
Lake Geneva Ghost Walk
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September 2026
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Adults
Age 13 and over
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Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 49 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Lake Geneva Ghost Walk worth booking?
Lake Geneva Ghost Walk is a 1.5-hour experience in Milwaukee, United States, from $34 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 49 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (49)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $34 per person
Discover the haunted history of Lake Geneva with our walking tour around the beautiful downtown by Geneva Lake. Discover colorful characters, haunted mansions, vengeful spirits, monsters, and more! We’ve spent a lot of t
What you get
About this experience
Discover the haunted history of Lake Geneva with our walking tour around the beautiful downtown by Geneva Lake. Discover colorful characters, haunted mansions, vengeful spirits, monsters, and more! We’ve spent a lot of time researching supernatural and weird stories around Lake Geneva so that we have brand new stories and content that we can guarantee you’ve never heard before. This is not a haunted house, so no rent-a-ghouls have been hired to jump out at you.
What's included
Included
- Tour guide
- Admission
What you'll see and do
Home to Jenny, the lake monster!
Pass by without stopping
Enter this haunted hotel.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Geneva Lake
Hear about ghosts of the lake and Native legends.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Milwaukee
The corner of Baker Street and Lake Shore Drive at the gazebo in Seminary Park.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The corner of Baker Street and Lake Shore Drive at the gazebo in Seminary Park.
Options you can book
Lake Geneva Ghost Walk
July 3rd Lake Geneva GhostWalk
Special night for the holiday!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- American Ghost Walks - Wisconsin
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 48 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
48 verified traveler reviews for Lake Geneva Ghost Walk. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful experience with Jay (wondrous guide)
Jay was absolutely wonderful! We were a small group, but he brought the enthusiasm and really made it a special, spooky, yet informative experience. Cannot recommend Jay enough!
via Tripadvisor
Dave was a great tour...
Dave was a great tour guide and we learned so much! He was fun and informative! We liked the historical ghost perspective!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Lake Geneva Ghost Walk and had a great time with Dave.
via Viator
Rita was a Great Tour Guide
Not only did we hear the tales of the dearly departed, Rita gave us the history behind this beautiful town.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Lake Geneva Ghost Walk and had such a great experience with Rita.
via Tripadvisor
Looking for fun, try the ghost tour
Moe was very knowledgeable and entertaining. She seemed to greatly enjoy her job and was very personable.
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining us on the Lake Geneva Ghost Walk! We’re so glad you had a fun time with Moe.
via Tripadvisor
Perseverance
Moe was a wonderful tour guide who was able to overcome all obstacles i.e. loud cars, motorcycles, music, etc. and was able to gracefully incorporate them into her tour. It all worked out perfectly, like it was part of the show. Great job! Thank you for this wonderful experience!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience with Moe on the Lake Geneva Ghost Walk. She has a real talent for making every tour engaging, even when the unexpected tries to steal the spotlight, and we’re so glad she turned it into part of the fun.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- 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
- 17
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Lake Geneva Ghost Walk: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Milwaukee.
How much does Lake Geneva Ghost Walk cost?
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Prices start at $34 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Milwaukee usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Lake Geneva Ghost Walk take?
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Plan for about 1.5 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 Milwaukee is not rushed.
Is Lake Geneva Ghost Walk worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 49 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Milwaukee, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Lake Geneva Ghost Walk?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Lake Geneva Ghost Walk suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lake Geneva Ghost Walk?
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Around 17 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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lake Geneva Ghost Walk 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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?
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Milwaukee runs brewery and distillery tours, Harley-Davidson Museum visits, Lake Michigan cruises, riverwalk kayaking and food tours through the Third Ward. On Outty we rank every Milwaukee experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Personal and Detailed Milwaukee Sightseeing Bus Tour, Old Milwaukee 9am E-Bike Tour, Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum. 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 Milwaukee?
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May to September. 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 Milwaukee?
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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.
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