2024 WALKING TOURS

Best of Erie's Bayfront

Come explore Erie's bayfront by foot with us, in a small group setting with a local expert guide. Learn about the War of 1812, Battle of Lake Erie, why there are sea animal sculptures on a freshwater lake, why we can thank fisherman for public access to our beautiful bay, how and why the bicentennial tower came to be, what the old smokestack in front of Blasco library is and why it's still there. We'll stop by historical landmarks including, U.S. Brig Niagara (provided she's docked at home), the 9/11 memorial, the Strong Vincent statue, and more. We'll finish our one(ish)-mile walking tour with an optional short jaunt to the skywalk, which connects the Sheraton Hotel to the Bayfront Convention Center, high above the bay. This tour will give you a great overview of Erie and its Beautiful bayfront.

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Eerie Stories, Legends & Lore Evening Tour

With a name like Erie, we have to offer an evening spooky stories tour! We'll travel back in time to discuss the bloody, but successful Battle of Lake Erie and the sad legacy of Misery Bay. We'll tell you the tale of the Lake Erie Storm Hag, swing by some buildings in downtown Erie that are said to be haunted and delve into more modern true crime stories including the infamous Pizza Bomber case that was covered in Netflix's "Evil Genius" documentary. In this small group lantern-lit tour, we’ll discuss a variety of eerie ghost stories, spooky legends and lore, all while getting a little exercise. We’ll start and finish our one-and-a-half-mile walking tour at Voodoo Brewing, 101 Boston Store Place, where you can grab a drink or dinner after the tour. Tour Erie participants will get a special discount on food. Bring your ID if you want to sample a special brew (those over 21 only, of course!)