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26 Audio Stories

 

LENGTH: 1.0 miles, 90 minute walk on average

STARTING LOCATION: 134 F Street, Salida CO 81201

ENDING LOCATION: Riverside Park

 

For the best experience, we recommend purchasing one ticket per person and using headphones. Sharing a single phone between multiple listeners can lead to a poor experience, as outside noise and traffic can interfere with the audio. Each person with their own ticket and headphones will enjoy a clearer, more immersive tour.

 

Save 25% and Purchase the Salida City Pass (includes all Salida Tours)


Explore Salida’s Haunted Past: A Ghostly Journey!

 

Step into the eerie side of Salida with a spine-tingling self-paced audio tour. On this haunted adventure, you’ll wander the shadowed streets of Salida, uncovering 26 chilling tales of restless spirits, eerie apparitions, and ghostly encounters that linger in the historic corners of Colorado’s largest National Historic District.

 

From the sinister tales of the old mortuary (now a popular restaurant) to sightings of a ghostly woman in white, you’ll discover Salida’s darker secrets through vivid storytelling and eerie sound effects. This immersive tour seamlessly guides you through each ghostly location with GPS-triggered audio, so you’ll experience Salida’s haunted history without missing a beat.

 

Featured Stops on the Tour:

  • The Pharmacy & Fountain Building – Hear the eerie story of ghostly children still twirling on its old dance floor.
  • Elk’s Lodge – Explore the ballroom where whispers and laughter echo long after midnight.
  • The Palace Hotel – Learn about the infamous Room 201, where guests report the unmistakable scent of cigarette smoke—decades after the last resident passed.
  • The Cribs and Brothels of the Red Light District – Stand where desperate spirits once roamed, leaving a lingering sadness in Salida’s alleys.
  • The Mountain Mail Office – Learn of mysterious footsteps in an empty newsroom with floors that defy logic.

 

Whether you’re a paranormal buff, thrill-seeker, or just a curious traveler, this tour promises to leave a shiver down your spine. With vivid storytelling, a soundtrack, custom effects and insider tips, you’ll see Salida in a whole new light.

 

Best time of day

Many people prefer to take a ghost tour at night, but these stories are spooky anytime. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight!

 

Precautions

  • If you're touring at night, be aware of your surroundings. If you feel uncomfortable, leave immediately or call the police.
  • This is a tourist town and traffic doesn't always stop. Use caution when crossing streets.
  • You're at 7,000 feet elevation, so make sure to go at a pace that feels comfortable and pack water.
  • This tour is completely outdoors, so dress for the weather.

 

Handicap Accessibility: All sidewalks on this route have sidewalks that are wheelchair accesible. There are no stairs on the tour.

Salida Ghost Audio Tour

$12.99Price
  • If you're not completely satisfied with your audio tour, contact us within 14 days of purchase to receive a full refund.

How OnDemand Audio Tours Works

  1. Instant Access: After your purchase, you'll instantly receive two emails: 

    1. a confirmation receipt

    2. an email with a link to immediately listen to the tour. That's right! No app to download! You can listen right away.

    3. If you don't see the emails, check your spam folder. If they aren't there, email us: hello @ OnDemandTours.com

  2. Head to the Starting Location: We recommend you not click on the tour listen link until you arrive at your first location. The GPS might start playing at an earlier location! Once you start, you can follow the GPS-guided route or view the map in the app at any time.

  3. Explore at Your Own Pace: There are no schedules or time limits. Move as quickly or slowly as you like, and enjoy the flexibility to skip or revisit any part of the tour.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Included:

    • GPS-guided audio tour with expert narration, sound effects, and soundtrack

    • Hand-free listening just by clicking on the link in your email

    • List of nearby attractions and points of interest

    • Unlimited access to your audio tour 

  • Not Included:

    • Mobile device or headphones

    • Entry fees to attractions

    • Parking or transportation

    • Admission fees to attractions

Important Information

  • Self-Guided Convenience: This is a self-paced audio tour. There are no set start times, meeting points, or live guides.

  • Prepare Your Device: Ensure your phone and headphones or ear buds are fully charged before starting. 

  • Customer Support: For questions, email hello @ OnDemandTours.com. We aim to respond promptly, but 24/7 support is not available.

Things to Remember

  • To ensure cell service isn't an issue, you should open the tour before arriving at your destination. Everything will download automatically.

  • The tour is accessible 24/7 for a full year after purchase.

Enjoy the freedom to explore on your terms with OnDemand Audio Tours – no schedules, no crowds, just your adventure!

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