Ghost Tour FAQs

Silent Slayer Ghost Tours offers walking ghost tours in Safety Harbor and Tarpon Springs, Florida, in the heart of Tampa Bay. Our ghost hunts and paranormal investigations take place at historic, haunted locations throughout Florida, and the Horror Bus departs from Safety Harbor Resort and Spa. See our events calendar for upcoming dates and locations. 

People have lived along this stretch of Old Tampa Bay for more than a thousand years, beginning with the Tocobaga, whose principal town stood near what is now Philippe Park. Spanish explorers arrived in the 1500s, and the city was incorporated in 1917. That long history includes a murder at a former hotel and a funeral home where more than 9,000 bodies passed through its doors. Since 2021, Silent Slayer has documented activity along the walking tour route, including a fire truck that appears at the same location before, during, and after tours with no explanation. Take the Safety Harbor ghost tour and decide for yourself.  

Our walking ghost tours take place in Safety Harbor and Tarpon Springs, both a short drive from Clearwater and St. Petersburg. Our ghost hunts and Horror Bus tours visit historic, haunted locations across Tampa Bay and throughout Florida. Check the events calendar for upcoming locations. 

Our walking ghost tours are guided nighttime tours focused on documented local history, true crime, and paranormal activity, with a short hands-on ghost hunting sampler. Our ghost hunts are after-hours paranormal investigations at historic locations, where guests use professional equipment such as EMF meters, spirit boxes, and thermal cameras. All equipment is included. 

Walking ghost tours run about 90 minutes. Ghost hunts and Horror Bus tours vary by event, and the length is listed on each event page.  

No. There are no costumes, no actors, and no jump scares. Every experience is built on researched local history, documented true crime, and authentic paranormal investigation. Some of the stories are dark, and what happens during an investigation is whatever shows up that night. 

Walking ghost tours are open to ages 13 and up, ghost hunts to ages 18 and up, and Horror Bus tours to ages 21 and up. Age policies are strictly enforced, and tickets are non-refundable if requirements aren’t met. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome on walking ghost tours. Disruptive dogs may be asked to leave without a refund. Pets are not permitted on ghost hunts or the Horror Bus. Service animals are permitted where venue rules allow. 

 Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing for the weather. Tours run rain or shine, so bring an umbrella or rain jacket if rain is in the forecast. For ghost hunts, we suggest dark or neutral clothing and soft-soled shoes to keep noise down, and please skip strong fragrances, which can interfere with investigations.  

The Silent Slayer Horror Bus is a themed, after-dark experience on a luxury 24-passenger mini-bus that visits historic and haunted locations across Tampa Bay. Each event has its own theme. Past themes include Halloween, Friday the 13th, My Bloody Valentine, Dead of Winter, and Carnival of Terror. Ages 21 and up, BYOB. Public tickets and private charters are available. 

Yes. We investigate private homes and residences at no charge. If you’re experiencing activity you can’t explain, contact us to talk about what’s happening. 

Yes. We offer private tours, ghost hunts, and Horror Bus charters for birthdays, corporate outings, bachelorette parties, and group events. Private events can be customized by group size, location, and availability. Contact us for pricing and options. 

On walking ghost tours, still photos are welcome, and guests may record the spirit box sessions during the ghost hunting sampler. Recording or live streaming the guides while they present is not permitted, in order to protect proprietary tour content. On ghost hunts, guests are welcome to record the entire event and document their evidence, unless the guide instructs otherwise because of venue rules. 

All tours must be booked in advance online. Walk-up availability is not guaranteed. Online ticket sales typically close 2 hours before start time, though tours with existing bookings may stay open until they begin. When a tour sells out, a waitlist may be available. 

Tours run rain or shine, so please plan accordingly. If conditions become unsafe and we need to cancel, we’ll notify you as soon as possible, and you’ll have the option to reschedule, receive a gift card, or request a refund. No-shows are not eligible for refunds. 

Yes. Silent Slayer gift cards can be used for any tour, ghost hunt, or Horror Bus experience, and they never expire. Buy a gift card

Yes. We offer discounts for active military, veterans, and first responders on direct bookings. Discounts can’t be combined with other promotions or used on third-party platforms. Contact us before booking for details.