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About the activity

Embark on a guided murder mystery ghost tour of downtown Los Angeles & visit the sites of some infamous crimes, such as the Hotel Cecil, the Black Dahlia, Charles Manson & Wild West lynchings.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    3 hours
  • Includes
    • Guided true crime and ghost tour of DTLA
    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Uncover the dark history of Los Angeles on a guided murder mystery ghost tour
  • Visit the Biltmore Hotel, where the Black Dahlia was last seen alive
  • Enjoy a cocktail at haunted bars such as Clifton's or the Alexandria Hotel
  • Learn about one of the most dangerous hotels in LA (and its the Hotel Cecil)
  • Visit the site of the Chinatown Massacre of 1871, the largest mass lynching in US history

Description

Embark on a journey to discover the noir underbelly of Los Angeles on a murder mystery ghost tour. Visit haunted bars and hotels, and learn about the city's dark past.

Start your tour at the Biltmore Hotel, the last place the tragic Black Dahlia, Elizabeth Short, was seen alive. Next, stop at Clifton’s and learn about the anti-corruption drive of its Christian founder, who had a few secrets of his own.

Move to the dreaded Hotel Cecil, which has a hellish history of murders, suicides, and killers, including the Night Stalker. Head to the once grand Alexandria Hotel, where Rudolph Valentino’s ghost still haunts his old penthouse.

Visit the Barclay Hotel, home to two serial killers, and the scene of some of their most brutal murders. See the site of the Chinatown Massacre of 1871, still the largest mass lynching in US history.

Finish your tour at the Halls of Justice, the site of many dramatic trials, including those of Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel (twice) and the infamous Charles Manson.

Good to know before you go
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately.
  • This tour is not recommended for children under 15 years old.
  • Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. We cannot hold for latecomers.
  • By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service.
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
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