Asbury Park Ghost Tour
Shipwrecks and carnage left a trail of sorrowful stories and vengeful souls that stalk the iconic boardwalk, sending chills down the spines of anyone who crosses their paths.
GET TICKETSVenture on a bone-chilling Asbury Park ghost tour with Lizzie Borden Ghost Tours to experience the cold air left by the ghosts of British Naval officers, innocent victims, and terrifying shadowy figures that are forever tied to the places they met their untimely ends.
Why You Need to Take an Asbury Park Ghost Tour
The beautiful boardwalk and thriving arts scene are enough to captivate anyone looking for a scenic getaway in the City by the Sea. But at night, the doomed souls from Asbury Park’s most turbulent events come alive, leaving locals and unsuspecting visitors filled with dread and terror. Lizzie Borden Ghost Tours offers an eye-opening glimpse into the dreadful legacy and events that defined Asbury Park’s ties with the unexplained. Professional top local tour guides will lead the way on a fascinating, frightful walk through the city’s ghostly past, unraveling eerie tales that plagued the historic seaside community long before it became a beachside haven.
Susie was a great guide. She even included her own personal experiences in her talk. Good story teller. Beautiful walk around Atlanta in the evening. A fun night.
Why is Asbury Park So Haunted?
Beyond the sun-soaked beaches and glittering nightlife, the enticing aura of Asbury Park that’s admired today has a long history as a resort town tinged with mystery, tragedy, and unspeakable acts. This historic seaside community has seen both the height of prosperity and periods of decline. With the residual energy of its early settlers still felt by those who venture after dark, the historic district of Asbury Park is steeped in the ghostly echoes of long-lost revelers and hushed whispers of tragic farewells.
The horrific tragedy of the infamous SS Morro Castle in the 1930s added an extra layer of dread to an already eerie atmosphere. The fire that killed dozens of passengers left a permanent scorch mark on the town’s reputation, and the chaos and panic were felt not only by the terrified souls on board the ill-fated American ocean liner but throughout the city. The origins of the fire remain unknown, but the whispers of those who perished still drift through the air.
Even the iconic Boardwalk isn’t exempt from the disruptive weight of Asbury Park’s haunted legacy. Once a hub of raucous entertainment and seaside excitement, it now holds memories of both joy and sorrow, with the shadows of those who loved and lost still clinging to where they once strolled arm in arm. Some say the laughter of lost souls mixes with the ocean’s roar around the Boardwalk, sending chills down the spine of even the toughest Jersey locals.
The home of one of the most popular authors in the world harbors a deep darkness. The tragic events that rocked Stephen Crane’s family continue to manifest at the second-floor library of the infamous Stephen Crane House in Asbury Park, NJ. It’s said the walls still carry the weight of sorrow, with the ghostly echoes of the spirits of Crane’s family drifting through the halls. Prepare for a haunted history lesson with a touch of Jersey grit on an Asbury ghost tour that explores the gory details of the city’s cursed heritage.
Why should you tour with us?
Feel the ghostly thrill and chill as you walk the same streets where history unfolded long ago and discover the ghostly tales that linger in the moonlight. From haunted streets to alleyways, you’ll tread where spirits are said to roam and uncover the ghostly secrets that have haunted Asbury Park for decades. Each step brings you closer to the eerie echoes of the past, making every moment a spine-tingling adventure.
There’s something irresistible about a ghost story told with a dash of Jersey flair, and if you’re craving a spooky adventure around New Jersey’s central coast area, our guides serve up chilling tales with just the right amount of local sass and spookiness. With every stop on our tour, you’ll get a taste of New Jersey’s charm and haunted heritage, ensuring you leave with a mix of chills and chuckles.
The historic boardwalk in downtown Asbury Park might be packed with beachgoers during the day, but at night, it’s a whole different story. Beneath the bright lights of the boardwalk and the charm of the seaside shops, there’s a world of untold tales and unsolved mysteries that you only get to discover after dark. Book a tour tonight to unearth the eerie legends hidden in the boardwalk’s glow and experience the chilling side of Asbury Park’s waterfront that’s sure to leave you with a shiver.
Most Haunted Places in Asbury Park
Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel
Before it became the glamorous getaway for stars and wartime heroes, the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel vintage bowling alley served as a resting spot for sailors seeking refuge by the shore. With its faded grandeur now casting a haunting glow over the coastline, the spirits of long-forgotten sailors in navy coats linger in the shadows, unable to leave the scene of their untimely demise.
Asbury Lanes
Discover the eerie tales and mischievous spirits behind the hauntings at Asbury Lanes, where a mid-century ghost in an orange dress might help you find your way—or lead you into something much more chilling. Watch out for Lane 3, though; some say its chilling secret has sent more than one guest bowling into the unknown, and you never know what or who you'll meet at this vintage bowling alley and bar!
Paramount Theatre
Unravel the mystery of Asbury Park's most haunted theater, where two mischievous girls haunt the balcony and a heartbroken actor who never truly left the stage. The show might be over, but their ghostly performances continue to steal the spotlight long after the final curtain falls at the Paramount Theatre.
FAQs
View our Refund Policy on this page if you have any questions!
Please see your booking details for meeting location. There are neighboring parking garages and street parking that are available in the area.
Group size varies based on time of year and demand. We can keep everyone in your party in the same group. We’ve been doing this for years, and manage group size to ensure guests have a great experience. In the event you can’t hear your tour guide, let them know, or move closer to them.
Pets are welcome as long as they do not disrupt or distract from the tour
The arrival time will be listed on your confirmation email and in the available tour times when you click the book button
Please do not call us, the best way to reach us is by email using the contact form on this website
An extended tour takes you to a few additional locations when the regular tour ends. This adds about four new places and 30 minutes to your tour- highly recommended
Book a tour and check the +1 box for each person in your group where it says “Extended Tour” at checkout to add an extended Ghost tour.
Please contact us directly for pricing and availability. We do not do private tours under 30 persons. If you have a group under 30, please order directly from the website’s book now option.
Tours are held rain or shine. We will contact you if the tour is cancelled.
Please only attend the tour for the day and time you are booked, as another day or time may not be available. If you need to reschedule, please contact us by email first. There is a $10 per order (not person) rebooking fee for each schedule change.
As it is unfair to other guests, we do not wait for late or no show parties. Please remember to arrive to the correct location on time! We do not grant refunds to guests who fail to arrive to the appointed place on time and miss their tour.
No, but some of the locations you can visit during the day for free. We simply wouldn’t have the time to focus on as many stories as we do if we were to enter each one, and we wish to focus on the stories, and leave the exploring up to you!
15 minutes before the start of your tour
No.
No, this is a walking tour.
Most of the tour is not stroller or wheelchair accessible.
Yes, you are welcome to take photos of the locations we visit!
No, videos are not allowed
No, there is no smoking allowed on the tour
We do not allow intoxicated guests or drinking on the tour- we will promptly ask those in violation to leave
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America’s most infamously haunted house delivers the most terrifying scares from all across the nation. We’ve compiled an extensive list of notoriously haunted locations and packaged them into spooky, entertaining tours available throughout the nation. Discover the true, unfiltered stories that created these hair-raising scares in only the unique and engaging way our expert guides can bring them to you. From the ghosts of unsolved murders and tragic accidents to disturbed spirits unable to find peace, there’s no limit to what we expose on our authentic ghost tours. Join us as we take you on an unforgettable, chilling journey through your city’s dark past and uncover the sinister secrets that put these places on the otherworldly map.
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