Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour worth booking?
Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Portland, United States, from $34 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $34 per person
From fiery deaths to watery graves: In this 1.5 mile cemetery walking tour, we weave what we know of the peoples who lived here for millennia with verifiable stories of recent centuries. We can only guess, based on our psychics’ readings and eerie coincidences we have observed, where people here before us feared to walk and canoe at night. As a wise person wrote, every story ends as a ghost story. Our ghosts are legion. We now call it Oregon; “ourigan” was ancestral home to hundreds of thousands. They have left a darkness here, expressed with stories from the earliest days of our written history to modern times. Starting with early disasters, we will tell ghost stories we have collected, from fiery deaths to those in the waters of nearby river; from self-inflicted to deaths brought by the state or a rich man’s guilt. Our route takes us through the inner eastside, where more of Portland’s disasters have happened than any other part of the city & where many early settlers are buried.
What you get
About this experience
From fiery deaths to watery graves: In this 1.5 mile cemetery walking tour, we weave what we know of the peoples who lived here for millennia with verifiable stories of recent centuries. We can only guess, based on our psychics’ readings and eerie coincidences we have observed, where people here before us feared to walk and canoe at night. As a wise person wrote, every story ends as a ghost story. Our ghosts are legion. We now call it Oregon; “ourigan” was ancestral home to hundreds of thousands. They have left a darkness here, expressed with stories from the earliest days of our written history to modern times. Starting with early disasters, we will tell ghost stories we have collected, from fiery deaths to those in the waters of nearby river; from self-inflicted to deaths brought by the state or a rich man’s guilt. Our route takes us through the inner eastside, where more of Portland’s disasters have happened than any other part of the city & where many early settlers are buried.
What's included
Included
- Guided walking tour
Not included
- Snacks
- Gratuities for your guides, always appreciated
What you'll see and do
Revolution Hall
We will meet at Revolution Hall, a former high school who counted many now-famous people who would lead brilliant but tortured lives as alumni and suffered a tragic fire a century ago.
20 minutes here
We will walk through the quiet streets of one of the oldest residential neighborhoods in what we now call Portland, telling stories of Portland’s first known witch and women who worked in the sex trade; and stories of seances that swept the city.
20 minutes here
Lone Fir Pioneer Cemetery
We will enter the Lone Fir cemetery near the section known only as “Block 14,” where mass graves of Chinese immigrants and those who died at the nearby asylum for the insane were buried. After telling some of the stories we know, we will walk through the cemetery, visiting the final resting places of residents that we have heard stories of already, as well as some of the most intense resident deaths; from dramatic drownings to axe murders to suicides.
50 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Portland
We meet at 1300 SE Stark, at the building's formal entrance, on the western side of the building closest to the dog park (the downtown-facing side of the property)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We'll end at the cemetery near 26th Avenue. Our guides can help you navigate back to the starting point if necessary.
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 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Around Portland Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
It was a great tour! I...
It was a great tour! I got to learn a lot about Portland in addition to the ghost & cemetery tour! I highly recommend this tour if you want to learn history AND have a spooky good time! The tour guide was also so kind and wonderful!
via Viator
History with a psychic
Loved the approach of history infused with knowledge of psychics and spirits. The neighborhood is so full of stories and the weather was ideal for a ghost tour!
via Tripadvisor
The undertold stories
The tour was fascinating, with a lot of information about the city and region and weaving in art, architecture and literature as well as history. I was impressed with her attention to undertold stories as well as excellent retellings of stories I had already learned.
via Tripadvisor
great history tour of the area
Sarah was engaging and very informative as our hostess and tour guide. We enjoyed the stories and her additional comments about the area. This was not a ghost tour per-say as we had anticipated, which was a little disappointing, but still a fun evening and we learned a lot.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Learning of the history of prominent people and information not commonly known about Oregon and Portland.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 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
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Around Portland Tours, who run 21 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.7 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Portland.
How much does Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour 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 Portland usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour 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 Portland is not rushed.
Is Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Portland, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour?
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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 Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour 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 Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour?
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Around 4 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 Portland 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 Portland and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour 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 Portland 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 Portland?
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Portland's activity list is food cart and brewery crawls, Columbia River Gorge waterfall tours to Multnomah Falls, Mount Hood day trips and Willamette Valley pinot tastings. Gorge tours vary in how many falls they reach, so route detail is the deciding factor. On Outty we rank every Portland experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour, Full-Day Guided Oregon Coast Tour from Portland, Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day. 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 Portland?
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June to October for the Gorge, with waterfalls at their fullest in spring. 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 Portland?
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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 Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour?
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Included: Guided walking tour. Not included: Snacks; and Gratuities for your guides, always appreciated. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour?
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We meet at 1300 SE Stark, at the building's formal entrance, on the western side of the building closest to the dog park (the downtown-facing side of the property) Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour 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 Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour?
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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 Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Portland. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Macabre Ghost History of Portland, Oregon walking tour?
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Across 11 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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