Ft Lauderdale Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Fort Lauderdale’s ghost stories take you through more than old buildings. This two-hour walk links Las Olas Boulevard, historic homes, bars, parks, and the New River into one evening of local legends, strange deaths, and reported apparitions. The route is short at each stop, so you keep moving instead of sitting through one long lecture.

I like the $36 price and the compact route. I also like the mix of subjects, from Louise Cromartie’s ghost to stories tied to a massacre and mysterious drownings. The main caution is that this may feel more like a haunted walking tour than a true pub crawl, since drinks and dedicated drinking stops are not included in the tour details.

A current rating of 3.4 from 10 published ratings points to an uneven experience. One strong account praises a guide who was easy to follow and well prepared with the history of each stop. But another describes a hard-to-hear guide, scattered stories, and no actual time in pubs. A separate booking problem involved a missed pickup and a long wait, so I would confirm the meeting details before setting out.

Key points to know before booking

• Eight stops in about two hours: Each location receives roughly 15 minutes, keeping the pace brisk.
• The route begins and ends at 21 W Las Olas Boulevard: You do not need to arrange a separate ride back from the final stop.
• The $36 fee covers the guide, not drinks: The listed stops include bars and restaurants, but admission and beverages are not included.
• The stories range from ghosts to local tragedy: Expect tales about apparitions, drownings, bloodstains, and people who feel watched.
• The group can reach 20 people: This is small enough for a walking tour, but hearing the guide may be harder in a larger group.
• Free cancellation ends 24 hours before start time: A late cancellation or change is not eligible for a refund.

Starting at Las Olas with magical realism

Meet at 21 W Las Olas Boulevard at 5:45 pm. The first stop is Bodega Taqueria, where the guide sets up the evening with stories described as Fort Lauderdale magical realism.

That is a useful opening because it signals the tone. This is not presented as a serious investigation of paranormal claims. It is a mix of local lore, unsettling tales, and the city’s strange turns of history. You may enjoy that blend if you like ghost walks that connect a place to its stories rather than rely only on jump scares.

The first talk lasts about 15 minutes. Since the tour moves through public locations, you should expect to listen outside or near the businesses rather than settle in for a private meal or drink. Wear shoes suited to walking and arrive ready to hear the guide over normal city noise.

Louise Cromartie at King Cormartie House

The second stop is King Cormartie House at 231 SW 2nd Avenue. The name in the tour details is spelled King Cormartie House, while the ghost story centers on Louise Cromartie.

This is one of the more specific stops on the route. A named ghost gives the guide something concrete to build around, and it is easier to remember than a general tale about a haunted street. The story suggests that Louise Cromartie may appear during the visit, though no one can promise an apparition.

You receive about 15 minutes here. That short time works well if the guide tells one focused story. It works less well if the tale needs a long explanation of the house, its residents, and the surrounding area. The quality of the guide matters a lot at this point, so stay close enough to hear clearly.

How commerce turned into hauntings

At 214 SW 2nd Street, the guide explains how Fort Lauderdale began as a commercial area and later became linked to hauntings. This stop appears to provide the broad city context for the walk.

I like having a stop that explains how the setting changed. Without that background, a ghost tour can become a string of unrelated spooky claims. Here, the goal seems to be showing how ordinary business activity, development, and local events helped create stories that linger.

The wording of the tour details is a little rough, and that raises a practical concern. If your guide speaks quickly or does not organize the timeline well, this may be one of the harder stories to follow. One strong account specifically praised a guide who made the history easy to understand, which is exactly what this stop needs.

Johnny at the Original Fat Cats

The fourth stop is the Original Fat Cats at 320 Himmarshee Street. Here, you hear the story of Johnny.

This is the point most likely to appeal to anyone expecting the booze part of the title. Still, the available details do not say that a drink is included, that the group sits at the bar, or that you receive a discount. Treat the stop as a story location first. If you want a drink, bring enough money to purchase it separately, but do not assume the schedule allows time for a full round.

The 15-minute format can be a strength. You get the atmosphere of a bar connected to a local tale without giving up the rest of the route. It can also feel too brief if you hoped for a relaxed pub evening. The distinction matters when you compare this with a conventional bar crawl.

Esplanade Park and the flowers for the dead

At 400 SW 2nd Street, the route reaches Esplanade Park. The guide tells how local people spread flowers for those lost in a massacre.

This is a darker change of tone. The story connects the city’s public space with grief and remembrance, not just ghostly entertainment. That can give the walk more weight, especially if you prefer local tragedy and community memory to invented haunted-house effects.

The tour details do not identify the massacre or provide dates. You should therefore expect an overview rather than a full lesson in the event. If the guide gives clear context, this could be one of the more moving stops. If the explanation is vague, you may leave wanting more information.

Because this is an outdoor park stop, normal evening conditions matter. You may hear other people, traffic, or activity around the route. That is part of the setting, but it can make a quiet ghost story harder to catch.

Bloodstains and rebels at the Apothecary

The sixth stop, at the Apothecary on 330 SW 2nd Street, brings reports of apparitions connected to rebels leaving stains of blood.

