Question 1

Is this a scary tour?

Accepted Answer

PG-13 atmospheric, not R-rated. The haunting is intertwined with real, documented history. Eerie, fascinating, and grounded in archival research.

Question 2

How long is the tour?

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75 minutes, covering approximately 1 mile of flat, easy walking through downtown Flagstaff.

Question 3

Where do we meet?

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Wheeler Park at 212 W Aspen Ave, right in the heart of downtown Flagstaff. Look for your guide near City Hall.

Question 4

What if it rains or snows?

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We run rain or shine. Flagstaff weather changes fast at 7,000 feet. Bring a jacket and dress in layers.

Question 5

Is this tour good for kids?

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PG-13. Old enough to walk downtown, old enough for this tour. The stories are real history, not cartoon scares.

Question 6

Can I bring my dog?

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Please call us at (928) 224-0518 for our current pet policy.

Question 7

How much does the ghost tour cost?

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$29 for adults, $25 for students, and $22 for children. Book online to lock in your spot.

Question 8

Do I need to book in advance or can I walk up?

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Book in advance online. Tours fill up, especially on weekends and during peak season.

Question 9

How many people are in a group?

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Up to 28 guests per tour.

Question 10

Can I book a private tour?

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For private tour inquiries, call us at (928) 224-0518.

Question 11

What's the cancellation policy?

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Full refund if cancelled 24+ hours before the tour. No refund under 24 hours.

Question 12

What makes this different from other Flagstaff ghost tours?

Accepted Answer

Every story comes from the original archival research of published historian Susan Johnson: three books with The History Press, years of primary source work. Not scripts someone Googled. Locally owned since 2015, 1,500+ reviews across Google, TripAdvisor, and Viator, and Flagstaff's most reviewed tour company.

Question 13

Who researched the stories?

Accepted Answer

Susan Johnson, published historian and co-founder of Freaky Foot Tours. She authored three books on Flagstaff with The History Press: Haunted Flagstaff, Wicked Flagstaff, and Flagstaff's Walkup Family Murders. Court records, newspaper clippings, first-person accounts from the archives.

Question 14

Are the ghost stories real?

Accepted Answer

The stories are based on documented historical events, verified eyewitness accounts, and Susan Johnson's archival research. The history is real. The unexplained occurrences are reported by real guests and staff over decades.

Question 15

What's the most haunted building on the tour?

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That depends on who you ask. The Hotel Monte Vista and the Weatherford Hotel both have decades of documented accounts. Read more about the Hotel Monte Vista's haunted history. You'll hear the details on the tour.

Question 16

Has anything paranormal happened during a tour?

Accepted Answer

Guests have reported personal experiences on the tour. We let you decide what to make of them.

Question 17

What's the connection between the tour and Susan Johnson's books?

Accepted Answer

Susan Johnson's published research is the foundation of every story on this tour. The books and the tour draw from the same archival work.

Question 18

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Comfortable walking shoes and layers. Flagstaff sits at 7,000 feet, and temperatures drop quickly after dark. A jacket is recommended year-round.

Question 19

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

The route covers flat downtown sidewalks. For specific accessibility questions, call us at (928) 224-0518.

Question 20

Where can I park downtown?

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There is free street parking and public lots throughout downtown Flagstaff near the meeting point at Wheeler Park.

Question 21

Are there restrooms on the route?

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There are public restrooms near the meeting point. We recommend using them before the tour begins.

Question 22

Can I take photos during the tour?

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Yes. Photos are welcome throughout the tour.

Question 23

What's the weather like in Flagstaff at night?

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Flagstaff sits at 7,000 feet. Evenings are cool year-round, and winter temperatures often drop below freezing after dark. Bring layers.

Question 24

What else is there to do in Flagstaff after the tour?

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Downtown Flagstaff has dozens of restaurants, bars, and shops within walking distance of the tour route. Many guests grab dinner or drinks before or after.

Question 25

Is this a good date night activity?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A 75-minute walk through haunted downtown Flagstaff makes for a memorable evening. Many reviews specifically mention it as a great date night.

Question 26

Can I combine this with dinner downtown?

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Absolutely. The tour meets in the heart of downtown, surrounded by restaurants. Book the 7 PM tour and grab dinner after, or eat first and walk at 8 PM (Fri-Sat only).

Question 27

How far is Flagstaff from Phoenix? From Sedona? From the Grand Canyon?

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Phoenix: about 2.5 hours. Sedona: about 45 minutes. Grand Canyon South Rim: about 1.5 hours.

Question 28

What hotels are near the tour meeting point?

Accepted Answer

The Weatherford Hotel and Hotel Monte Vista (both on the tour route) are within a short walk. Several other hotels and motels are nearby on Route 66.

Question 29

Who runs Freaky Foot Tours?

Accepted Answer

Nick Jones and Susan Johnson co-founded Freaky Foot Tours in 2015. Nick manages operations. Susan is the historian and researcher.

Question 30

How long has FFT been operating?

Accepted Answer

Since 2015. Founded in Flagstaff and still locally owned.

Question 31

What other tours do you offer?

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In Flagstaff: the Route 66 Walking Tour, the Flagstaff Mural Tour and Mountain Town of Madness, the adults-only version of this tour. The Cemetery Tour and the Southside tour run as private bookings, and the Southside haunted pub crawl books private most nights with the occasional public ticketed night. In Prescott and Tucson: a Haunted History Tour in each city, plus the Prescott History Tour and the Tucson Mural Tour. Visit freakyfoottours.com for the full list.

Question 32

Do you operate in other cities?

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Yes. Freaky Foot Tours operates in Flagstaff, Prescott, and Tucson, Arizona.

Question 33

Do you run tours year-round?

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Yes. Daily at 7 PM, with an additional 8 PM tour on Friday and Saturday.

Question 34

Is the tour different during Halloween?

Accepted Answer

The tour content stays consistent year-round. The stories are powerful enough without seasonal gimmicks.

Question 35

How is this different from Ghost City Tours' Flagstaff tour?

Accepted Answer

Our tour is backed by a published historian's archival research. Locally owned since 2015. Flagstaff's most reviewed tour company. Not a franchise.

Question 36

Is this the same as the Flagstaff Underground tour?

Accepted Answer

No. Different tour, different stories. The Underground focuses on history beneath the streets. This tour covers haunted downtown landmarks above ground.

Question 37

Do you offer a pub crawl?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Spirits With The Spirits is the Freaky Foot Tours haunted pub crawl of Flagstaff's Southside: 21 and over, about two hours, three bar stops from Mother Road Brewing to Historic Barrel + Bottle House, drinks not included. Most nights it books as a private crawl for groups up to 16 from $400 per group, and the occasional public night sells tickets at $55 per person on the freakyfoottours.com tour page. For your own date, request it through the private tour inquiry form on this site.

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