Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Orlando’s Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl mixes old-city stories with bar stops in a way that feels more social than theatrical. Over about two hours, you walk through downtown Orlando, hear tales tied to hotels and landmarks, and finish at Cocktails & Screams, a bar built for the ghost-curious.

I like the small maximum of 15 people, which should make it easier to hear the guide and ask questions. I also like the route’s balance of drinks, local history, and reported hauntings, especially since the tour includes both famous hotels and lesser-known downtown stories.

The main thing to know is that this may feel more like an evening history walk with ghost stories than a full scare show. Alcohol is not included in the $36 price, and you should be ready to buy your own drinks at the bar stops.

Key points to know before you book

• Six downtown stops: The route links Elixir, the Angebilt Hotel, McQueen Social Lounge, the Kress Building, Grand Bohemian Hotel, and Cocktails & Screams.
• A relaxed ghost tour: The tone leans toward conversation, local history, and spooky stories rather than haunted-house effects.
• Drinks cost extra: The tour price covers the guide and storytelling, but not alcoholic beverages.
• Small-group format: The group is limited to 15 people, a useful size for a walking tour in busy downtown streets.
• Two-hour evening plan: The stops are short, so the experience keeps moving without taking over your whole night.
• Easy downtown finish: The tour ends at Cocktails & Screams on West Pine Street, where you can stay for another drink after the guided portion.

What the Orlando Haunts pub crawl is really like

This is a downtown Orlando walking tour with a bar-crawl frame. You are not simply moving from pub to pub. Each stop gives the guide a setting for a story, from unexplained encounters in an old hotel to whispers associated with an iconic commercial building.

The price is $36 per person, which is fair if you value a hosted evening and a clear route through central Orlando. It is less of a bargain if you expect several included drinks, since beverages are separate. Think of the fee as paying for the guide, the research, the local stories, and the group experience.

The tour is offered in English and usually runs for about two hours. The route is compact enough to keep the night manageable, though you should be comfortable walking between downtown locations. The exact walking distance is not provided, so wear shoes you can use on city sidewalks.

The small group limit matters here. Ghost stories work best when you can hear the details and see the guide’s reactions. A maximum of 15 people should also make the stops at bars and hotel entrances easier to manage than a large coach-style outing.

One past description of the experience found it more focused on Orlando history than on scares. I consider that useful guidance, not a flaw. If you want local context, old buildings, and a friendly night out, that balance should work well. If you want jump scares, actors, or a tightly staged supernatural performance, you may find the tone too gentle.

Starting at Elixir Kitchen and Bar

The tour begins outside Elixir Kitchen and Bar at 55 N Orange Avenue. You meet the guide there, then spend about 30 minutes hearing about the bar and its haunted background before moving on.

This is the longest single stop on the route. That gives the guide room to set the mood and explain how the evening will work. Starting in a bar also makes the opening feel less formal than gathering at a monument or hotel lobby.

Elixir is a good place to judge the tone of the tour. The stories begin right away, but the setting remains social. You can expect a mix of local tales and ghostly material rather than a lecture built only around paranormal claims.

Admission to the tour stops is included, but drinks are not. If you order at Elixir, pay separately. The supplied details do not specify which drinks are available, so it is best to treat any beverage purchase as optional rather than part of the package.

The Angebilt Hotel and Orlando’s older stories

The next stop is the historic Angebilt Hotel, where the guide spends about 10 minutes explaining reported strange encounters involving both staff and people who stayed there.

The short visit suggests that this is mainly a storytelling stop. You are there to hear about the building and its unsettling reputation, not to take part in a long investigation. That keeps the route moving, though it also means the stop may feel brief if you want plenty of time at each location.

The Angebilt adds useful context to the evening because it connects the ghost stories to Orlando’s older buildings. You get a look at the city beyond its modern attractions and theme-park image. I like that contrast. A haunted tour has more character when the stories are tied to real streets and buildings rather than floating free of place.

You should also keep your expectations measured. The information provided promises stories about unexplained sights and sounds, but not proof of paranormal activity. Enjoy this part as local folklore with a spooky edge.

McQueen Social Lounge, with time for a drink

At McQueen Social Lounge, you have about 20 minutes for a drink and another story. The guide uses the bar’s past as the setting for tales about spirits, with the word spirit doing double duty in a place where you can order one.

This is one of the more natural social stops on the route. You can sit with the group, buy a drink if you wish, and listen without having to stand outside for the full evening. That break may be welcome after the first part of the walk.

Again, the drink is your responsibility. The tour does not include alcoholic beverages, so build that extra cost into your evening budget. The $36 fee is not an all-inclusive pub crawl.

The 20-minute stop is long enough for a drink and a story, but not long enough for a full meal. If you need dinner, plan that separately. The tour details do not say that food is included or served as part of the experience.

The Kress Building and a quick test of your nerves

The Kress Building gets about 10 minutes. It is presented as an important example of Orlando’s past, with stories of whispers heard near the building.

This is an outdoor-style pause in the route, and the brief timing keeps it focused. The guide can point out the building, explain its place in Orlando, and share the whisper stories before the group continues.

I like this kind of stop because it makes the city itself part of the tour. You are not only entering bars and hotels. You are also hearing stories while standing in front of an identifiable downtown landmark.

