico's oldest Ghost Walk - Since 2001

12pm - Public High Noon History, Legends & Lore Tour - Guided Old Town Stroll

6pm PRIVATE GHOST TOUR of Old Town - 90 Minutes

Virtual History, Legends and Lore Old Town Stroll of Albuquerque

PRIVATE History, Legends and Lore Guided Old Town Stroll - 10am or 2pm

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History and Ghost Tours of Old Town - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

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Albuquerque's Ghost Walk ~ The Ghost Tour of Old Town ~ Since 2001!

L egends, folklore, ghost stories and history come to life as you depart on an intriguing excursion through 306 years of haunted history. Old Town is the birthplace of Albuquerque, founded in 1706, and for more than three centuries people have lived and died around the Old Town Plaza. The historic buildings and dark alleys conceal the long-forgotten secrets of battles, murders, hangings, and hidden cemeteries.

GHOST Tours are held most nights at 8:00pm

Reservations must be made and tickets purchased prior to 6:00pm on the night you wish to attend.

Book Moonlight Ghost Tour

Same great Ghost Tour, at a spookier, later 10:00pm time!

Discover the darker side of Old Town by the light of the moon...

The Ghost's of wild Saloons, roaring dance halls, illicit opium dens and private gambling tables (and the lynchings, hangings and gunfights which often accompanied the activity of these establishments) are detailed during our 90 minute adventures.

GHOST HUNTING EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE TO RENT

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THE SPOOK TROOP! Junior Ghost Hunting Tours - just for Kids

(With a well behaved Adult)

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Text or Call: (505) 246-TOUR (8687) / Email: [email protected]

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Mary - Albuquerque, New Mexico

My friend Steve and I recently took the Ghost tour and had a wonderful time - Highly recommend to everyone.

Regards, Mary

Mark & Taylor M. - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I took the tour on an unusually rainy night in Albuquerque, only adding to the ambience. After a detailed lecture on the different aspects of ghost hunting by a bandaged hand guide, I felt I was ready to conquer the ghosts of Old Town. We started at a closed business with an eeire upstairs area. After a brief history of the building, we surveyed the area with different electronic equipment. Our guides pointed us to the most interesting areas. Now we departed to a small church, after a mysterious story of a weeping lady dressed in black. This was the most intruiging part of the tour. Finally we went to a 'new' area, again fortunately covered from the onpouring rain. We again made our rounds with the electronic devices, and digital cameras constantly flashing. The group met back at the beginning, talking about summaries and any strange events involved.

I've lived in Albuquerque for 20 years and learned more about Old Town during this tour than all my years in the city. I would recommend this tour to anyone; visitor or long time resident. Even though no ghosts were officially spotted, but orbs were, this was an enjoyable time by all.

Doug - Stockholm, Sweden

I just wanted to say that we took the Ghost Tour and our tour guide did a very good job and kept our family of 4 well entertained. The tour guide obviously loves his job and loves telling stories and our family appreciated this. In addition the tour guide had a very detailed grasp of the history of the region. We just wanted to make you aware of his great job. Cheers, Doug =========

Michael J - West Allis

Ghost Tour of Old Town

My wife and I spent a lovely five+ days in Albuquerque recently... one of the highlights was the Ghost Tour (our tour guide did a great job). I write a blog for our local community newspaper. Feel free to link to it if you see something you like. Thanks again for helping to make a memorable vacation!

We spent most of the day in Old Town doing the tourist stuff and buying souvenirs (again, just about every store was giving away bowling T-shirts for $5 to $7 bucks). In one flyer or another, there was a write up about a Old Town Ghost Tour, so my wife and I bought our tickets and came back at 8:00 for the tour. I don't believe in ghosts in any way, shape or form, but the tour guide did tell fun stories... usually about bloody murder. My wife on the other hand, bought into it hook, line and sinker and took hundreds of pictures because the tour guide said that many people could see supernatural images in photos. Luckily our digital camera was able to erase the 25 pictures of the same thing that she took!

M'Lee B. - Albuquerque

Private Group - Ghost Tour of Old Town

We totally enjoyed our tour Saturday night. It's been the talk 'round the water fountain. We are checking our photos for orbs and compairing their size.

Thanks for everthing!

