
Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours)
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 175 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) worth booking?
Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) is a 2-hour experience in Key West, United States, from $99 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 175 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (175)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $99 per person
Go where other tours can’t. Enter historic Fort East Martello after dark, meet Robert the Doll, then stay behind for an extended paranormal investigation inside the haunted Civil War-era fort. Your VIP experience begins with a 30-minute guided ghost tour through the fort, followed by a 30-minute seated encounter directly with Robert the Doll. Hear the documented history behind his legend, separate fact from folklore, and learn about the latest unexplained activity surrounding him. Then, when the standard experience ends, VIP guests remain inside the fort for an additional 60-minute paranormal investigation, using ghost-hunting equipment to explore one of Key West’s most unusual historic sites after dark. Fort East Martello has been named one of America’s Top 10 Haunted Destinations by USA TODAY. This is your chance to experience the fort in a way daytime visitors and ordinary ghost tours cannot.
What you get
About this experience
Go where other tours can’t. Enter historic Fort East Martello after dark, meet Robert the Doll, then stay behind for an extended paranormal investigation inside the haunted Civil War-era fort. Your VIP experience begins with a 30-minute guided ghost tour through the fort, followed by a 30-minute seated encounter directly with Robert the Doll. Hear the documented history behind his legend, separate fact from folklore, and learn about the latest unexplained activity surrounding him. Then, when the standard experience ends, VIP guests remain inside the fort for an additional 60-minute paranormal investigation, using ghost-hunting equipment to explore one of Key West’s most unusual historic sites after dark. Fort East Martello has been named one of America’s Top 10 Haunted Destinations by USA TODAY. This is your chance to experience the fort in a way daytime visitors and ordinary ghost tours cannot.
What's included
Included
- 60-minute independent paranormal investigation inside the fort
- 30-minute seated encounter with Robert the Doll
- Free parking at Fort East Martello
- 30-minute guided ghost tour of Fort East Martello
- Use of ghost-hunting equipment
- Exclusive after-hours access to Fort East Martello
What you'll see and do
Fort East Martello Museum
The ghost tour includes a 60-minute guided ghost tour followed by 60 minutes of hunting ghosts on your own. The experience takes place inside Key West's haunted Fort East Martello Museum where you will learn the haunted history of the Civil War fort and meet the infamous Robert the Doll. The first 40 minutes of the tour are on foot. Short walks between rooms at an easy pace followed by a 20-minute sitdown with Robert the Doll. After the guided hour, VIP ticket holders have an hour to hunt ghosts on their own with access to the former Yellow Fever hospital (VIP exclusive). The VIP Experience includes the use of ghost-hunting equipment like K-2 Meters, spirit dowsing rods, spirit boxes, and trigger objects. There is time at the end to take photos with Robert the Doll if you are feeling brave.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Key West
Fort East Martello is located on the ocean, directly in front of the airport. Your guide will meet you at the fort's main entrance. Look for the massive anchor and the flag pole.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Fort East Martello is located on the ocean, directly in front of the airport. Your guide will meet you at the fort's main entrance. Look for the massive anchor and the flag pole.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sloan's Key West Ghost Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visibly intoxicated or impaired guests will be denied entry and not refunded
- Tour takes place in a low-light environment
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 174 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
174 verified traveler reviews for Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
#FreeMyHomie Robert 😉
Great history great tour guide worth every penny
via Tripadvisor
Great tour! Highly recommend!
The guide, Dan, was great! The entire experience was fascinating! The fort was amazing and seeing Robert the Doll was one for the bucket list!
via Viator
Perfectly spooky, interactive, and extremely fun ghost tour!
This experience was fantastic! Dan was a wonderful host and the tour was informative. I was also very excited to see all the variety of ghost hunting tools available for the VIP experience. We had some fun encounters with our time in the fort and around Robert. I HIGHLY recommend the VIP ghost tour! It was the highlight of our Key West trip.
Response from the operator: Thanks for investigating the fortress with us! Glad to hear you enjoyed the experience!
via Viator
Robert the doll
We had a really good time!! Thanks
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining us!
via Tripadvisor
I did the VIP experience...
I did the VIP experience by myself with no one else around, except me and the museum and the doll. Had a blast!
Response from the operator: Kudos for braving the fort solo, I even have a hard time walking around there by myself after working there for several years. Spooky place!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 61
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sloan's Key West Ghost Tours, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.7.
See everything Sloan's Key West Ghost Tours runsWhy this scores 72
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Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Key West.
How much does Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) cost?
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Prices start at $99 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Key West usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Key West is not rushed.
Is Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 175 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Key West, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours)?
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Around 61 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Key West can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Key West and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Key West within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Key West?
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Key West is a boat town. The only living coral barrier reef in the continental US sits seven miles offshore, and reef trips, sunset catamarans and backcountry kayak runs are the core bookings, alongside Hemingway house and Duval history walks. Our ranking weighs boat capacity and reef site rotation, which separates the good operators from the party cruises. On Outty we rank every Key West experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Bike Tour of Old Town Key West, Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset, Shark and Wildlife Viewing Adventure in Key West. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Key West?
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December to April, dry season and calm reef water. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Key West?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours)?
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Included: 60-minute independent paranormal investigation inside the fort; 30-minute seated encounter with Robert the Doll; Free parking at Fort East Martello; 30-minute guided ghost tour of Fort East Martello; and Use of ghost-hunting equipment. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours)?
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Fort East Martello is located on the ocean, directly in front of the airport. Your guide will meet you at the fort's main entrance. Look for the massive anchor and the flag pole. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours) if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Key West. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Key West: Robert the Doll After Dark VIP Ghost Hunt (2 Hours)?
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Across 175 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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