The Birmingham Downtown Ghost Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Where does Hank Williams Haunt? How did Madam Lou save the Magic City? Who haunts the Clark Building? Why did the Axe Syndicate hack up the locals? On our GPS Navigated, spookily narrated and music infused solo walking tour you'll discover Birmingham at your own pace and on your own schedule. Go anytime. The tour never expires. And for the price it's the best deal in the south. You’ll hear tales of the ghost of Hank Williams, The Axe Syndicate, old Madam Lou, the children that haunt the Clark Building and the librarian that just won’t give up his duties, to name a few. This spooky and historical adventure begins at the front doors of the haunted Redmont Hotel.
Departure Point
- When it opened in 1925 the Redmont was one of the most luxurious hotels in the area competing with the Tutwiler, the last stop on our tour. Today it's known for it's famous haunts. Our tour starts here and will guide you through Birmingham and discover it's ghosts.
Return Details
- Our tour ends at the haunted Tutwiler hotel (Hampton Inn), just a short walk from our start at the Redmont. Here you'll hear the ghostly stories of the people that once walked it's halls, and still do!
Duration
40 minutes - 55 minutes
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
2101 5th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Our tour starts at the historic Redmont hotel where you'll hear the stories of the ghost, some of the world-famous, that walk its halls. Do you know who haunts Birmingham?
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: 400 20th St N
400 20th Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203
The YMCA is haunted, and it's also the site of the old jail. You'll hear the story of the Hawes riots where it happened and the ghosts that haunt this spot today.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: 2017 6th Ave N
2017 6th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Love will prevail not matter the obstacles, or so they thought. Two star struck lovers came here to unite in marriage, but in the end Father Coyle paid the price with his life. And it's said today his ghost haunts it's halls. Let me show you were and tell you their story.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Linn Park
710 20th St N, Birmingham, Alabama
We will enter this creepy scary alley at this spot and follow it to the end. And you'll hear about Henry the Hacker and the Axe Syndicate that once terrorized Birmingham killing dozens.
Duration: 3 minutes
Stop At: Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
2021 Park Place, Birmingham, AL 35203
Known as the Clark Building, this spot has 2 spooky ghosts that haunt the second floor eternally looking out to see if their papa will return. Let's see if we can spot them on the tour.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: 310 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
310 Richard Arrington Junior Boulevard North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Who was Madam Lou and how did the brothel queen save the city of Birmingham? Take the tour to find out.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: 2101 4th Ave N
2101 4th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Libraries hold a wealth of information. They also hold the spirts of the past. As you do walk through Linn Park, do watch your back. Who knows what could be lurking in the dark. And we wills top at the Linn Henley Research Library.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Cathedral of Saint Paul
2120 3rd Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
Our final stop ends near where we began. You'll hear the story of the residents that haunt the old Tutwiler and with some luck you might just see one in action.
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Go anytime, at your own pace and schedule. It's a Smart phone guided tour.
- After the on location tour a virtual tour unlocks, listen anytime
- GPS Navigated Tour on the App
- Learn about Birmingham's ghostly and haunted past!
- Never expires, go at your own pace and schedule
Exclusions
- There are no human tour guides, this is self guided on our smart phone app
- No hotels, no food or drink
Redemption Instructions
HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR
*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code 'redmont2780'.
*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code 'redmont2780'
*For the best experience, follow the instructions below before taking your tour.
*It's recommended to use headphones
Follow the steps below to take the tour
Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600
Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours
Step 2: Register an Account or Login
Step 3: Open the Tour
Select your city as "Birmingham" and click on the tour "The Birmingham Downtown Ghost Walk"
Click "Enter Experience Code"
Enter the Experience Code 'redmont2780'
Click apply
The tour is not unlocked and you can take it anytime.
To take the Tour:
Go to the Redmont Hotel, Birmingham. Open the tour in the app and click the play button. From there you can put your phone in your pocket and follow your guides instructions.
Feel good about your purchase, a portion of our profits go to Art in Giving to help find a cure for childhood cancer.
Have questions? Email us info@walkntours.com or call us 617-991-3269 and we will walk you through the set up.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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