Tarpon Springs Ghost Tour — Haunted History & True Crime
(21) Reviews
Pinellas County
About
The original Tarpon Springs ghost tour. Led by screenwriter and local guide Ace Chapman. Real history. Real true crime. No theatrics.
This walking tour covers the story of Marshal Ruben Jones — described by a former Mayor as "the toughest, meanest, killingest man" in Tarpon Springs. Elected Marshal for 12 straight terms. Shot a man in the back at Spring Bayou. Tried and acquitted. Found with 80+ bullet wounds on a hunting trip. Case unsolved. His gold badge is at the Tarpon Springs Police Department.
Guests use dowsing rods at the historic Train Depot and a spirit box during select moments. Many have heard their own names. There is also Mary — a documented spirit who responds to Ace on dem...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Spirit box during select moments — many guests hear their own names
All equipment provided at no additional charge
Dowsing rods on the platform of the historic Train Depot
Small group experience — maximum 15 guests
Documented local history, true crime, and paranormal storytelling
Guided nighttime walking tour through historic downtown Tarpon Springs led by Ace Chapman
Bottled water
(not required but appreciated)
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting Points
Departure
Tarpon Springs Bayou
Your ghost tour guide will meet you at Spring Bayou W Tarpon Ave & N Spring Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, at the bottom of the staircase leading down to the water. This location is across the street and southwest of the Tarpon Inn. Free parking is available off Banana Street on W Court Street.
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Guests must be able to walk just over one mile at a leisurely pace
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Tarpon Springs Ghost Tour — Haunted History & True Crime
(21) Reviews
Pinellas County
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Price varies by group size
About
The original Tarpon Springs ghost tour. Led by screenwriter and local guide Ace Chapman. Real history. Real true crime. No theatrics.
This walking tour covers the story of Marshal Ruben Jones — described by a former Mayor as "the toughest, meanest, killingest man" in Tarpon Springs. Elected Marshal for 12 straight terms. Shot a man in the back at Spring Bayou. Tried and acquitted. Found with 80+ bullet wounds on a hunting trip. Case unsolved. His gold badge is at the Tarpon Springs Police Department.
Guests use dowsing rods at the historic Train Depot and a spirit box during select moments. Many have heard their own names. There is also Mary — a documented spirit who responds to Ace on dem...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Spirit box during select moments — many guests hear their own names
All equipment provided at no additional charge
Dowsing rods on the platform of the historic Train Depot
Small group experience — maximum 15 guests
Documented local history, true crime, and paranormal storytelling
Guided nighttime walking tour through historic downtown Tarpon Springs led by Ace Chapman
Bottled water
(not required but appreciated)
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting Points
Departure
Tarpon Springs Bayou
Your ghost tour guide will meet you at Spring Bayou W Tarpon Ave & N Spring Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, at the bottom of the staircase leading down to the water. This location is across the street and southwest of the Tarpon Inn. Free parking is available off Banana Street on W Court Street.
