Ghost Walking Tour Flagstaff: 8 Haunted Locations

Eight stops, eight ghost stories, one evening in Flagstaff's haunted downtown

A guided ghost walking tour in Flagstaff visits eight of the town's most haunted locations over 90 minutes, including the Orpheum Theater, Weatherford Hotel, Hotel Monte Vista, and 1926 Santa Fe Train Depot. The tour explores the history and hauntings behind each site with stories suited to all ages. A live English-speaking guide leads the walk through downtown Flagstaff's mountain-town charm.

Step-by-step itinerary

Evening ghost walking tour in Flagstaff

• Visit Milligan House and hear ghost story
• Explore Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library history
• Learn haunted history of Orpheum Theatre
• Hear about Theatrikos Theater Company ghost
• Discover Weatherford Hotel history
• Listen to Hotel Monte Vista ghost stories
• See Historic Train Monument and hear story
• Visit 1926 Santa Fe Train Depot and Route 66 history

The experience

The Milligan House, now the Flagstaff Convention and Visitors' Bureau, opens the tour as one of Flagstaff's most haunted spots: the story centers on a Civil War veteran, James Curtis Milligan, and what his presence left behind. From there the route moves through downtown, stopping at the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library to learn about a fire that destroyed the original building and a dark secret in the new library's basement. The Orpheum Theater and Theatrikos Theater Company each carry their own ghosts: the Orpheum's hauntings and a little old lady said to inhabit the Theatrikos space.

The second half of the walk covers the Weatherford Hotel and Hotel Monte Vista, both historic downtown fixtures with their own stories, then moves to the Historic Train Monument and the 1926 Santa Fe Train Depot, where a killer train and Route 66 history round out the evening. The guide ties the hauntings to Flagstaff's actual past, so the ghost stories land as part of the town's real history rather than pure fiction. All eight stops fit into 90 minutes of walking at a pace suited to families and mixed fitness levels.

What’s included

• A guided evening walk through eight haunted locations in downtown Flagstaff.
• stories at the Milligan House, Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library, Orpheum Theater, Theatrikos Theater Company, Weatherford Hotel, Hotel Monte Vista, Historic Train Monument, and 1926 Santa Fe Train Depot.
• a live English-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 20:00Last departure this season: 28 Nov

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Youth (6 to 11 years) · Child (under 6): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Ghost City Tours of Flagstaff

Is this one for you?The tour starts in downtown Flagstaff and covers the route on foot, so you don't need a car to join. It's ideal if you're staying nearby or using public transportation to reach the starting point. The 90-minute loop keeps the evening manageable for families and anyone who prefers a shorter outing over a full-day commitment.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 11 years); Child (under 6): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the story behind the Milligan House ghost?

The Milligan House, which now serves as the Flagstaff Convention and Visitors' Bureau, is one of Flagstaff's most haunted locations. The haunting centers on James Curtis Milligan, a Civil War veteran whose presence is said to linger there.

Does the tour go inside the buildings or just past them?

The tour is a walking route through downtown Flagstaff that stops at each location to hear the history and ghost stories associated with it. You'll visit the exterior and learn the hauntings tied to each site.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs 90 minutes and covers eight haunted locations in downtown Flagstaff at a walking pace suitable for all fitness levels.

What's the story at the Orpheum Theater?

The Orpheum Theater has a haunted history with ghosts said to inhabit the building. The guide shares the stories of the spirits associated with this downtown landmark.

Does the tour include the 1926 Santa Fe Train Depot?

Yes, the 1926 Santa Fe Train Depot is the final stop. You'll hear about the history of the building and its connection to Route 66, along with the story of a killer train tied to the Historic Train Monument nearby.