Ft. Lauderdale: Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Fort Lauderdale’s Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl mixes local ghost lore with drinks at up to four bars. The most memorable stops may be the King Cromartie House, with its chilling past, and Esplanade Park, where you’ll hear about spirits said to wail after dark. The route changes by day and season, so expect a guided story walk rather than a fixed checklist.

I like the friendly, personal feel, especially with guides such as Jesus and Joe, and I like that the tour adds local history to a night out instead of simply moving from bar to bar. The main catch is that drinks cost extra, transportation is not included, and the experience is not suited to people with mobility impairments.

Key points at a glance

• King Cromartie House: Hear the story behind one of Fort Lauderdale’s best-known haunted places.
• Old Coyote Ugly: Stop for a drink while learning about the bar’s reported mob connections.
• Esplanade Park: Listen for local tales of spirits and unexplained wailing.
• Flexible route: The bars and haunted stops can change with the weekday and season.
• Personal guides: Jesus and Joe have been singled out for warm, lively storytelling.
• Simple meeting point: Begin at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila on West Las Olas Boulevard.

What the Boos and Booze crawl is really like

This is a walking pub crawl with a ghost-tour backbone. You meet your guide at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, then move through Fort Lauderdale’s downtown area, stopping at bars and nearby sites connected with local legends.

The plan allows for up to four watering holes, with roughly 15 to 20 minutes to an hour at each destination. That is a wide range, and it matters. One tour may feel like a quick-moving night of short stops, while another may give you more time at a particular bar or haunted location.

The route is not fixed. It can change by day of the week and by season, and the listed sites are possible stops rather than guaranteed stops on every outing. If you have your heart set on one particular building, ask about the current route when you book.

The tour lasts two hours, which is a useful length for an evening activity. You get enough time for several stories and drinks without committing your whole night. At the same time, the clock moves quickly when the group has to walk, order drinks, hear a story, and move on.

Starting at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila

Your meeting point is Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, 21 W Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301. Look for a guide wearing a black US Ghost Adventures T-shirt and carrying a lantern. That lantern is a practical marker in a busy downtown setting, and it gives the meeting a suitably spooky touch.

The first drink is part of the social setup, but your drinks are not included in the $30 tour price. Plan on paying for beverages separately, along with a tip for your guide. The price covers the two-hour walk, storytelling, and guidance between the stops.

I like this kind of start because it lets you get your bearings before the walking begins. You can meet the guide, settle in with the group, and learn how the evening will work. It also makes clear from the start that this is not a theatrical haunted house. It is a local walking tour paired with real bars and stories tied to specific places.

The guide’s personality will shape the evening. Jesus received particularly strong praise for his warmth, enthusiasm, and careful research. One participant even checked some of his stories afterward and found them accurate. Joe was also described as a fun guide who made the tour worthwhile even when the group was very small.

That personal element is important here. A ghost story depends on timing and delivery. A lively guide can make a short stop feel memorable, while a flat delivery would make even a spooky building seem ordinary.

King Cromartie House and Fort Lauderdale’s darker stories

The King Cromartie House is one of the tour’s main haunted-history stops. Here, your guide shares the story behind a building known for eerie reports and a troubling past.

The appeal is not just the possibility of seeing a haunted place. The guide gives you a reason to pay attention to the building, its setting, and the stories linked to it. You get a sense of how local legends grow around older places and how a city’s past can survive through repeated retelling.

Expect this stop to focus on storytelling rather than a long interior visit. The tour information does not promise entry into every building, and the exact time spent at each stop can vary. That is worth keeping in mind if you prefer a formal house tour with rooms, artifacts, and a fixed script.

I would treat King Cromartie House as a story stop with atmosphere. Listen for the details that explain why the place became known as haunted, then judge the tale for yourself. You do not need to believe in ghosts to enjoy the stop. The local setting and the guide’s delivery are the main attractions.

Old Coyote Ugly and the mob connection

Old Coyote Ugly adds a different kind of story to the evening. Instead of focusing only on spirits, the guide discusses the bar’s reported mob-related past while you have time for a drink.

This is one of the better ideas in the route because it broadens the subject beyond ghost sightings. Fort Lauderdale’s nightlife has its own stories, and a bar connected with organized crime lore gives the tour a more human sort of suspense. The result is less about one supernatural claim and more about the character of the place.

You may spend anywhere from about 15 minutes to an hour at a stop, depending on the route. That can be useful if you want time to order a drink and listen without being rushed. It can also make the evening feel uneven if one stop runs long and another becomes brief.

Remember that the drink is your responsibility. The $30 admission does not cover alcohol, food, transportation, or a tip. For a downtown night out, the cost can still be reasonable, but you should compare it with the price of a normal bar crawl where you choose your own venues.

Original Fat Cats and the changing route

Original Fat Cats is another possible stop. The available details do not promise a specific story or a guaranteed visit here, so you should think of it as part of the tour’s rotating lineup rather than a fixed attraction.

That flexibility helps the operator adjust for the day and season. It may also make the crawl feel more like a real night out, since the route responds to current conditions instead of following an unchanging schedule. The tradeoff is predictability. If you want a carefully fixed itinerary, this may feel too loose.

