Memphis: Drinking Spirits with Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl

Ghost stories taste better with a Memphis nightcap. This 150-minute crawl pairs three haunted bars with local legends, ghost lore, and the personal insight of a paranormal investigator. I like the way it helps you find Memphis bars you might otherwise miss, and I like that guide Matt has been praised for making the history both informative and fun. The main thing to consider is that this is a walking evening built around alcohol, so it is not suitable for anyone under 21 or for pregnant women.

You meet at The Broom Closet and finish in Memphis city center, a useful setup if you want to continue your night after the tour. The $27 price is fair for a guided outing of this length, though drinks are not listed among the included items, so I would plan to pay for those separately.

Key points to know

• Three haunted bars: You visit at least three popular Memphis bars with spooky connections and a chance to discover a place you might not find on your own.
• A real paranormal investigator: Your guide can answer questions and share personal experiences tied to Memphis’ ghostly past and present.
• A useful introduction to downtown nightlife: The route helps you get your bearings in the local bar scene while adding plenty of atmosphere.
• Two and a half hours: The 150-minute length gives the stories and stops room to breathe without taking up your whole evening.
• A strong guide can make the difference: Matt was praised for being informative and fun, which is exactly what this kind of tour needs.
• Rain or shine: Bring suitable clothing and comfortable shoes, since the experience runs in all weather.

Why this Memphis pub crawl works

Memphis has no shortage of music, food, and nightlife. For a first evening in town, though, the bar scene can be hard to judge. You may not know which places fit your mood, which streets are best for walking, or where the city’s more unusual stories are tied to real places.

This tour gives you a simple route and a local guide. You move from bar to bar while hearing stories about ghosts, local legends, and the darker side of Memphis. That combination makes the crawl more than a standard night out, but it also keeps the experience relaxed. You are not sitting through a long formal lecture. The history comes in short pieces as you move through the city.

I especially like the way the tour connects a drink with a sense of place. A haunted location can feel more memorable when you are standing inside it rather than reading about it in a brochure. The stories may be spooky, but the format is social and easygoing.

The tour is also a useful choice for people who want company. You meet a guide and a group at The Broom Closet, then spend the evening moving together between stops. By the end, you have new people to talk with and a central location from which to continue your night.

Starting at The Broom Closet

Your meeting point is The Broom Closet, at coordinates 35.1323867, -90.05878320000001. The published meeting instructions do not provide a detailed description of the exterior, so I would allow a little extra time to locate the entrance and identify your guide.

Bring a passport, ID card, or driver’s license. The age rule is firm: people under 21 cannot join, and pregnant women are listed as unsuitable for the tour. Since this is a pub crawl, valid identification is particularly important.

The group then sets off with a live English-speaking guide. You should expect the guide to introduce the evening’s theme, explain the route, and begin sharing Memphis lore as you head toward the first bar. Exact bar names are not provided, and the route may vary, so the most useful expectation is three or more stops rather than a fixed list of venues.

That flexibility can work in your favor. Bars change, schedules shift, and a local guide can choose places that fit the evening. The trade-off is that you cannot plan the experience around one specific famous pub.

Three bars, three chances to find a new favorite

The heart of the evening is the stop at at least three local bars with haunted connections. The supplied details do not name each venue or specify what drink you will receive at each one. That means you should view the $27 as the cost of the guided experience, not as a package covering drinks.

I would budget for your own beverages along the way. The tour description encourages you to sip spirits at the bars, but the included item is the local guide only. This is a small but important point when working out the real cost of the night.

Each stop has two jobs. First, it gives you time to enjoy a Memphis bar. Second, it gives the guide a setting for a ghost story or piece of local lore. That rhythm should suit you if you like a little storytelling with your nightlife.

One practical benefit is discovery. A verified booking from the United Kingdom specifically praised the final pub as a place they probably would not have visited without the tour. That is a useful clue about the tour’s value. You may not love every bar, but the route can take you beyond the obvious choices and introduce you to a venue that would otherwise remain off your list.

The final stop may also have the strongest practical value. It is not just another drink. It can give you a new option for the rest of your evening, especially if you are still learning Memphis’ downtown bar scene.

Stories from a paranormal investigator

The guide is described as a real paranormal investigator, not simply someone reading a prepared script. That matters here. A ghost tour depends heavily on delivery, timing, and the guide’s ability to separate local tradition from personal experience.

You can ask questions about the locations, the stories, and Memphis’ ghostly past and present. The guide can also share personal paranormal experiences. Those personal accounts add a human layer to the evening, even if you prefer to remain skeptical about the supernatural.