Do not expect a long investigation here. The point is atmosphere and storytelling. If you hear something, you can decide for yourself what caused it. If you do not, the building still gives the tour a strong sense of place.

Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando’s polished setting

The Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando receives about 20 minutes and brings a very different mood to the route. The hotel is known for its ornate, upscale character and has a reputation for strange happenings and hauntings.

This stop works because of the contrast. Earlier locations connect the tour to old Orlando bars and historic buildings. The Grand Bohemian adds a more polished hotel setting, showing that the stories are not limited to abandoned or visibly worn places.

The guide explains the hotel’s reported hauntings and unusual events. As with the Angebilt, the appeal is the combination of setting and story. You are hearing about a working downtown hotel rather than walking through a purpose-built scare attraction.

A 20-minute visit gives the guide time to explain the background without letting one stop dominate the night. You may find this one of the more atmospheric parts of the route, though the tour details do not promise access to private areas or a room-by-room investigation.

Finishing at Cocktails & Screams

The tour ends at Cocktails & Screams at 39 W Pine Street. The final stop lasts about 30 minutes, making it the longest bar stop and the natural place to settle into the evening.

This is a strong finish for the theme. Cocktails & Screams is aimed at people who enjoy ghost stories, horror culture, and unusual bar settings. The guide shares more chilling tales there and includes a round of drinks in the storytelling portion, but the listed tour information also makes clear that alcoholic beverages are not included in the price. Plan to purchase anything you want to drink.

The end point is especially convenient because the guided walk is finished there. You can leave after the final stories, or stay longer on your own if you want another drink. The tour does not include transportation back to the starting point, so remember that you will finish at a different downtown address.

The 30-minute ending also gives the group a proper close instead of cutting off immediately after the last outdoor stop. If you are meeting friends afterward, Cocktails & Screams provides a clear place to continue the night, though any additional purchases are yours.

Price, group size, and the real value

At $36 per person, this experience sits in the reasonable range for a short guided evening activity. Its value comes from the structure. You get a guide, a planned route, local ghost stories, and access to a mix of bars, hotels, and downtown landmarks without having to research the stops yourself.

You are not paying for included alcohol. That distinction is important. A couple of drinks can push the total well above the advertised price, especially if you order at more than one bar. If you want to keep costs down, you can listen to the stories and choose carefully when to buy a drink.

The maximum group size of 15 is another reason the price can make sense. A small group tends to feel more personal, and it should help you follow the guide during street-side storytelling. The group size is not a guarantee of a private tour, but it is much more manageable than a large crowd.

The route also gives you a useful introduction to downtown Orlando after dark. You visit places you might otherwise pass without knowing their stories. I would not book this solely for paranormal proof. I would book it for a guided night of local lore, buildings, drinks, and conversation.

Who will enjoy this experience most

I would recommend the tour to adults who want a social evening with a spooky theme. It suits couples, friends, and small groups looking for something different from a standard bar visit.

It is also a good fit if you enjoy history mixed with folklore. One account of the evening described it as more of a history tour than a ghost tour, and that is an important expectation to set. You will hear about old Orlando and the buildings connected to the stories.

The experience may work for most people who can take part in a walking tour, and service animals are allowed. It is near public transportation, which helps with getting to the downtown meeting point. The supplied details do not give parking advice or a precise accessibility route, so check your own transport needs before booking.

I would choose another activity if you want actors, props, staged scares, or a serious paranormal investigation. The format here is conversational and location-based. The fun comes from listening, looking around, and deciding how much you believe.

Practical advice for a smoother night

Meet outside Elixir at 55 N Orange Avenue. The confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability, so check your booking details before setting out.

Wear comfortable walking shoes and keep your evening clothes casual enough for city walking. The exact route length is not supplied, but six stops across downtown mean you should expect to move between locations rather than remain in one bar.

Bring a little extra money for drinks. Since alcohol is excluded, the advertised price is only the guided portion. You can still take part without ordering at every stop, but the tour is designed around bars, so you may want at least one beverage along the way.

The tour offers free cancellation if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted. That policy is fairly flexible if your plans are firm, but do not wait until the last day if your schedule is uncertain.

Should you book the Orlando Boos and Booze crawl?

Book it if you want a compact, friendly introduction to downtown Orlando with ghost stories, old buildings, and bar stops. The best parts are the small-group format, the mix of settings, and the way the route gives you something to do beyond simply ordering drinks.

Go in expecting a history-led ghost walk, not a haunted-house production. At $36, the tour offers fair value for the guide and route, but your final cost rises with every drink. If that sounds like the right balance, this is an easygoing way to spend two hours in downtown Orlando. If you want intense scares or included alcohol, choose a different night out.

FAQ

How long is the Orlando Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl?

The tour lasts approximately two hours.

Where does the tour begin?

It begins outside Elixir Kitchen and Bar at 55 N Orange Avenue, Orlando, Florida 32801.

Where does the tour end?

The guided tour ends at Cocktails & Screams, located at 39 W Pine Street in Orlando.

Are drinks included in the $36 price?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included, so you pay separately for any drinks you order.

How many people can join the tour?

The activity has a maximum group size of 15 people.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes made during that period are not accepted.