Ft Lauderdale Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Fort Lauderdale’s Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl is really a walking ghost tour with a pub-crawl name. You’ll hear tales of magical realism, Louise Cromartie’s ghost, mysterious drownings, rebel apparitions, and people who feel watched near the Museum of Discovery and Science. The route packs eight stops into about two hours, all within the downtown Fort Lauderdale area.

I like the compact evening timing and the variety of stops, from Bodega Taqueria and the Original Fat Cats to Esplanade Park and the House on the River. I also like the small maximum group of 20, which should make it easier to hear the guide. The main concern is simple: no drink stops are included, and one poor account describes a guide who was hard to hear and a tour that felt disjointed.

Key points to know before booking

• Eight downtown stops: The route includes bars, historic buildings, a park, a museum area, and a riverfront house.
• The tour begins at 5:45 pm: You meet at Bodega Taqueria, 21 W Las Olas Blvd, and return there at the end.
• The $36 price covers the guide only: Admission is free at each stop, but drinks are not listed as included.
• The stories range from ghosts to local tragedy: Expect tales of Louise Cromartie, Johnny, mysterious drownings, bloodstained apparitions, and a massacre.
• Groups are capped at 20 people: That is a useful limit for an outdoor storytelling tour, though guide volume still matters.
• The experience has mixed feedback: One person praised the guide’s clear history stories, while others reported major problems with the route, sound, and meeting arrangements.

A downtown ghost walk with an important catch

I would treat this as a haunted history walk, not a classic bar crawl. The word booze suggests several opportunities to stop, order a drink, and hear stories inside local pubs. The supplied details instead show eight storytelling stops, with no drinks or pub visits included in the price.

That distinction matters. If you want a guided walk that links Fort Lauderdale’s past with supernatural tales, the format makes sense. If you want to spend the evening moving from bar to bar, you may find the experience too light on the booze part.

The route begins at Bodega Taqueria on Las Olas Boulevard at 5:45 pm. Each listed stop lasts about 15 minutes, which adds up to two hours once walking time is included. You get an English-speaking guide, a mobile ticket, and a return to the starting point. The tour is offered by Ft. Lauderdale Ghosts By Us Ghost Adventures.

The public rating is 3.4 from 10 reviews, so I would book with realistic expectations. One five-star account praised the guide for clear storytelling and strong knowledge of the history at each stop. Two one-star accounts raise practical concerns about the tour’s organization and whether the advertised experience matches what happens on the ground.

Stop 1: Bodega Taqueria and Fort Lauderdale’s magical realism

The first stop at 21 W Las Olas Blvd sets the tone with stories described as Fort Lauderdale’s magical realism. That phrase suggests a blend of local history, strange events, and supernatural detail rather than a straightforward account of one haunted building.

Bodega Taqueria is also the meeting point, so arrive with enough time to identify the location and check your mobile ticket. Since the tour starts at 5:45 pm, the early evening setting should suit a ghost walk better than a midday departure.

This opening stop is useful because it gives the guide a chance to explain the mood and background of the city before the route turns to specific ghosts. Still, the listed stop lasts only 15 minutes. If you enjoy long, detailed stories, the pace may feel brisk.

Stop 2: Louise Cromartie at King Cromartie House

At 231 SW 2nd Ave, the group visits King Cromartie House. The story here centers on Louise Cromartie, whose ghost may appear.

The word may is important. This is a storytelling stop, not a promise of a paranormal event. You should expect the guide to describe the location and its ghostly connection, but not a staged encounter or guaranteed sighting.

The house gives the tour a change of texture after the opening bar stop. Instead of hearing a broad tale about the city, you focus on one named figure. That kind of detail can make a ghost walk easier to follow, especially if the guide explains who Louise Cromartie was and why the building remains part of local folklore.

Stop 3: From a commercial area to hauntings

At 214 SW 2nd St, the guide explains how Fort Lauderdale began as a commercial area and later became linked with hauntings. This stop appears to provide the city context behind the ghost stories.

I like this idea because it connects the supernatural tales to the way the downtown area developed. A good guide can show you that haunted stories often grow around places with long use, changing businesses, and layers of local memory.

The drawback is that the supplied description is broad. It does not name a particular ghost or event for this stop. Your experience here will depend heavily on how clearly the guide links the commercial past to the later haunting stories.

Stop 4: Johnny at the Original Fat Cats

At 320 Himmarshee St, the tour reaches the Original Fat Cats and introduces Johnny. The description gives no further detail about who Johnny was or what makes the location haunted.

That mystery can work in the tour’s favor. A short story built around one named person may be more memorable than a long list of vague apparitions. On the other hand, the lack of detail makes it impossible to know how substantial this part of the tour will be.

The stop also helps explain the pub-crawl label, since the route includes a named bar location. But you should not assume that stopping outside or near a bar means you will sit down for a drink. Drinks are not included, and one unhappy account specifically complained that there were no actual pub stops for drinking.

Stop 5: Esplanade Park and the flowers for the dead

At 400 SW 2nd St, the group hears about Esplanade Park and the way local people spread flowers for those lost in a massacre. This is the tour’s most clearly tragic story.

The mention of flowers brings a human detail to the walk. Instead of focusing only on ghosts appearing in buildings, the story points to public grief and the way a community remembers people who died. That can give the tour more weight than a string of spooky claims.

The supplied information does not identify the massacre or give a date. That means you should listen closely if the guide provides those details. This stop may be especially meaningful for anyone who prefers local stories tied to loss and memory, though it could feel somber compared with the lighter bar-related tales.

