Baltimore has a better side than most maps show. This 2-hour haunted pub crawl threads local ghost lore through historic bars and waterfront landmarks, so you get spooky stories plus a ready-made route through Fells Point. I like that the pacing keeps the night moving (about 15 minutes per stop) and I like that the stops are picked for atmosphere, not convenience. A possible drawback: since you’re buying your own drinks along the way, the total cost depends on how you choose to order.

You’ll meet at Max’s Taphouse right in the heart of the action, then follow your guide from one landmark to the next without having to do the research yourself. This is a small-group experience (max 15 travelers), and you’ll have time for a short sip, a story, and a little social time. If you’re a light drinker or you want to stay focused on the stories, plan to treat each stop like a mini scene, not a long hangout.

Key Highlights You’ll Actually Feel During the Crawl

• 8 stops in about 2 hours, with roughly 15 minutes at each place
• Ghost stories tied to specific locations, from a private cemetery to historic hotels
• Free entry at every stop, so your $36 buys the guide and the route, not admission
• Poe connection at The Horse You Came In On Saloon, a centerpiece story for the night
• Small group size (15 max), which usually keeps the guide engaged and the vibe friendly
• Guide energy varies by group, so if you want loud storytelling, aim for a spot where you can hear

Why This Crawl Hits Different in Fells Point

This isn’t the kind of ghost tour where you stand on one corner and listen to general tales. The whole format is built around moving through real places you can see, touch, and picture in a different light. You’ll start with a classic waterfront bar feel and end at a tavern that’s had live entertainment for years and has been around since the 1700s. That matters, because the history isn’t just talked about. It’s on the walls, in the layouts, and in the simple fact that buildings there have lasted.

I also like that the crawl leans practical. Your guide brings the stories and the route, so you’re not hunting for which bars are best for atmosphere. And because this is a pub crawl, the night doesn’t feel stiff. You’re there to socialize, sip, and listen—without turning the experience into a lecture.

Price and Timing: What $36 Buys and How the Night Flows

The price is $36 per person for about 2 hours. You’ll pay for the guided route, the researched storytelling, and the structure that keeps eight stops from turning into a slow shuffle. Importantly, admission tickets at the stops are free, which helps keep your money tied to the experience rather than entry fees.

The tour starts at 5:45 pm at Max’s Taphouse, and it ends back at the same meeting point. You’re looking at around 15 minutes per stop, plus walking time between them. That pacing is a big part of the value. You get variety without spending the night waiting in a line or stuck at one place too long.

One consideration: alcoholic drinks are not included in the tour price. The story stops are tied to bars, so if you want to keep costs down, decide early what you’ll buy at each stop. If you’re spending $10–$15 on a drink each time, your total goes up fast; if you stick to one drink or keep it light, it stays closer to the advertised price.

The Route: 8 Spooky Stops From Max’s Taphouse to Cat’s Eye Pub

Stop 1: Max’s Taphouse (737 S Broadway)

You kick off at Max’s Taphouse, a natural first stop because it sets the “waterfront night out” tone immediately. You’ll sip on a local brew while your guide shares reported hauntings, and you may even get pulled into a tongue-twister drinking game along the way. That game detail is more useful than it sounds: it breaks the ice, helps everyone stay involved, and keeps the tour from feeling like you’re just marching in silence.

The main practical upside here is momentum. Starting with a lively bar makes it easier to settle in before you head to darker, quieter, or more eerie-looking spots. If you’re the type who needs to hear clearly, try to position yourself where the group naturally faces the guide. After that first story, the rest of the night usually stays smooth.

Stop 2: 734 S Broadway (Bertha’s and the Green Paint)

Next you go to 734 S Broadway, tied to Bertha’s, a popular bar and restaurant known for its mussels and downtown energy. The fun twist here is that the building’s look can feel cheerful, but the story behind it leans darker. Your guide focuses on the building’s dark history and why it can feel more mysterious than people expect.

This stop is a good example of the tour’s theme: history isn’t only about obvious “haunted” places. It’s also about ordinary streets where a facade hides a different past. It’s only about 15 minutes, so you’re not looking for a long meal here. Think of this stop as setting context for what you’ll hear later—especially once you reach cemetery and hotel stories.

Stop 3: Fell Family Cemetery

Then you shift from bar atmosphere to something much quieter: the Fell Family Cemetery. This is where the tour goes time-travel style. Your guide talks about the Fell Family having their own private cemetery in town and then focuses on what people have reportedly seen late at night.

Even if you don’t want to get spooked, this is the emotional pivot point of the crawl. Bars can feel like theater; cemeteries feel like reality. The practical upside is you’ll get a break from the noise of inside drinking spaces, which helps your ears reset for the next stops.

One thing to consider: this stop’s mood may be very focused and story-driven. If your group tends to be chatty, the best move is to lean in and listen—because the cemetery part is where the night often becomes memorable for more than just the drinks.

Stop 4: The Horse You Came In On Saloon (Sagamore Rye + Poe)

At The Horse You Came In On Saloon, the centerpiece connection is Edgar Allen Poe, specifically the story that he enjoyed his last drink here before he died. Your guide frames that moment like a centerpiece, and then you’ll hear that Poe isn’t the only spirit-like presence people associate with the bar.

The benefit of a Poe story is that it gives you something concrete to picture. You’re not just hearing generic “something happened long ago.” You’re hearing a specific name attached to a specific place. Also, this stop tends to work well for mixed groups—people who are into horror lore and people who just want cool local storytelling usually both enjoy it.

