GHOSTS & GABLES Haunted Walking Tour of Summit Avenue
Join your Victorian ghost guide for a relaxing 1.2 mile stroll along Saint Paul's historic Summit Avenue, considered one of the most beautiful streets in the country. View the many stately Victorian mansions of this preservation district while hearing stories of the hauntings within that will perhaps give you a shiver, a tingle or a laugh. You’ll also learn some fun St. Paul history along the way.
Tour Dates
- Sat, Apr 20Infor CommonsApr 20, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAApr 20, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAStroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes.
- Sun, Apr 21Union DepotApr 21, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMUnion Depot, 214 4th St E, St Paul, MN 55101, USA
- Sat, Apr 27Infor CommonsApr 27, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAApr 27, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAStroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes.
- Sat, May 04Infor CommonsMay 04, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAMay 04, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAStroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes of exciting history!
- Sat, May 11Infor CommonsMay 11, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAMay 11, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAStroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes of exciting history!
- Sun, May 12W. A. FrostMay 12, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:50 PMW. A. Frost, 374 Selby Ave #1825, St Paul, MN 55102, USAMay 12, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:50 PMW. A. Frost, 374 Selby Ave #1825, St Paul, MN 55102, USAThis entertaining trolley tour weaves through the beautiful Summit Avenue area where he grew up and published his first books. Meet some fascinating characters who became his lifelong friends...many of whom live on in his writings.
- Sun, May 1211 Wells Spirits Parking LotMay 12, 2024, 2:15 PM – 4:15 PM11 Wells Spirits Parking Lot, 704 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106, USAMay 12, 2024, 2:15 PM – 4:15 PM11 Wells Spirits Parking Lot, 704 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106, USAFrom Dillinger to Karpis to lesser-known gangsters, discover why many criminals got protection in our city...while you visit "scenes of the crimes" on a fabulous trolley! Includes behind-the-scenes tastings at 11 Wells Spirits and 2-for-1 beers!
- Sat, May 18Infor CommonsMay 18, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAMay 18, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAStroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes of exciting history!
- Sat, May 25Infor CommonsMay 25, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAMay 25, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAStroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes of exciting history!
- Sat, May 25Infor CommonsMay 25, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAMay 25, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAFeel a tingle as you join a Victorian guide for ghost stories around Saint Paul’s most well-known park. A memorable stroll looks back on a neighborhood’s history where stories abound about its "former residents!" Includes free drink.
- Sun, May 26Infor CommonsMay 26, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAMay 26, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAStroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes.
- Sun, May 26Overlook ParkMay 26, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PMOverlook Park, 418 Summit Ave, St Paul, MN 55102, USAMay 26, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PMOverlook Park, 418 Summit Ave, St Paul, MN 55102, USAAs the days get longer, join a Victorian guide for ghost stories along Saint Paul’s most elegant streets. An evening stroll looks back on a neighborhood’s history that will surely give you a tingle, a laugh and perhaps a shiver.
- Mon, May 27Infor CommonsMay 27, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAMay 27, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAA Memorial Day stroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes.
- Sat, Jun 01Infor CommonsJun 01, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAJun 01, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAStroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes of exciting history!
- Sat, Jun 08Infor CommonsJun 08, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAJun 08, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMInfor Commons, 380 St Peter St, St Paul, MN 55102, USAStroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn why St. Paul rolled out the red carpet for the likes of John Dillinger, the Barker brothers, Alvin Karpis and many others. 90-minutes of exciting history!
- Sat, Jun 1511 Wells Spirits Parking LotJun 15, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11 Wells Spirits Parking Lot, 704 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106, USAJun 15, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11 Wells Spirits Parking Lot, 704 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106, USAThe 91st anniversary of the infamous Hamm kidnapping! Discover why many criminals got protection in our city...while you visit "scenes of the crimes" on a fabulous trolley! Includes behind-the-scenes tastings at 11 Wells Spirits and BOGO beers at Saint Paul Brewing!
- Sat, Jun 1511 Wells Spirits Parking LotJun 15, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM11 Wells Spirits Parking Lot, 704 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106, USAJun 15, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM11 Wells Spirits Parking Lot, 704 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106, USAThe 91st anniversary of the infamous Hamm kidnapping! Discover why many criminals got protection in our city...while you visit "scenes of the crimes" on a fabulous trolley! Includes behind-the-scenes tastings at 11 Wells Spirits and BOGO beers at Saint Paul Brewing!
- Sun, Jun 16Outside The LexingtonJun 16, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PMOutside The Lexington, 1096 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105, USA
General Tour Information
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Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour start time in order to allow time to register and agree to tour terms. All guests must register.
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For Gangsterland Walking Tours meet your guide at Infor Commons, 380 St. Peter St. near Rice Park and The Saint Paul Hotel. Metered parking is available along with parking in the nearby Lowry Ramp. Free street parking is available on Sundays.
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For Ghost & Gables Summit Avenue Tours meet your guide at Summit Overlook Park at the corner of Summit Avenue and Ramsey Street. Free street parking available in the area.
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For Union Depot Haunted History Tour there is plenty of parking available near the location.
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See ticket details for other specialty tours locations and parking options.
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Wear appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. For the downtown tours, we walk in buildings, skyways and on sidewalks.
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Our tours last 90 minutes in general, 75 minutes during winter conditions.
Ticket Pricing: These prices include all fees sales tax but do not include optional tips for our guides. See tickets for Event and Tour pricing.