phoenix
Monsters, Mobsters & Mayhem
A Phoenix true-crime tour: murder, mobsters and the dark side of the city's history, told where it happened.
Fri & Sat · 8:00 PM · About 90 minutes · 1-mile walk · $45 per person
- Walk the actual crime scenes
- Explore Phoenix's Warehouse District
- Ends inside Moxy + 10% discount
Your night
Inside the experience
Walk the actual blocks where some of Phoenix's most infamous crimes unfolded. Your guide takes you through the murders, mobsters, trials and scandals that shaped the city, and the headlines.
The cases that put Phoenix in the headlines
Winnie Ruth Judd
The notorious “Trunk Murderess” case that stunned Phoenix.
Don Bolles
The car bombing of an Arizona Republic reporter that exposed a darker side of Phoenix.
Sammy “The Bull” Gravano
The notorious mobster who came to Arizona through witness protection, then built a massive ecstasy ring.
And those are just a few of the infamous cases woven into Phoenix's darker history.
Also featuring the crimes and scandals connected to Ernesto Miranda, Jodi Arias, Lori Vallow, Michael Marin, the Baseline Killer, Gus Greenbaum and more.
Is this tour right for you?
This tour is perfect for:
- Infamous Arizona true-crime cases
- Walking the actual crime scenes
- Mobsters, murders + political scandals
- Courtroom drama + legal history
- The Warehouse District after dark
- A different kind of night out
What guests are saying about Eddie
“Eddie was awesome! He was very passionate about the subject matter, communicated well with the group, and kept the laughs coming.”
“10/10 experience! Eddie is such a funny and kind guide! It was truly a very interesting tour with a bunch of fun facts I had never heard before. Highly recommend.”
“Eddie made us feel like we were hanging out with a longtime friend. His storytelling was phenomenal and had us completely hooked from beginning to end.”
About this tour
Monsters, Mobsters & Mayhem is Get Ghosted Phoenix's 90-minute true-crime walking tour of Phoenix's Warehouse District and downtown. Stops are the MCSO Sheriff's Office, the Ice House, the Fourth Avenue Jail, Phoenix Union Station, Superior Court, Central Court, the Old County Courthouse and the Luhrs Building, finishing inside the Moxy Phoenix Downtown, the places behind the city's most notorious crimes and infamous figures, from Winnie Ruth Judd and Don Bolles to Ernesto Miranda, Jodi Arias and Gus Greenbaum. The Moxy is the only indoor stop and tour guests receive a 10% discount there. It is ages 12+. Contact us to confirm route accessibility before booking.
The route
Where we go
Follow Phoenix's darker history through the Warehouse District and downtown, visiting the actual locations connected to notorious crimes, trials, mobsters and political scandals.
MCSO Sheriff's Office
Begin outside the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office with the history of law enforcement in Phoenix, and the people and cases that shaped it.
Ice House
Hear the story of Arizona Republic reporter Don Bolles, his murder and the surprising connection to a prominent Arizona politician.
Fourth Avenue Jail
Uncover the cases connected to the Baseline Killer and one of Arizona's most notorious mobsters.
Phoenix Union Station
Stand where the Winnie Ruth Judd case unfolded and hear the story behind Phoenix's infamous “Trunk Murders.”
Superior Court
Revisit the courtroom cases of Lori Vallow, the “Doomsday Mom,” and Michael Marin.
Central Court
Hear the story and trial details surrounding Jodi Arias.
Old County Courthouse
Learn how Ernesto Miranda's Phoenix case changed the rights of suspects across the United States.
Luhrs Building / Moxy Phoenix Downtown
Finish inside the Moxy, where the story turns to mobster Gus Greenbaum and his political connections. Tour guests receive a 10% discount at the Moxy.
Before you go
Good to know
- Format
- This is primarily an outdoor walking tour with one indoor stop at the end inside the Moxy Phoenix Downtown.
- Weather
- Most of the tour takes place outdoors. Check the forecast, dress comfortably and bring water during warmer months.
- Footwear
- The tour covers approximately one mile on city sidewalks. Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended.
- Accessibility
- Contact us to confirm route accessibility before booking.
- Restrooms
- Restrooms are available at the final stop inside the Moxy.
- Meeting point
- Meet outside the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Headquarters at 550 W. Jackson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85003. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
- Ending location
- The tour ends inside the Moxy Phoenix Downtown. Tour guests receive a 10% discount at the Moxy.
- Cancellations
- Weather decisions are generally made around 5 PM on tour day, based on current and expected conditions. If we cancel for weather, we offer rescheduling first; if you cannot reschedule, you can receive a refund. Regular cancellations require 24 hours' notice for a refund or credit. No-shows are charged the full price.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before you go.
Ready to walk Phoenix's darker side?
Monsters, Mobsters & Mayhem
Walk through downtown Phoenix after dark and uncover infamous crimes, mob stories, courtroom drama, and the cases that helped shape Arizona true crime.
Fridays & Saturdays · 8:00 PM · Warehouse District · About 90 minutes · Approx. 1 mile
Outdoor walking tour, ending inside the Moxy · Advance reservations recommended