Des Moines Ghost Tour: Des Moines Ghost Hunt
Step into the Heart of Iowa for a Des Moines Ghost Tour that blends eerie landmarks, haunted sites, and supernatural tales. This interactive ghost walk leads you through downtown’s most haunted history tour spots—solve clues, snap photos, and uncover urban legends at every turn. Family-friendly fun meets spooky storytelling on this daytime, app-led
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Des Moines. This top rated Des Moines Ghost Tour scavenger hunt is 3.00 miles and has 5 stops.
Activity Info: Des Moines Ghost Hunt
Des Moines pulses with Hawkeye State Capital energy, blending East Village Arts and Riverfront Des Moines vibes. Explore it's haunted past as you wander historic streets lined with local lore and urban legends. On this ghost-themed walking tour, follow app-guided clues to places like Iowa State Capitol and Terrace Hill. Solve paranormal trivia, complete photo challenges at Woolys or Argonne Armory, and discover hidden supernatural stories. Locals rediscover familiar sights with new chills while visitors get a unique sightseeing adventure. The Des Moines Ghost Tour is perfect for anyone craving a blend of spooky fun, competition, and fascinating history—all in one unforgettable outing.
You can do our interactive ghost tour at any time.
Featured Locations On This Ghost Tour
Argonne Armory
Uncover haunted tales and local legends as you stroll past this eerie landmark in the Heart of Iowa. The Des Moines Ghost Tour brings spooky storytelling, hidden gems, and fun facts to your walking adventure.
Woolys
This stop reveals urban legends and haunted pasts tied to Riverfront Des Moines. Enjoy interactive ghost walk missions, discover supernatural secrets, and earn points on this family-friendly haunted history tour.
Iowa State Capitol
Step into the Drake Neighborhood Vibes for a guided tour filled with haunted sites and chilling local lore. Experience lots of fun with scenic routes, spooky storytelling, and hidden gems along your ghostly journey.
Old Red Horse Armory
Visit this Principal Riverwalk Views location where folk legends meet haunted history. Take part in an outdoor activity packed with spooky storytelling, points of interest, and fun photo challenges.
Terrace Hill (Governor’s Mansion)
At the Capitol Complex Tours stop, hear whispers of supernatural events from Des Moines' haunted past. This ghost-themed walking tour features eerie landmarks and interactive challenges for all ages.
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- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
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Promo Applied
- Valid for one scavenger hunt in any of our 3,000+ locations.
- Perfect for couples, families, or friends to explore and have fun together.
- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
- Includes printable gift card options.
Promo Applied
- Valid for one year for up to 2 players in each activity. Year starts after the first redemption. Primary ticketholder must always be present (but can bring different people); this ticket cannot be split.
- Unlimited scavenger hunts, bar crawls, audio tours, and ghost tours with ANY theme.
- Use in any of our 3,000+ cities, including options in the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Asia. Many cities have multiple activities.
- Includes printable gift card options.
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How the Des Moines Ghost Tour works
Grab your phone and gather your crew—the Let's Roam app guides you through Des Moines Downtown with ease! Solve riddles about haunted history, snap photos at eerie landmarks like Old Red Horse Armory, and compete for points while exploring local legends. Discover the city’s supernatural side on your schedule.
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Activity Type: Anytime Ghost Tour
Starting Area: 602 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 3 Mi (4.83 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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Earn The Des Moines Ghost Tour High Score
Love a little friendly competition? On the Des Moines Ghost Tour, each teammate gets interactive challenges—from solving ghost story riddles by the Iowa State Capitol to snapping spooky pics at Terrace Hill or Woolys. Work together to answer paranormal trivia about local legends for top leaderboard bragging rights across downtown!
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Reviews for Des Moines Ghost Tour: Des Moines Ghost Hunt
If you are looking for fun things to do in Capital City grab your friends for this haunted history tour The ScavengerHunt.com app made Downtown come alive with supernatural fun and cool trivia
Aubrey Clemens
Exploring Downtowns haunted sites on this interactive ghost walk was a highlight of my visit The stories around Woolys and hidden gems gave me chills in the best way possible
Margo Rennick
So glad I tried this outdoor adventure in D Town The paranormal stories at Argonne Armory and Iowa State Capitol made every step along historic streets exciting and full of surprises
Victor Hollings
I took my partner on the Des Moines Ghost Tour for a unique date in the heart of Capital City We loved following spooky clues near Terrace Hill and exploring eerie Downtown landmarks together
Gillian Sawyer
The Downtown ghost walking tour was an absolute blast Our family loved unraveling the haunted past at Woolys and Old Red Horse Armory with local legends guiding us
Darren Montague
As a tourist, I found the Des Moines Ghost Tour a great way to discover hidden gems like Woolys on foot. ScavengerHunt.com made exploring Downtown engaging and interactive.
Harvey Dudley
A fantastic outdoor activity around The Hartford. We uncovered haunted history at Iowa State Capitol and enjoyed spooky storytelling across points of interest downtown.
Geneva Carson
This Downtown adventure was perfect for our date. Exploring eerie sites like Argonne Armory while solving clues together made it memorable and spooky in the best way.
Riley Jensen
If you are seeking a unique thing to do in The Hartford this ghost-themed walking tour was so much fun. I was fascinated by the urban legends at Old Red Horse Armory.
Caleb Morrison
I took my family on the Des Moines Ghost Tour and we loved hearing local legends around Downtown. Woolys and Terrace Hill were definitely highlights for everyone.
Mallory Sutton
If you are searching for fun things to do in River Town, this Ghost Tour is it. The folklore around Terrace Hill and hidden gems like Old Red Horse Armory were highlights for me as a tourist.
Corinne Hayes
Exploring the heart of DSM with ScavengerHunt.com was unforgettable. I never knew how much haunted history hid around Downtown until we did this ghost-themed walking tour!
Dorian Keller
For anyone looking for a thing to do outdoors in DSM, this walking tour is perfect. The spooky trivia at Iowa State Capitol and eerie facts at Woolys kept us entertained all afternoon.
Sloane Whitman
Taking the Downtown Ghost Tour made for such a memorable date night in DSM! We loved unraveling urban legends near Terrace Hill and taking photos by Old Red Horse Armory.
Silas Lambert
My family had an amazing time on the Des Moines Ghost Tour through Downtown. The haunted stories at Woolys and Argonne Armory were fun and not too scary for the kids.
Evelyn Harper
I am so glad I used ScavengerHunt.com for this walking tour. Exploring spooky spots like Governor’s Mansion made me see Downtown DSM in a new light full of supernatural stories.
Kenton Brady
If you are searching for things to do in River Town, this haunted history tour is a must. Old Red Horse Armory and Woolys were highlights of our unique adventure downtown.
Rory Benson
Walking through Downtown on this ghost-themed tour was such a fun outdoor activity. We loved tracing local legends around the Iowa State Capitol and finding eerie landmarks.
Alicia Crawford
I took my date on the Downtown Ghost Tour and we both had an awesome time. The paranormal tales at Woolys and Argonne Armory gave us chills in the best way.
Carson Ellison
The Des Moines Ghost Tour made for a perfect family outing in the heart of River Town. Everyone enjoyed spooky stories near Terrace Hill and downtown was buzzing with history.
Marlene Dorsey
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