Frequently Asked Questions
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What type of Tours are offered?
Our Tours are guided outdoor walking tours which share the History, Legends & Lore of Old Town Albuquerque.
Discover the area’s varied historic past, unique and hard to notice architectural details, Ghost Stories and more!
Private Tours, Field Trips, Group Tours, Step-On Guides and Speaker Presentations are available.
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HISTORY, Legends & Lore Tour of Old Town - a 75 minute historical walking Tour through Old Town Albuquerque
PLAZA HIGHLIGHTS Tour of Old Town - a 30 minute historical walking Tour of the Old Town Plaza area
GHOST TOUR of Old Town - a 90 minute walking tour which shares the ghost stories and paranormal investigations of Old Town’s haunted locations
Outlaws, Lawmen & Ghosts Tour - a 90 minute, themed character, walking Magic Show combined with the Ghost Tour
MOONLIGHT Ghost Tour - a 2 hour walking Ghost Tour, held at a special later time, which includes the history and superstitions surrounding the moon
GHOST HUNTING Tour - a 2 to 3 hour walking Ghost Tour and private Ghost Hunt. YOU become an actual Paranormal Investigator
Late Night Ghost Tour - 10pm every Friday & Saturday from July 5th through Labor Day - call for reservations
Saturday, October 18, 2008 - SPECIAL EVENT - more information coming soon!
When are the Tours?
Tours are held rain or shine, every day, year-round.
HISTORY, Legends & Lore:
Friday through Wednesday: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm
Thursday: By advance reservations only for group of 4 or more people
PLAZA Highlights: Held on a walk-up basis. Visit our Ticket Window for additional information:
GHOST TOUR held nightly at: 8pm
MOONLIGHT Ghost Tour held at: 10pm (see Tour information for dates)
GHOST HUNTING Tour held at 9pm (see Tour information for dates)
OUTLAWS, LAWMEN & GHOSTS Tour held at: 9pm (see Tour information for dates)
Can I have a private Tour?
Private Group Tours of six people or more may be scheduled year-round for any time of day or night.
Call for more information: (505) 246-TOUR
How long do the Tours take?
Our Tours take from thirty minutes to three hours, depending on the Tour.
History, Legends & Lore = 75 minutes
Plaza Highlights = 30 minutes
Christmas Tours = 75 minutes
Ghost/Moonlight/Outlaw Tours = 90 minutes to 2 hours
Ghost Hunting Tours = 2 to 3 hours
What is the walking distance of the Tour?
Our Tours are a leisurely one mile walk. There are no hills. Our Tours are not continual walking, there are several opportunities to sit along the way.
We tailor our Tours to your pace!
What do the Tours cost?
- $10.00 Adults
- $9.00 Seniors (55& older)
- $9.00 Military (with ID)
- $9.00 College (with ID)
- $8.00 Students (ages 13 - 17)
- $5.00 Youth (ages 6 -12)
- Children ages 5 and under are FREE when accompanied by an adult
Plaza Highlights Tour of Old Town
Tickets:
- $5.00 per person
- Children ages 5 and under are FREE when accompanied by an adult
Christmas Tour of Old Town
- $10.00 Adults
- $9.00 Seniors (55& older)
- $9.00 Military (with ID)
- $9.00 College (with ID)
- $8.00 Students (ages 13 - 17)
- $5.00 Youth (ages 6 -12)
- Children ages 5 and under are FREE when accompanied by an adult
GHOST Tour of Old Town Albuquerque
- $20.00 Adults
- $18.00 Seniors (55& older)
- $18.00 Military (with ID)
- $18.00 College (with ID)
- $16.00 Students (ages 13 - 17)
- $10.00 Youth (ages 6 -12)
- Children ages 5 and under are FREE when accompanied by an adult
- $20.00 Adults
- $18.00 Seniors (55& older)
- $18.00 Military (with ID)
- $18.00 College (with ID)
- $16.00 Students (ages 13 - 17)
- NOT suggested for children under the age of 13 due to Adult subject matter
MOONLIGHT Ghost Tour of Old Town
- $20.00 Adults
- $18.00 Seniors (55& older)
- $18.00 Military (with ID)
- $18.00 College (with ID)
- $16.00 Students (ages 13 - 17)
- NOT suggested for children under the age of 13 due to Adult subject matter
Ghost Hunting Tour of Old Town
- $40.00 Adults
- $35.00 Seniors (55& older)
- $35.00 Military (with ID)
- $30.00 College (with ID)
- $25.00 Students (ages 13 - 17)
- NOT suggested for children under the age of 13 due to Adult subject matter
Do you offer discounts?
Discounts for Seniors, Students, Children, Military and Groups of ten people or more are available.
Call for more information: (505) 246-TOUR
Where do I get tickets?
Online at: www.ToursOfOldTown.com
Over the phone by calling: (505) 246-TOUR
In person in Old Town at our Ticket Window in Plaza Don Luis. (Window opens 15 minutes before Tour times.)
Ghost Hunting, Moonlight and Outlaw Tours are held by PRE-PAID ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ONLY.
303 Romero Street NW - Space N120 (Near the Visitor Information Center & public restrooms.)
Where does the Tour Start?
Tours meet in front of our Ticket Window in the middle of Plaza Don Luis.
303 Romero Street NW - Space N120 (Near the Visitor Information Center & public restrooms.)
Where do I park?
There is free & paid parking available in Old Town.
What should I wear?
Tours are held regardless of the elements. Dress for the weather and for the uneven historic walkways. Suitable clothing including comfortable walking shoes is suggested. (Umbrellas are available for use, free of charge, in case of rain or in conjunction with personal misters on hot summer days.)
Do we go inside any of the buildings?
Most of the Tour locations are operating businesses. We reminisce from the outside walkways.
Will I see a ghost?
While it is impossible for anyone to guarantee the appearance of a ghost, things have happened on our Tours! Apparitions have emerged and objects have been moved in front of the Tour group... Please remember that our Tours are taken at your own risk.
By the participation in any of our Tours, the participant as well as any heirs or assignees agree to hold harmless and release, both now and in perpetuity, Tours of Old Town and its agents, employees, contractors and or representatives from any and all liability, injury, accident, death, harm, financial loss or incidental damages or any other circumstance arising from or that may occur during, immediately preceding or following or is in any way related to participation in said activity, whether or not due to omission, negligence, incompetence, failure or any other reason on the part of or by Tours of Old Town. Participant understands that said activity may be physically strenuous, emotionally disturbing and potentially hazardous, and agrees that they are in adequate physical and mental condition to participate as well as adequately outfitted and clothed.
Can I take pictures?
Still photography is allowed and encouraged. NO filming, video or audio recording, please.
Are Tours wheelchair accessible?
Tours are wheelchair, electric scooter and stroller accessible. If you require any other forms of special assistance or wish to obtain information in an alternative format, please contact us in writing at least two weeks before the scheduled event.
Let us help you to discover the Land of Enchantment!
(505) 246-TOUR