This is the most visual story on the route. Apparitions and bloodstains give the guide strong images to work with, and the setting may help the tale feel tied to a real place. As with the other stories, the description does not establish that anything paranormal will happen during your visit.

I would pay close attention to the guide’s wording here. Stories involving violence can easily become muddled if names, dates, and events are not explained in order. The best version of this stop would separate known local events from the supernatural claims. That approach lets you enjoy the spooky side without treating every legend as proven fact.

The Museum of Discovery and Science

At 401 SW 2nd Street, the guide talks about people who feel watched while visiting the Museum of Discovery and Science.

This stop changes the mood again. Instead of focusing on one named ghost, it centers on the feeling of being observed. That is a familiar ghost-tour idea, but the museum setting gives it a modern public backdrop.

The stop is outside the museum area according to the route details, and there is no indication that museum admission is part of the tour. You should not plan on entering the museum as part of the activity. The talk lasts about 15 minutes, so expect a brief story rather than a museum visit or investigation.

This is also a place where group size may affect your experience. The tour can have up to 20 people. Stay near the guide, especially if city noise makes a soft voice difficult to hear. One negative account specifically raised problems with hearing the guide, so this is not a minor detail.

The House on the River and mysterious drownings

The final stop is the House on the River at 301 SW 3rd Avenue. The story here involves mysterious drownings.

It is a fitting final tale because water, death, and uncertainty make an effective ending for a haunted walk. The route details do not explain whether the house can be entered, so plan to hear the story from the public route rather than expect a private house tour.

After this stop, the activity returns to the original meeting point. That makes the evening easier to plan. You can arrange dinner, a ride, or another Fort Lauderdale activity from the same central area instead of figuring out transport from a different neighborhood.

What $36 really buys you

At $36 per person, the cost works out to a reasonable fee for an approximately two-hour guided walk, particularly if your guide speaks clearly and ties the stories together. You receive eight stops, an English-speaking guide, and a route that covers several types of locations.

The value drops if you expect drinks, table service, or a traditional crawl between several bars. No beverages are listed as included. The venues are story settings, not promised pub sessions, and each stop receives about 15 minutes.

I would think of the fee as payment for local storytelling and route planning. You are paying to have someone connect Fort Lauderdale places with legends that would be difficult to find on your own. If you want a drink, budget for it separately and ask the guide at the start how much time the group will spend inside any venue.

Timing, group size, and practical concerns

The tour starts at 5:45 pm and lasts about two hours. That timing gives you an evening activity without taking up the entire night. It also lets you plan dinner afterward, though you should allow a little extra time if the walk runs longer than expected.

The maximum group size is 20. That is not a huge group, but it is large enough for the guide’s voice and organization to matter. Arrive early, stand near the guide, and avoid falling behind when the group moves between locations.

The activity is near public transportation, and it ends where it begins. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. The provided details do not describe the exact walking distance, surface conditions, or seating, so anyone needing specific mobility information should ask before booking.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability. I would keep that confirmation handy and double-check the start time and meeting point. One account describes waiting more than an hour at the agreed location after a pickup mix-up, followed by conflicting information from the company. That is a serious logistical warning, even though it may not reflect every booking.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the 5:45 pm start. Cancellations or changes made inside that period are not refunded or accepted. The cut-off uses Fort Lauderdale local time.

Who will enjoy this Fort Lauderdale ghost walk

I would recommend it most to you if you enjoy short walking tours, local legends, and a little theatrical mystery. The route has enough variety to keep the evening moving, and the stops cover bars, parks, public buildings, and a riverfront house.

It may suit couples, friends, and older children who can manage a two-hour walk, though the supplied information does not give a minimum age. It also works for someone who wants a themed evening activity before dinner.

I would be more cautious if your main goal is drinking. The title suggests a pub crawl, but the details only promise an experienced guide. They do not promise bar seating, drink purchases, included beverages, or discounts. I would also hesitate if you need a polished, tightly structured presentation, since the experience appears to depend heavily on the individual guide.

The strongest version of this tour has a guide who speaks clearly, explains each story in order, and separates local history from legend. One positive account specifically praised those qualities. The weakest version has unclear narration and little connection between stops.

Should you book the Boos and Booze crawl?

Book it if you want an affordable, compact introduction to Fort Lauderdale’s haunted folklore and you are comfortable treating the pub stops as story locations rather than a guaranteed drinking event. The eight-stop route, central start and finish, and mix of ghost tales give you a useful evening outline.

Skip it if you expect a full bar crawl, included drinks, or a highly polished paranormal production. Before booking, confirm the meeting point and start time, then arrive early enough to find the group. At $36, it can be fair value for a good guide, but the uneven rating means the guide and organization will shape the night more than the subject matter does.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin?

The tour begins at 21 W Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301.

What time does the tour start?

The scheduled start time is 5:45 pm.

How long does the tour last?

The activity lasts approximately two hours.

Where does the tour finish?

The tour ends back at the original meeting point.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $36 per person.

Are drinks included?

No drinks are listed as included. The experience includes an experienced guide, but you should plan to pay separately for any beverage you purchase.

What language is offered?

The tour is offered in English.

How large can the group be?

The maximum group size is 20 people.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded.