LA Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Hollywood’s famous boulevard gets a spooky evening makeover on this two-hour haunted pub crawl. You move between historic bars, paranormal hotspots, and old movie-world landmarks while hearing stories about Charlie Chaplin, Jean Harlow, Marilyn Monroe, and a 1940s murder case linked to Boardner’s.

I like the mix of cocktails and Hollywood lore, and I like that the $30 price includes entry into four bars rather than charging you for a long list of sights you only view from the sidewalk. The catch is that drinks are extra, Musso and Frank’s admission is not included, and the tour depends heavily on the guide’s storytelling and the mood of the group.

Key points to know before booking

• Boardner’s brings Hollywood gossip and darker history together, including a connection to I Love Lucy and a 1940s murder case.
• Musso and Frank’s adds old-Hollywood atmosphere, with stories tied to figures such as Chaplin, but admission is extra.
• Four bar entries are included, while cocktails, mixers, tips, and Musso and Frank’s entry are not.
• Guide Bob received special praise for useful drink recommendations and a route that moved toward classier bars.
• The tour visits paranormal stops between drinks, including the Hollywood Wax Museum and Hollywood Toys and Costumes.
• Dress properly for the bars: no shorts or sleeveless shirts, and bring a valid ID.

Hollywood Boulevard after dark

The meeting point is outside Footlocker at the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland, 6801 Hollywood Blvd. Your guide should be easy to spot in a black US Ghost Adventures shirt, carrying a lantern. Arrive at least 15 minutes early, since finding the guide among the crowds and signs around Hollywood and Highland could take a few minutes.

From there, the tour follows the famous strip on foot. You are not simply sitting in one pub listening to a ghost story. The appeal comes from the contrast between the bright tourist face of Hollywood Boulevard and the older, stranger tales attached to its bars and landmarks.

The walk also gives the guide room to point out the setting where stars once worked, partied, and made trouble. You will hear about Chaplin, Harlow, and Monroe as real people moving through Hollywood, not just names on the Walk of Fame. That connection gives the ghost stories some context. The spirits are part of a larger story about fame, scandal, sudden death, and the way Hollywood turns people into legends.

The tour runs rain or shine, so comfortable shoes matter. Two hours is not a long time, but it is enough for a fair amount of standing and walking between stops. If you dislike walking at night or need frequent rest breaks, this may not be a good fit.

Boardner’s, I Love Lucy, and a murder case

Boardner’s is one of the most interesting stops because it links familiar television history with a much darker Hollywood story. You will hear how the bar connects to I Love Lucy, then move into an account involving an infamous 1940s murder case.

That combination is likely to work best if you enjoy stories with a strong sense of place. A ghost tale is more memorable when it is attached to a real room, bar, or building rather than told as a vague story about a spirit somewhere in town. Boardner’s gives the guide a specific setting for that kind of storytelling.

The atmosphere may also change the way you experience the stop. This is not a museum visit with a quiet display and a printed explanation. You are entering a bar, hearing a live account, and trying to separate the known history from the more mysterious claims. I like that format, but you should expect entertainment rather than a formal history lesson.

The drinks are not included, so think of each bar as a chance to buy something if you want it, not as part of the ticket price. The tour description refers to vintage cocktails and newer mixers, so you can expect the guide to connect drinks with the period and mood of Hollywood. Still, the actual drink selection and cost will depend on each bar.

Musso and Frank’s and the old studio crowd

Musso and Frank’s is the stop most likely to appeal to anyone who enjoys classic Hollywood. The bar is tied to figures such as Charlie Chaplin, and the stories focus on the famous people who once passed through its rooms.

This part of the crawl has a different feel from a standard ghost walk. You are not only hearing about death and hauntings. You are also following the social trail of Hollywood stars, writers, performers, and other figures who helped shape the city’s image.

There is an important cost detail here. Entry into Musso and Frank’s is not included, even though bar entry is listed as part of the tour. Set aside extra money if you want to go inside, and remember that drinks are still your responsibility. At $30, the crawl can be a fair deal if you value the guide, the access to several bars, and the themed route. It becomes less of a bargain if you plan to buy several cocktails and expect every stop to be covered.

One useful point comes from the experience of a guide named Bob. He was praised for giving drink suggestions suited to different people in the group, and for moving the route toward bars that became increasingly classy. That detail matters because it suggests the bars are not all meant to feel alike. You may begin with a casual drinking stop and finish somewhere more polished.

Do not treat that as a promise that every guide will run the same evening in the same way. The tour depends on the person leading it, the group, and what is happening at each venue. Bob’s performance shows how much a good guide can add, but you should keep your expectations flexible.

The Hollywood Wax Museum and Toys and Costumes

The route includes paranormal stops at the Hollywood Wax Museum and Hollywood Toys and Costumes. These visits break up the bar time and add a visual element to the stories.

At the Wax Museum, the setting already plays with celebrity images and carefully staged figures. That makes it a natural place for tales about unsettling encounters. You will hear about ghost hunters who experienced frightening moments there, and you may be invited to consider what you would make of the same setting at night.

Hollywood Toys and Costumes offers a different kind of backdrop. The name alone suggests theatrical props, costumes, and the odd mix of playfulness and unease that suits a ghost tour. The experience information does not promise a private investigation or a full museum admission, so think of these as storytelling stops along the route rather than extended attractions.

You may also be able to rent an EMF detector. The device is meant to detect changes in electromagnetic fields, and some people use it while looking for signs of paranormal activity. It is an optional extra, not a guaranteed way to find a ghost. I would treat it as a fun prop that gives you something to do between stories, not as scientific proof.

The best part of these stops is the change of pace. Four bars in two hours could feel rushed or repetitive. A short stop at a spooky attraction gives the evening another texture and lets you look at Hollywood through more than one lens.

What the $30 price really covers

At $30 per person, this is priced as an accessible evening activity rather than a luxury food or cocktail tour. The ticket covers the two-hour guided crawl and entry into four bars. That is the main value.

You still pay for:

• Drinks
• Admission to Musso and Frank’s
• A tip for the guide
• Any optional EMF detector rental

The total cost can rise quickly if you order cocktails at every stop. If you are happy to buy only one drink, share the bar atmosphere, and focus on the stories, the base price looks sensible. If you want a full night of drinking, budget well above $30.

The tour is also a useful choice if you want an organized introduction to Hollywood at night without committing to a large dinner or a long sightseeing program. Two hours leaves room to make other plans afterward. I would not book it as a substitute for a serious Hollywood history tour, since the focus is entertainment, ghost stories, and bar stops.

A guide-led evening, not a self-guided investigation

The guide makes a major difference. The best version of this experience has a host who can explain unfamiliar names, recommend drinks, keep the group moving, and make the stories work for people with different levels of interest in Hollywood.

Bob received especially strong praise for drink advice and for the way the evening progressed from one type of bar to another. That is exactly the kind of practical help you want on a pub crawl. A guide who knows the venues can make the night feel purposeful instead of like a series of unrelated stops.

There is also a serious point about group behavior and tone. One attendee left early after feeling mocked when asking questions about unfamiliar American figures. Another left after offensive comments about Mexicans were made by someone in the group. Those incidents do not describe every departure, but they are worth taking seriously.

If you are coming from outside the United States, you may not recognize every name or reference. A welcoming guide should explain rather than laugh at questions. I would hope for an inclusive atmosphere, but the experience can be shaped by both the guide and the people sharing the crawl. If respectful conversation is important to you, keep that limitation in mind.

Dress code, age rules, and practical planning

You must be at least 21, and you should bring a valid ID. A copy is accepted according to the tour information, but carrying an accepted form of identification is still the safest choice for a bar-focused evening.

Do not wear shorts or sleeveless shirts. At least one bar has a dress code, and being turned away because of clothing would spoil the whole crawl. Comfortable shoes are also essential because you will walk between venues and paranormal stops.

Smoking, video recording, and sleeveless shirts are not allowed. The restriction on video recording may surprise some people, especially on a ghost tour, so do not assume you can film every story or stop.

The activity is described as wheelchair accessible, but it is also marked as unsuitable for people with mobility impairments. Those details do not fit neatly together. If you use a wheelchair or have trouble walking, contact the provider before booking and ask about the exact route, bar entrances, toilets, and time spent standing. Do not rely on the general accessibility label alone.

Cancellation is flexible: you can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Hollywood plans are still shifting.

Who will enjoy this haunted pub crawl

I would recommend this experience to adults who like a social evening, a little theatrical suspense, and classic Hollywood stories served with a drink. It suits people who want to see several famous locations without spending an entire night in one bar.

It is also a good match for visitors who enjoy mixing familiar places with stranger tales. The Walk of Fame and Hollywood Boulevard can feel overly commercial during the day. A ghost-themed route gives you a reason to pay attention to the older stories behind the signs and venues.

I would be more cautious if you want detailed historical research, a quiet walking tour, or a tightly controlled paranormal investigation. The pub setting means noise, movement, and changing group energy. You should also skip it if you are under 21, dislike bar culture, cannot meet the dress code, or find night walking difficult.

The strongest version of the evening will suit an outgoing group. You will get more from it if you are willing to listen, ask questions, and buy a drink when something catches your interest. If you expect a polished stage performance at every stop, the casual nature of a bar crawl may disappoint.

Should you book LA Ghosts Boos and Booze?

Book it if you want a reasonably priced introduction to Hollywood’s spooky side, with four bar entries, live stories, and stops connected to Old Hollywood. The combination of Boardner’s, Musso and Frank’s, the Wax Museum, and Hollywood Toys and Costumes gives the route more variety than a simple walk from pub to pub.

Go in with a realistic budget. The $30 ticket is only the starting point once drinks, tips, possible Musso admission, and an EMF detector enter the picture. Dress for the strictest bar, arrive early at Footlocker, and bring ID.

I would also pay attention to the guide and group atmosphere. Bob’s drink advice and polished route are encouraging signs, but the reported problems with dismissive behavior and offensive comments show why the human side of a pub crawl matters. For the right adult audience, this can be a lively and unusual Hollywood night. For anyone seeking calm, inclusive, detail-heavy history, another tour may be the safer choice.

FAQ

How long is the LA Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl?

The crawl lasts two hours. Check the available departure times when booking.

Where do I meet the guide?

Meet outside Footlocker at the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland, at 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles. The guide wears a black US Ghost Adventures shirt and carries a lantern.

What is included in the $30 price?

The price includes the two-hour haunted pub crawl, a live English-speaking guide, and entry into four bars.

Are drinks included?

No. You pay separately for cocktails and other drinks. A tip for the guide is also not included.

Is Musso and Frank’s admission included?

No. Entry into Musso and Frank’s is not included in the tour price.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear comfortable shoes and bring an ID. Do not wear shorts or sleeveless shirts because one of the bars has a dress code. The tour runs rain or shine.