If you’re someone who likes good sipping with a narrative, this is likely one of your favorite stops. If you’re not into alcohol, you can still follow along with the story while you choose what to order.

Stop 5: 1639 Thames St (Rye Craft Cocktails)

At 1639 Thames St, you’ll visit Rye Craft Cocktails, which might look straightforward when you arrive—but the tour’s framing gives it a darker side stretching back to the 1800s. Your guide shares the lesser-known stories connected to the place, turning a casual bar-stop into something with stakes.

This is a nice mid-to-late crawl stop because it keeps things interesting after the Poe highlight. It also helps you see how Fells Point blends newer “cocktail culture” energy with older building history. Expect this stop to feel like a transition: still fun, still a bar scene, but with a storyline that pushes the night back further into time.

Stop 6: Admiral Fell Inn (Baltimore Harbor, Ascend Hotel Collection)

Now the crawl shifts into hotel territory at the Admiral Fell Inn. Your guide describes it as one of the most haunted hotels in America, then focuses on reports from guests hearing strange noises and dealing with loud parties that weren’t actually there.

This stop is where the stories often get extra cinematic. Hotels are perfect for ghost lore because they involve hallways, nighttime quiet, and the idea that someone could be somewhere they shouldn’t be. Even if you don’t “believe,” the way the guide tells it helps you picture the scenes.

Practical tip: if you’re prone to tuning out when you’re cold or tired, this stop is worth staying present for. It’s a strong narrative anchor before you move to the even more specific “third floor” energy story.

Stop 7: Waterfront Hotel (Former Private Residence)

The next stop is the Waterfront Hotel, described as a once-private residence turned hotel and tavern. Your guide shares colorful tales reported by staff and guests over the years, and the story specifically calls out why the third floor is the place where the energy feels strange.

I like this stop because it feels particular. The third-floor detail gives your imagination a target. Instead of hearing only about “the place,” you hear about a specific zone. That makes it easier for the story to stick, and it’s also a reason to slow down and pay attention even if the tour has been fun and fast so far.

Stop 8: Cat’s Eye Pub (Final Drink + 1700s Atmosphere)

You finish at Cat’s Eye Pub, which is known for a fun atmosphere and nightly live entertainment. The spooky angle here is the building’s age—standing since the 1700s—and the idea that it holds countless spirits and untold stories. You’ll end with a final drink while your guide brings the night’s threads back together.

This last stop works well as closure. By this point you’ve heard cemetery tales and hotel reports, plus you’ve had the Poe moment and the bar-building stories. Cat’s Eye gives you a lively end instead of a quiet one, so you leave feeling like you had an actual night out, not just a walking history lesson.

Guides: Storytelling Style, Volume, and Why Names Matter

The tour is led by Baltimore Ghosts By Us Ghost Adventures, and the experience is described as having a well-researched guide with accurate history and authentic local ghost stories. That shows up in the way the night is organized: each stop gets its own theme, and the guide’s job is to connect the place to the story without losing the group.

From what I’ve gathered about past nights, guides can be a huge factor. Names like Zac, John, and Germar show up as examples of guides who delivered lots of facts, stayed energetic, and made the bars feel like part of the story. On the other hand, there have been occasional complaints about a guide speaking so softly that it was hard to hear, or stories feeling less connected when the group got short on time.

What you can do: if you care about hearing clearly, pick a spot where you can face the guide at each stop. If the group goes quiet or the guide isn’t projecting, it’s okay to raise your hand and ask them to repeat a key detail. A good guide can usually adjust.

Who This Tour Is For (And Who Might Want Something Else)

This is a strong choice if you want an evening that mixes Fells Point atmosphere with spooky storytelling and local names tied to specific places. It’s also a good fit if you like bar-hopping but don’t want to spend hours planning which stops to hit in what order.

You’ll likely enjoy it if you:

• like short, story-driven stops instead of all-night wandering
• want a guided route so you don’t research haunted spots yourself
• enjoy local history tied to places, not just general folklore
• are okay with buying your own drinks as you go

It might be less satisfying if you:

• want a lot of time at each bar
• need very loud, high-clarity narration the whole way through
• expect a full meal included in the price (the tour price does not include drinks)

Should You Book Baltimore Boos & Booze? My Take

I’d book this if you want a fun, organized way to see Fells Point after 5 pm and you enjoy ghost stories that are tied to real locations. The $36 price makes sense because you’re paying for a guided route and researched storytelling, and the stop admissions are free—so the value is in the experience structure, not entry fees.

I’d also book it if you want to learn fast. Eight stops in two hours is a good pace for getting oriented in an area like this, and the route keeps you from bouncing around randomly. And if you end up with a more energetic guide (names like Zac, John, and Germar come up often), the night tends to feel like a social event with history.

The main reason you might hesitate is drink costs and story volume expectations. This is not a slow, deep, hours-long experience. It’s a paced crawl. If that fits your style, go for it. If you want a quieter, longer-format ghost tour without the bar scene, you’ll probably feel more satisfied elsewhere.

FAQ

What time does the Baltimore Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl start?

The tour starts at 5:45 pm.

How long is the tour?

It lasts about 2 hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $36.00 per person.

Are alcoholic drinks included in the ticket price?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at Max’s Taphouse, 737 S Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231, USA, and ends back at the meeting point.

How many people are in the group?

The tour has a maximum of 15 travelers.

What stops are included on the crawl?

The crawl includes Max’s Taphouse; 734 S Broadway; Fell Family Cemetery; The Horse You Came In On Saloon; 1639 Thames St; Admiral Fell Inn Baltimore Harbor; Waterfront Hotel; and Cat’s Eye Pub.

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