Stop 6: The Apothecary and bloodstained rebels

At 330 SW 2nd St, the guide tells stories at the Apothecary about apparitions of rebels leaving stains of blood. This sounds like one of the more visual stories on the route.

Bloodstains and returning apparitions give the guide material for a vivid account, but the description does not explain which rebels are involved or what period the story concerns. I would listen for that context rather than judging the tale only as a ghost story. Without a clear link to local events, the story could feel disconnected.

This is also another stop where the guide’s delivery matters. The walk has eight short storytelling segments. If the guide speaks clearly and provides a simple thread from one stop to the next, the route should be easy to follow. If not, the rapid change from one legend to another may become confusing.

Stop 7: The Museum of Discovery and Science

At 401 SW 2nd St, the guide asks you to listen closely to stories about people feeling watched while visiting the Museum of Discovery and Science.

This stop relies on atmosphere more than a named ghost. The central idea is the sensation of being observed, which can be effective in a group setting, especially after sunset. It also gives the route a modern public attraction rather than another bar or historic house.

The phrase feel watched is not the same as a documented apparition. Keep that distinction in mind. The tour mixes named ghosts, local tragedy, mysterious deaths, and personal sensations. That variety may appeal to you if you enjoy folklore, but anyone seeking firm historical evidence may find the stories uneven.

Stop 8: The House on the River and mysterious drownings

The final stop is the House on the River at 301 SW 3rd Ave. Here, the guide tells stories of mysterious drownings.

As a closing location, this has a natural ghost-tour shape. Water-related deaths and unexplained events give the walk a darker final chapter before you return to the meeting point. The title House on the River also makes this stop easy to remember.

Again, the description does not give names, dates, or specific cases. The quality of the ending will depend on how much detail the guide supplies. After the story, the activity ends back at the original meeting point, so you are not left at a different part of downtown.

What $36 gets you, and what it does not

The cost is $36 per person for about two hours. That works out to roughly $18 per hour before any food or drinks you buy separately. For a guided evening walk in a central part of Fort Lauderdale, that can be a fair price if the guide is clear, the route runs on time, and the stories connect well.

The value is less convincing if you expect included drinks. No beverages are listed as part of the tour, and the admission ticket at every stop is free. In practical terms, you are paying for the guide, the route, and the storytelling rather than entry fees or refreshments.

The group limit of 20 is a plus. A smaller group can make it easier to hear the guide and stay together while walking between locations. It does not guarantee a strong experience, though. One account praised a guide who was easy to follow, while another described an inexperienced guide who was difficult to hear.

I would also consider how much you value structure. A well-run two-hour tour can feel full without dragging. A poorly connected series of 15-minute stories can feel rushed. Since the rating is mixed, the price is reasonable only if you are comfortable with some uncertainty.

Timing, meeting point, and practical details

The start time is 5:45 pm, and the activity lasts about two hours. You meet at 21 W Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301, and return to that same meeting point.

The tour is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. It is near public transportation, service animals are allowed, and most people can participate.

The activity has a maximum of 20 people. That makes it a better fit for you if you like group tours but do not want a very large crowd. The information does not specify the walking distance, pavement conditions, or seating at stops, so plan for an outdoor walking experience and wear practical shoes.

The cancellation policy is friendly if your plans may change. You receive a full refund when you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted.

One serious operational complaint described waiting more than an hour at the meeting point and then receiving conflicting information about the start time. The company offered assistance afterward. I cannot tell you how common that problem is, but I would keep your confirmation handy and contact the provider promptly if the meeting details are unclear.

Who will enjoy this Fort Lauderdale ghost tour?

I would recommend it most to you if you enjoy short local legends, evening walks, and stories that mix history with folklore. The route gives you several different settings in a small area, so you get more variety than a tour focused on one building.

It may suit couples, small groups of friends, and older children who can manage a two-hour walking activity. The material includes ghosts, blood, drownings, and a massacre, so it is not a gentle bedtime-style ghost story for every child.

You may also like it if you want an early evening activity before dinner. The 5:45 pm start leaves the rest of the night open, although the tour itself does not include a meal or drinks.

I would hesitate if your main goal is a traditional pub crawl. The name promises more bar time than the details support. I would also hesitate if you need a highly polished tour with a proven record of consistent guide quality. The mixed rating and complaints about organization deserve attention.

My booking advice

I would book this tour only after deciding that the ghost stories matter more than the booze. At $36, the route offers eight locations and a compact introduction to downtown Fort Lauderdale folklore. The strongest parts should be the variety of subjects, the named stories at King Cromartie House and the Original Fat Cats, and the more serious account connected with Esplanade Park.

I would not book it expecting a drink in every bar, a guaranteed ghost sighting, or a tightly researched historical lecture. Bring your mobile confirmation, arrive at the Las Olas meeting point early, and be prepared for a walking tour where the guide’s voice and storytelling skill shape much of the value.

FAQ

How much does the Ft. Lauderdale Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl cost?

The price is $36 per person. The fee includes the experienced guide, but drinks are not listed as included.

How long does the haunted pub crawl last?

The activity lasts approximately two hours. Each of the eight listed stops is scheduled for about 15 minutes, with the remaining time used for walking.

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at 21 W Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301, at Bodega Taqueria. It ends back at the same meeting point.

What time does the tour begin?

The scheduled start time is 5:45 pm.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The activity is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 20 people.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded.