Take This Spooky, Lantern-Lit Walk In Old Town Albuquerque For A Bone-Chilling Halloween Experience In New Mexico
By Monica Spencer|Published October 21, 2020
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Monica Spencer
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Monica is a Diné (Navajo) freelance writer and photographer based in the Southwest. Born in Gallup and raised in Phoenix, she is Tódich'ii'nii (Bitter Water People) and Tsi'naajinii (Black Streak Wood People). Monica is a staff writer for Only In Your State, photo editor for The Mesa Legend, and previously a staff writer for The Navajo Post. You can reach her at monica.d.spencer@gmail.com.
New Mexico is home to some of the oldest places in the country, which means spooky tales are sure to follow. Historic locations—like Albuquerque’s Old Town—are eerie enough at night. But combine that hushed environment with some chilling historic accounts and you’ve probably found yourself in the middle of a ghost walk hosted by ABQ Tours.
Often referred to as the Original Ghost Tour of Old Town, these guided walks last just under two hours and will take you on a historic journey through this notable section of Albuquerque.
Even if you just happen to be a specter skeptic, you will get an engaging, funny, and sometimes tragic view of this part of town. While you may not be able to step inside most of the buildings during your tour, some locations you'll visit include San Felipe de Neri Church and Casa de Armijo.
Try out the Walk & Ride option, which combines a van ride with occasional walking. On this tour, you will get to see some of the haunted locations, Hollywood filming locations, and the sites of famous crime scenes along with detailed stories to go with them.
The Original Ghost Tour of Old Town is located in the Plaza Don Luis of Old Town Albuquerque.
The Original Ghost Tour of Old Town is located in the Plaza Don Luis of Old Town Albuquerque. Private and public tours are available several times per day and ticket prices start at vary based on the type of tour. You can find additional details on the ABQ Tours website or Facebook page.