Ami C. - Albuquerque

Outlaws, Lawmen & Ghosts Tour

The Outlaws show is AWESOME! You can expect to go down dark alleys, lover's paths, sanctuaries where strange noises can actually be heard, looking for the fellow ghosts of old town. Not only do you learn about the ghosts but also the history that makes Albuquerque what it is today. I highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to step back into time of old town.

Carrie S. - Bradenton, Florida

I was on one of your tours and I LOVED the tour! I have been wanting to go on one of these for a LONG time! It was Exactly what I expected and our guides (sorry, I am horrible with names) were GREAT! I was extremely happy knowing that I was being guided by professionals! I rated my Vacation in New Mexico as the BEST I have taken thanks to your tour and the pictures I was able to get :)

Thanks again!

Fran H. - New York

I took two Ghost Tours last week when I was in Old Town. I am still somewhat a skeptic but I found it to be lots of fun and had a good time both times I went. The tour guides were really good. I took some pictures which I will upload to my computer this weekend. I hope that I got something. Thank you for running such great tours and I really enjoy them and I would recommend them to everyone who visits Old Town. Thank you again.

Mike & Janet A.

We had a wonderful time on your Ghost Tour last evening. Very informative and fun. We took several pictures that contained a few interesting "extras". Even if our photos didn't capture "ghosts", the historic learning and letting our imaginations take flight during the two hour walking experience is what will stay with us, while taking pictures merely added to "mystery element" of the tour. We throughly enjoyed getting out into the night air and allowing ourselves to experience the curiosity and innocence that children naturally employ. Your tour content made it very easy to "play".

We were not disappointed!

Thank you, Mike & Janet ==========

John - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Honestly, the ghost tour that I took with your tour guide was so awesome I did not even really notice that it was freezing cold outside. He was very interesting. He lead the group through old town telling us stories and entertaining us. He his hilarious and fits in with the tours personality. He never tried to by scary in a cheesy way. I also learned a lot of interesting things about old town. This new knowledge gave me perspective, and made the tour more exciting. Living here in albuquerque, I have recommended this tour to many local people. I also recommend it to visitors coming into town for a little local spice.

FIVE STARS - GHOST TOUR COMPLIMENTS!

Robert D.B. – Albuquerque, NM

I would like to thank Tours of Old Town for a truly informative and entertaining tour on Saturday evening. Our tour guide did an outstanding job of bringing the ghosts and history of old town to life. I am a life long resident of Albuquerque and a descendant of three founding families of Albuquerque and have always enjoyed spending time in Old Town with my children but until Our tour guide's incredible tour on Saturday, I was completely unaware of some of the more interesting aspects of Old Town. Our tour group consisted of all Albuquerque residents and our tour guide did a superb job of keeping everyone hanging on her wonderfully woven tales of ghostly things and historic background. I was so impressed, I am planning on returning for additional tours as our guides have suggested and will bring more people with me. My two sons who were also on the tour could not stop talking about how exciting and informative it was. I wish their teachers at school were as dynamic and interesting. Keep up the great work!

Kim C. – Bakersfield, CA

Our tour guides are fantastic. In fact, they actually were better than the Ghost tours I had in the California Gold Country, San Francisco, and in London! They were very knowledgeable, animated, professional, and considerate. I was especially taken by how much respect they had for the spirits they spoke of. I was inspired. They also had a very calming self about them and although I was a lone traveler, they made me feel safe from spirits and those drinking too much spirits…

On my grand tour of New Mexico this last May, I wanted to take a Ghost Tour in Santa Fe but no one at that company ever returned my call. That company had two days to call back but did not. On my way back to Albuquerque, on my way to Carlsbad, I decided that I’ll try your company. I left a message on the office machine less than two hours before the tour and someone actually called me back. I had just arrived at my hotel and was rushing over to Old Town with about ten minutes until the tour. The tour guide gave me great directions and I was able to make the tour. I really commend your employees for being highly professional. I could tell that they were really on top of things. They are an excellent team. You have such outstanding guides!

Thanks again for an amazing tour. May your company thrive with each passing year.

Robin - Albuquerque, NM

I went on the tour. The tour was great and the guide was excellent. Whenever we have we have out of town guest the ghost tour is something that I we will definitely recommend for my friends.

