Greenwich Village: NYC Ghost Tour with Night Walk & Stories

Summary

Night walks past haunted parks and old stories in greenwich village

You’ll wander Greenwich Village after dark with a local guide, hearing ghost stories in Washington Square Park and outside old libraries and churches. Expect shivers when you pass haunted restaurants and famous TV spots, all while walking streets that feel both familiar and strange at night.

What’s the experience like?

We started moving right away, weaving into the side streets of Greenwich Village just as the city lights got that fuzzy, yellow look. Our guide — I think his name was Marcus — had this way of pausing under the trees, letting the group catch up while he pointed at some brownstone or another. I remember the air smelled like rain on concrete, even though it hadn’t rained yet. There were sirens somewhere far off, but mostly it was quiet except for us and a few NYU students cutting through Washington Square Park. Marcus stopped by the fountain and said something about lost children’s laughter echoing at night; honestly, I got goosebumps (and not just from the cold).

We passed the Friends Building — yeah, that one from TV — which felt weirdly normal compared to the next stop: Jefferson Market Library. The old clock tower looked almost friendly until Marcus told us about the murder trial held there ages ago. He had this way of lowering his voice right before a twist in the story. At one point, someone’s dog barked at nothing near a churchyard gate and everybody laughed nervously. I tried to snap a photo but my phone glitched out for a second (probably just bad luck… or maybe not?).

Honestly, I didn’t expect Roosevelt Island to come up on a Greenwich Village ghost tour, but Marcus explained how NYU owns some haunted buildings there too. The whole walk was about two hours — enough time for my hands to go numb because I forgot gloves (rookie mistake). We ended near a restaurant where people swore they’d seen shadows move behind empty windows. The city felt different after that; like it was holding its breath or maybe just waiting for us to leave so things could get weird again.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore haunted Greenwich Village

• Visit New York's haunted neighborhood
• Pass by Friends apartment building
• Explore Jefferson Market Library
• Walk through Washington Square Park
• Learn about haunted NYU buildings
• Visit haunted theatre
• Pass by haunted church yard
• Visit haunted restaurant

Top questions

How long is the New York City Ghost Tour in Greenwich Village?

The walking tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

Is the Greenwich Village ghost tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Does the tour include Washington Square Park?

Yes, Washington Square Park is one of the main stops on this ghost tour.

Are children allowed on this NYC ghost tour?

Yes, but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years old.

What happens if I'm late to the ghost tour?

If you arrive late, you most likely won't be able to catch up with the group or receive a refund.

Does this ghost tour operate in bad weather?

The tour operates rain or shine unless dangerous weather causes cancellation.

Are service animals allowed on this walking tour?

Yes, service animals are permitted on the tour.

Is public transportation nearby for getting to the start point?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to the meeting point.

What’s included

Your evening includes a guided walk through Greenwich Village’s most haunted spots with stories told by your local guide; all routes are wheelchair accessible and you can bring strollers or service animals along if needed.