The changing route also means you should avoid judging the tour solely by one advertised stop. The experience is built around the combination of bars, walks, and stories. One evening may emphasize a haunted building, another may give more time to a pub, and another may include a different mix of stops.

For me, the route works best if you arrive ready for a guided Fort Lauderdale evening rather than a strict attraction tour. Keep your expectations flexible, and the variations become part of the fun.

Esplanade Park after dark

Esplanade Park brings the tour outdoors and gives the ghost stories a change of setting. Here, you’ll hear about spirits said to frequent the park and listen for the wailing connected with local tales.

A park stop can be especially effective because there is less separation between the story and the surroundings. Instead of standing inside a bar while someone describes a legend, you are hearing about supernatural activity in an open public place. The mood depends on the time of day, the weather, and the group, but the setting gives the story room to breathe.

Do not expect a staged performance or guaranteed paranormal activity. The experience is based on researched local stories and traditional ghost-tour storytelling. If you enjoy folklore, you’ll have plenty to discuss. If you want documented proof of the supernatural, this is not the right kind of activity.

The outdoor portion also explains the advice to wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Fort Lauderdale weather can affect a walking tour, and the route includes movement between bars and outdoor sites. The tour does not provide transportation, so you should be ready to walk between the meeting point, pubs, and haunted stops.

The guides make the difference

The strongest feature here is the guide. Jesus was praised for being kind, enthusiastic, and highly informed about the stories. His energy helped turn the crawl into a memorable evening, and his attention to factual detail added weight to the tales.

Joe also received warm feedback for making the tour enjoyable and teaching useful local details. One outing had only one participant, yet the experience still included a visit near the fire station and plenty to learn. That tells you something useful about the format: the tour can remain personal even when the group is small.

A small group can be a real advantage on a storytelling walk. You have more room to ask questions, hear the guide clearly, and keep the pace comfortable. A larger group may feel more social, but it can also make it harder to stay close during a walk or catch every detail.

The tour is offered in English with a live guide. You are not simply following an audio recording or reading information from a phone. The guide controls the pace and can respond to the group, which is particularly useful when stories lead to questions.

Is $30 a fair price?

At $30 per person, the tour is priced as a modest guided evening activity rather than an all-inclusive pub crawl. The admission covers two hours with a guide, local stories, and the route between up to four bars and haunted sites.

You will need to budget extra for drinks. That makes the final cost depend heavily on your choices. If you have one drink and treat the tour mainly as a history and ghost walk, the value is fairly good. If you order several drinks or food at each stop, the night becomes much more expensive.

I like the price for people who want structure. You could walk around Fort Lauderdale on your own and visit bars for less in guide fees, but you would not get the same sequence of local legends or the benefit of someone who has researched the stories.

The value is less clear if you dislike group tours or have no interest in ghost lore. You would be paying for a theme you may not use. The best fit is someone who enjoys a drink, a short walk, and a well-told local tale, all in one package.

Practical advice before you go

Wear comfortable shoes. The route involves walking between bars and outdoor stops, and the tour does not include transportation. Dress for the weather, particularly because part of the evening may take place in a park or on city streets.

Smoking and video recording are not allowed. Bring your phone for the meeting details and general use, but plan to listen rather than record the guide’s presentation.

The experience is not suitable for people with mobility impairments. The exact amount of walking and the number of stops can vary, so anyone with concerns should check the route before booking.

The tour is best suited to adults who enjoy nightlife and spooky storytelling. It could work well for couples, friends, or a solo visitor who wants an organized evening in Fort Lauderdale. You do not need to be a serious ghost believer. A curiosity about local stories is enough.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now while paying later. Those policies are useful if your Fort Lauderdale schedule is still changing.

Who should book the Boos and Booze crawl?

Book this tour if you want a social two-hour walk that combines local bars with haunted history. It is a good choice when you want more context than a standard night out, especially if you enjoy guides who tell stories with personality.

I would give it extra weight if Jesus or Joe is leading your date. Their warmth and energy have been a major part of the experience, and that matters more here than a long list of stops. A good guide can make a flexible route feel deliberate and fun.

Skip it if you want a fixed itinerary, included drinks, private transportation, or a serious investigation of paranormal activity. The route changes, drinks cost extra, and the tour depends on atmosphere and storytelling rather than proof.

For most visitors who enjoy a drink and a ghost story, $30 is a fair starting price. Arrive at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila with comfortable shoes, sensible clothes, and a willingness to let the evening’s route unfold.

FAQ

Where does the Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl meet?

The tour meets at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, 21 W Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301.

How do I identify the guide?

Your guide will wear a black US Ghost Adventures T-shirt and carry a lantern.

How long does the pub crawl last?

The tour lasts two hours.

Which bars and haunted sites might be included?

Possible stops include King Cromartie House, Old Coyote Ugly, Original Fat Cats, and Esplanade Park. The lineup can change by weekday and season.

Are drinks included in the $30 price?

No. The tour price does not include drinks, transportation, or a tip for the guide.

Can I cancel the tour for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.