Jennifer W. - Albuquerque, NM

Moonlight Ghost Tour

(Alibi BLOG) I did the coolest thing last weekend. I was trolling around the net and I found this new “Moonlight Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque.”

Yeah, I hear you—I absolutely hate going to Old Town during the day because it’s hot, crowded, touristy and makes me wanna break things and say bad words. However, the idea of going on a nighttime tour and hearing stories of ghosts, whorehouses, drunken brawls and more ghosts was quite appealing and hangover-free. I and my companion, Ike, showed up at 10 p.m., paid about $20 each and spent the next two hours being entertained, and even scared at a couple of points. I won’t spoil it for you, but there is a maxxed, turbo-creepy thing at the end. Anyway, check this thing out, because the tour is fun and the guides know their stuff.

I just wanted to say that the full moon tour that I recently went on was very fun, we went to some different spots which was very nice. I’m looking forward to doing it again.

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By the participation in any of our Tours, Events or Scavenger Hunts, the participant as well as any heirs or assignees agree to hold harmless and release, both now and in perpetuity, History & GHOST Tours and its agents, employees, contractors and or representatives from any and all liability, injury, accident, death, harm, financial loss or incidental damages or any other circumstance arising from or that may occur during, immediately preceding or following or is in any way related to participation in said activity, whether or not due to omission, negligence, incompetence, failure or any other reason on the part of or by History & GHOST Tours . Participant understands that said activity may be physically strenuous, emotionally disturbing and potentially hazardous, and agrees that they are in adequate physical and mental condition to participate as well as adequately outfitted and clothed. Tours and Scavenger Hunts are for entertainment purposes only.

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Tour of Old Town Albuquerque Galleries

Friday, August 11, 2023 8:00 AM by Sarah

Old Town Albuquerque is full of art galleries offering everything from photography to traditional Native pottery to contemporary paintings. If you’re looking to hit some of the highlights, here’s a selection of just a few of the top art galleries in Old Town. There are many more, so if you have time, walk through Old Town and discover all the galleries, shops and restaurants.

Amapola Gallery

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Find a large collection of eclectic arts and crafts at Amapola Gallery . This artist’s cooperative features 40 artists who are inspired by the Southwest and express their creativity through jewelry, acrylics, pottery, textiles and more.

Brown Bear Gallery

Located in Plaza Don Luis , Brown Bear Gallery specializes in local art, jewelry, pottery and gifts. Almost 20 artists display their handmade works here.

Gallery Hózhó

Gallery Hózhó , inside Hotel Chaco , is a fine art gallery that features contemporary artwork from New Mexican artists. With exhibits including photography, paintings and pottery, this modern gallery is sure to impress.

Land of Enchantment Photography Art Gallery

For stunning Southwest photography, look no further than Land of Enchantment Photography Art Gallery . Featuring the work of two talented photographers, the gallery is a great place to find a memorable and affordable piece to take home.

Lapis Room is a contemporary art gallery offering works from dozens of artists inspired by New Mexico and the Southwest. Lapis Room is attached to Noisy Water Winery , so grab a glass of wine while you browse the art on display.

Yucca Art Gallery

Visit the oldest co-op gallery in Old Town when you stop by Yucca Art Gallery . Established in 1964, the gallery offers a variety of contemporary and traditional art, including jewelry, photography, woodwork and more.

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Author: Sarah

Born and raised in Albuquerque, Sarah can't live without that New Mexico sunshine and chile on everything. She loves hitting the trails in the Bosque, reading, and binge-watching reality TV shows.  Sarah is the Marketing & Communications Manager for Visit Albuquerque. The opinions shared on this blog are her own.

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Old Town Walking Tours

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• Take a historic stroll through Old Town, led by a knowledgeable Albuquerque Museum docent

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Old Town Walking Tours: Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Explore historic Old Town on foot with our informative docents who will provide insight into the people and places that shaped our early community.

Gallery Tours: Tuesdays - Sundays, 2 p.m.

Docent guided tours of select gallery exhibitions are offered year around. No reservations necessary for individuals and families.

Tours subject to docent availability.

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Albuquerque Museum

2000 Mountain Road NW Albuquerque, NM 87104

(505) 243-7255

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