I would approach the stories as local folklore rather than treat every claim as proven fact. That is part of the fun. You get a glimpse of how a city remembers unusual events, old buildings, and people whose stories have lasted. The best moments may come from the tension between what can be documented and what remains a matter of belief.

Guide quality is especially important on this type of outing. Matt received specific praise for being informative and fun, and that combination is worth noting. A guide who gives you facts without personality can make a pub crawl feel slow. A guide who focuses only on scares can leave you with little sense of Memphis. The strongest approach gives you both local context and a good evening out.

The value of the $27 price

At $27 per person, this is reasonably priced for a 150-minute guided experience with at least three bar stops. You are paying for the route, the guide, the stories, and the chance to find places you might not choose on your own.

The value improves if you are new to Memphis. Instead of spending your first evening guessing where to go, you get a ready-made route and local help. The guide also handles the storytelling, so you can focus on the people around you and the atmosphere of the bars.

The value is less clear if you already know downtown Memphis well or prefer to choose every bar yourself. You may find it cheaper to visit bars independently, especially since drinks are not listed as included. You are paying for access to a themed evening and a local perspective, not simply for entry to the pubs.

The final bar can tip the balance. One booking specifically noted that the last pub was good and probably would not have been visited without the tour. That suggests the experience may pay for itself in discovery, even if one of the earlier stops is not your personal favorite.

Timing, weather, and what to bring

The experience lasts 150 minutes, or two and a half hours. That is enough time for several stops and stories while leaving room for dinner or more nightlife afterward. It ends in the city center, which makes the finish convenient for continuing your evening.

The tour runs rain or shine. Check the forecast, but do not assume poor weather will cancel the experience. Comfortable shoes are a sensible choice because you will be moving between locations, though the exact walking distance is not provided.

I would also bring:

• A valid passport, ID card, or driver’s license
• Money or a payment card for drinks
• Clothing suitable for the weather
• Comfortable shoes for walking between bars

The booking terms are flexible. You can reserve now and pay later, which helps if your plans are still changing. You can also cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Those policies make it easier to fit the crawl into a busy Memphis schedule.

Who will enjoy this evening

I would recommend the crawl to adults who enjoy ghost stories, local folklore, and casual nightlife. It works particularly well for a first visit to Memphis, when you want a social introduction to downtown without spending hours planning a route.

It also suits solo visitors who would rather have company for an evening out. The group format gives you a natural way to meet people, and the guide provides an easy topic of conversation at each stop.

Couples and friend groups can enjoy it too, especially if one person likes paranormal stories and another mainly wants to sample bars. You do not need to be a serious believer. Curiosity is enough.

I would skip it if you do not drink, dislike walking between venues, or want a quiet historical tour with no nightlife element. The experience is built around bars and social energy. It is also not appropriate for anyone under 21 or for pregnant women.

What this tour does not tell you

The available information does not specify the exact pub names, the number of people in the group, the walking distance, the drink prices, or whether any beverage is included. You should not book expecting a fixed list of famous bars or complimentary drinks.

That lack of detail is worth keeping in mind. A flexible route may be part of the appeal, but it also means you cannot fully preview the evening. If you need a precise schedule, ask the provider before booking.

The English-only format is clear. The tour has a live English-speaking guide, so it is best suited to people comfortable following stories and asking questions in English.

Should you book the haunted pub crawl?

Book it if you want a friendly, slightly spooky way to get oriented in Memphis at night. The combination of three haunted bars, a paranormal investigator, local legends, and a city-center finish gives you more than a basic bar-hopping plan.

I think the strongest reason to go is the chance to find a place you would not have chosen yourself. The praise for Matt’s informative and fun guiding also suggests that the right guide can make the history feel lively rather than forced.

Just remember to budget for drinks, bring valid identification, and dress for rain or shine. If you want a polished route, a social group, and stories with your spirits, $27 is a sensible price. If you prefer complete control over your bars or do not drink, spend the evening exploring Memphis on your own.

FAQ

How long does the Memphis haunted pub crawl last?

The tour lasts 150 minutes, which is two and a half hours.

Where does the tour begin?

You meet your guide at The Broom Closet in Memphis. The coordinates are 35.1323867, -90.05878320000001.

Where does the tour finish?

The experience ends in Memphis city center.

How many bars do you visit?

The tour visits at least three local bars with haunted connections.

Are drinks included in the $27 price?

The included item is a local tour guide. Drinks are not listed as included, so plan to pay for your own beverages.

What language is the tour conducted in?

The live tour guide speaks English, and the tour is offered in English.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.