2026 Tours
Eerie Stories, Legends & Lore Ghost Tour
Discover Erie’s creepy side on this 90‑minute walking tour through the city’s most intriguing stories. You’ll hear about the bloody but pivotal Battle of Lake Erie, the eerie legacy of Misery Bay, and lake‑born legends like the Storm Hag.
We’ll wander past downtown buildings rumored to have a ghost or two lingering inside, and dive into modern true‑crime history — including the infamous Pizza Bomber case featured in Netflix’s Evil Genius.
It’s a small‑group tour filled with spooky tales, local lore, and just enough humor to keep the spirits in line. The walk begins and ends at the Flagship City Food Hall, making it the perfect starting point for a fun night out in downtown Erie.
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Price: $20 Adults; $10 kids under 12; free for kids 4 and under.
Payment: Cash, check (Tour Erie) or book online (button at left).
Content warning: This tour may not be appropriate for children. Please be advised that we will be discussing murder, true crime, supernatural activity, and more things that might be too scary for wee ones. Use your parental discretion!
Tour Dates & Times:
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June 12-13 @ 7 p.m.
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July 17-18, 24-25 @ 7 p.m.
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Aug. 21-22 @ 7 p.m.
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Sept. 11-13, 25-26 @ 6:30 p.m.
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October: every Friday and Saturday at 5:30 p.m.
Duration: 90 minutes
Distance: 1.5 miles, flat terrain on city sidewalks.
Tour Start/Finish: Flagship Food Hall, 22 North Park Row entrance (Note: Meet at North Park Row doors, not the State Street entrance).
Parking: Metered street parking in and around Perry Square and State Streets. Or park in the Flagship District Parking Garage, a short walk from our starting point!
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Waterfront Tour
Explore Erie’s beautiful bayfront on a relaxed, private walking tour led by a local guide who knows the shoreline inside and out. You’ll learn about the War of 1812 and the Battle of Lake Erie, discover why sea‑creature sculptures decorate a freshwater harbor, and hear how local fishermen helped secure public access to the bay.
We’ll stop by landmarks like the U.S. Brig Niagara (when she’s in port), the Strong Vincent statue, and other hidden corners along the water. The walk covers about a mile, with an optional detour up to the skywalk for a stunning view over the bay.
It’s a scenic, story‑filled introduction to Erie’s history and waterfront — perfect for families, friends, or anyone who prefers sunshine and lake breezes over ghost stories.
Private groups only • Minimum of 4 people
Call/Text (814-873-4742) or Email to Book
Price: $25 Adults; $10 students in K-12; free for kids 4 and under
Tour Times: What works for you? This is a private tour for groups of four or more so we will work with your schedules. Call/text (814) 873-4742 or email us at tourerie@gmail.com to set up a date/time.
Duration: 90 minutes to 2 hours
Walking Distance: 1.5 miles, mostly flat terrain.
Tour Start/Finish: Dobbin's Landing/Bicentennial Tower, foot of State Street. Meet at the flagpole.
Parking: Metered parking near tower/on lower State Street, or there is a parking ramp at the Sheraton Hotel (fee)