New Mexico is home to some of the oldest places in the country, which means spooky tales are sure to follow. Historic locations—like Albuquerque’s Old Town—are eerie enough at night. But combine that hushed environment with some chilling historic accounts and you’ve probably found yourself in the middle of a ghost walk hosted by ABQ Tours.

Often referred to as the Original Ghost Tour of Old Town, these guided walks last just under two hours and will take you on a historic journey through this notable section of Albuquerque.

Plez via Getty Images While daytime tours are offered, we think trekking in the dark only heightens that spooky experience.

Your excursion begins at the ABQ Tours office in the Plaza Don Luis, where you will meet your guide.

g/Flickr They will be carrying a lantern that will serve as your primary light source for much of the journey.

Your guide will provide highly detailed accounts of both famous and lesser-known ghost stories that surround Old Town Plaza.

AbqTours/Google Even if you just happen to be a specter skeptic, you will get an engaging, funny, and sometimes tragic view of this part of town. While you may not be able to step inside most of the buildings during your tour, some locations you’ll visit include San Felipe de Neri Church and Casa de Armijo.

These ghost excursions are available several times per day as both public and private tours.

AbqTours/Facebook With current COVID-19 measures, tour groups are limited in size and social distancing is enforced as needed.

Not sure you want to walk for the duration of the tour or want a longer tour?

AbqTours/Facebook Try out the Walk & Ride option, which combines a van ride with occasional walking. On this tour, you will get to see some of the haunted locations, Hollywood filming locations, and the sites of famous crime scenes along with detailed stories to go with them.

The Original Ghost Tour of Old Town is located in the Plaza Don Luis of Old Town Albuquerque.

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The Original Ghost Tour of Old Town is located in the Plaza Don Luis of Old Town Albuquerque. Private and public tours are available several times per day and ticket prices start at vary based on the type of tour. You can find additional details on the ABQ Tours website or Facebook page.

Plez via Getty Images

While daytime tours are offered, we think trekking in the dark only heightens that spooky experience.

g/Flickr

They will be carrying a lantern that will serve as your primary light source for much of the journey.

AbqTours/Google

Even if you just happen to be a specter skeptic, you will get an engaging, funny, and sometimes tragic view of this part of town. While you may not be able to step inside most of the buildings during your tour, some locations you’ll visit include San Felipe de Neri Church and Casa de Armijo.

AbqTours/Facebook

With current COVID-19 measures, tour groups are limited in size and social distancing is enforced as needed.

Try out the Walk & Ride option, which combines a van ride with occasional walking. On this tour, you will get to see some of the haunted locations, Hollywood filming locations, and the sites of famous crime scenes along with detailed stories to go with them.

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Website: ABQ Tours Facebook: ABQTours Address: 303 Romero Street Northwest, Albuquerque, NM 87104 Phone: 505-246-8687

Want to check out another ghostly place in a more isolated section of the state? Enjoy the ride in New Mexico’s rural landscape and pay a visit to Kingston, a three-hour drive south of Albuquerque on Interstate 25. Read more in The Derelict Ghost Town Of Kingston, New Mexico Is The Definition Of A Hidden Gem.

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Address: Plaza don Luis, 303 Romero St NW N120, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA