6 Nightlife Experiences in the USA to Build a Day Around

1.Adults Only Haunted Pub Crawl in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,158 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29Our pick

Join a licensed guide for a 2-hour, adults-only walk through the French Quarter, stopping at haunted bars, Pirates Alley, Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, and the Lalaurie Mansion. Guides such as DJ, Caroline, Jenna, John, Pinky, and Gomez bring different styles. Drinks cost extra, with a possible celebratory drink at the final stop.

“Carolyn was the very best. She was fun, informative and so unbelievably knowledgeable. She is just the best.”

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2.Boston Freedom Trail History Pub Crawl Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 996 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $60Top rated

Meet your Bostonian guide at the Samuel Adams statue by Faneuil Hall for a 2-hour-15-minute crawl through four nearby pubs on the Freedom Trail. You will buy your own drinks while guides such as Julie, Maddie, Sam, and Anna share Boston history, local tips, and plenty of character. ID is required, and groups cap at 12.

“The overall experience was fun. Our guide Maddie had a good sense of humor and history. Beer was good and made new friends. The only downside was that we only covered 2 blocks of the Freedom Trail.”

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3.Key West Haunted Pub Crawl and Ghost Tour with Free T-Shirt

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 549 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $32

This two-hour, 21-and-over walking tour visits haunted bars and historic sites in Old Town Key West. Hear tales from guides such as Gene Beach or Sarah, stop at Captain Tony’s Saloon, the Hard Rock Cafe, Robert the Doll’s home, and Tattoos & Scars Saloon, then take home a souvenir T-shirt. Drinks cost extra.

“Gene Beach was an awesome guide! He is passionate about the history of Key West (both haunted and not), and told such interesting stories. My mother and I had a great time, and would absolutely do this tour again!”

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4.Bar, Lounge and Rooftop Nightlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 442 reviews · from $36

Spend three hours exploring Midtown Manhattan nightlife with an English-speaking host such as Jonathan, Ryan, Annie, or Kate. Visit at least three venues, usually including a rooftop lounge, cocktail bar, and historic pub or speakeasy. Admission is included, but drinks, food, ID checks, and upscale dress are your responsibility.

“The tour was great, we had a nice group together and our tour guide: Camala was so fun! She was so enthousiastic, she knew everything about the city and was so involved in the group it was like she was one of us. Very good experience, especially for the money you pay. I will recommend it to everyone to get to know the city better and also to meet nice new people.”

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5.Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 411 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Walk Salem’s historic center with an English-speaking US Ghost Adventures guide, stopping at up to four pubs and four haunted sites. Hear stories of witchcraft, murder, bootleggers, and secret tunnels, then buy drinks at venues such as Mercy Tavern, Rockafellas, or Village Tavern. Guides including Jena, Mason, Andy, and Bella are known for lively storytelling.

“was it really good tour our tour guide was really good he had a lot of good knowledge”

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6.Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 379 reviews · 2 hours · from $25Best value

Walk New Orleans’ French Quarter with an English-speaking guide, stopping at haunted landmarks and historic bars such as Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop. You’ll hear stories tied to the Lalaurie Mansion, Pirates Alley, May Bailey’s Place, and more. Drinks cost extra, and guides such as DJ, Gomez, Wesley, and Carolyn bring plenty of humor.

“Gomez was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Had an amazing time! Thank you!”

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