Ghosts & Gravestones Key West

• Nighttime haunted tour aboard the iconic Trolley of the Doomed
• True stories of Key West ghosts, murders, and mysteries
• Stops at historic cemeteries and haunted landmarks
• Entertaining guides blending history with theatrical storytelling
• Perfect mix of thrills, folklore, and local history

The Ghosts & Gravestones Key West is not a typical sightseeing tour. It is an after dark journey into the island’s most unsettling past, where legends and documented history intertwine.

Traveling aboard the Trolley of the Doomed, guests are guided through Old Town streets, eerie burial grounds, and historic buildings known for unexplained activity. Stories are drawn from real events, eyewitness accounts, and long standing local lore.

The experience balances suspense with humor, making it thrilling without being overwhelming, and offering a deeper understanding of how death, disease, piracy, and isolation shaped Key West.

The best time to experience the tour is after sunset, when darkness enhances atmosphere and storytelling.

October through April offers cooler evenings and peak interest, especially around Halloween, while summer tours provide warmer nights with fewer crowds.

• Key West’s cemetery is nicknamed the Bone Yard
• Many stories are based on documented historical events
• The tour uses specially themed trolleys for night rides
• Some locations are still considered active paranormal sites
• Each guide adds personal flair to the storytelling

Evening Haunted Experience

Check In: Arrive early to secure seating and meet your guide.

Tour Begins: Board the trolley as twilight fades and stories begin.

Haunted Stops: Visit cemeteries and historic sites with chilling reputations.

Return: End the night back in Old Town with a new view of the island.

• Exterior of the Trolley of the Doomed at night
• Historic cemeteries under evening lighting
• Old Town streets after dark
• Haunted landmarks illuminated at night
• Atmospheric shadows and architecture

• Arrive early for the best seating
• Wear comfortable shoes for brief walking stops
• Bring a light jacket for evening breezes
• Keep an open mind and enjoy the storytelling
• Not recommended for very young children

Ghosts & Gravestones Key West was created as part of a broader effort to share the island’s lesser known history through immersive storytelling. While Key West is famous for sunsets and celebrations, its past is marked by shipwrecks, epidemics, fires, piracy, and isolation.

Throughout the 19th century, yellow fever outbreaks, maritime disasters, and a transient population left lasting impressions on the island. Cemeteries filled quickly, and folklore grew around restless spirits and unfinished business.

The tour was developed to preserve these stories using researched historical accounts combined with theatrical presentation. Today, Ghosts & Gravestones remains one of the most popular nighttime experiences in Key West, offering a chilling yet educational look at the shadows behind the island’s vibrant charm.