Milwaukee Ghost Tour — 13 Haunted Stops, Self-Guided

Walk Milwaukee's self-guided ghost tour. 13 documented stops, 5 free. No guide, no schedule — just you and the dark.

Milwaukee is home to 13 documented ghost-tour stops spanning 110 years of history. This self-guided ghost tour covers 13 stops across the city, from Forest Home Cemetery (1850) to Mitchell Park Domes. 5 stops are free — no guide, no schedule. Walk at your own pace after dark.

Tour Stops

  1. 1. Forest Home Cemetery Forest Home Cemetery, 2405, West Forest Home Avenue

    The rustling leaves seem to whisper secrets of a bygone era, where barons of industry and unsung heroes now rest. Founded in 1850, this hallowed groun...

  2. 2. Brumder Mansion 3046 West Wisconsin Avenue

    You step into the Brumder Mansion, built in 1910 by beer baron George Brumder, and immediately feel watched. The Victorian mansion now operates as a b...

  3. 3. Historic Third Ward Broadway and Buffalo Street

    The Third Ward burned in 1892, and it never truly stopped burning. The Great Milwaukee Fire consumed this immigrant neighborhood in hours, killing doz...

  4. 4. Old Milwaukee County Jail 821 West State Street

    The old jails limestone walls absorbed decades of despair before it closed in 1995. Built in 1885, this fortress held Milwaukees most dangerous crimin...

  5. 5. Ambassador Hotel 2308 West Wisconsin Avenue

    The Ambassador Hotel opened in 1927 as Milwaukees most luxurious accommodation, but its Art Deco elegance conceals something sinister. Room 1302 is pe...

  6. 6. Mitchell Park Domes 524 South Layton Boulevard

    The three glass domes of Mitchell Park rise like alien structures against Milwaukees skyline, but beneath their tropical beauty lurks something unsett...

  7. 7. Modjeska Theatre 1134 West Mitchell Street

    The Modjeska Theatre opened in 1910, serving Milwaukees Polish community with vaudeville shows and silent films. It closed in 1989, and the building h...

  8. 8. Concordia Cemetery 6700 West Fond du Lac Avenue

    Concordia Cemetery sprawls across 200 acres, holding over 50,000 graves—and several spirits who refuse to rest. Established in 1857, this burial groun...

  9. 9. Prospect Avenue Water Tower 1827 North Prospect Avenue

    The Prospect Avenue Water Tower has stood since 1873, a Victorian relic that provided water pressure for the citys mansions. But in 1994, this landmar...

Frequently Asked Questions

How many stops are on the Milwaukee ghost tour?

The Milwaukee ghost tour includes 13 documented stops covering 110 years of documented history.

Is the Milwaukee ghost tour free?

The first 5 stops are completely free — no account required. To unlock all 13 stops, a History Nearby premium subscription is $4.99/month or $49.99/year.

Do I need a guide for the Milwaukee ghost tour?

No. This is a self-guided tour you can start anytime. Each stop includes the address, a map pin, and the story tied to that location. Follow the suggested stop order or move at your own pace.

How long does the Milwaukee ghost tour take?

Plan for approximately 2.5 hours. This accounts for walking between stops and reading each haunting story. You can also split it across multiple evenings.

What is a featured stop on the Milwaukee ghost tour?

The most visited stop on our Milwaukee tour is Forest Home Cemetery at Forest Home Cemetery, 2405, West Forest Home Avenue, dating back to 1850.

5 stops free in Milwaukee. No guide, no schedule — walk at your own pace after dark.

Last updated February 22, 2026. Researched by the History Nearby editorial team.

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