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Sleepy Hollows Ghost Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

1 Review 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 1 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Westchester County, USA
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50 to 75 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Walk through the real-life landscape that inspired one of America’s most famous ghost stories. This self-guided Sleepy Hollow adventure takes you to the Headless Horseman Statue, the legendary bridge, the Old Dutch Church, Philipsburg Manor, Washington Irving’s grave, and the hauntingly beautiful Sleepy Hollow Cemetery—all while uncovering Revolutionary War intrigue, eerie local legends, and the true history behind the folklore. With GPS-triggered storytelling that plays automatically as you walk, you’re free to explore at your own pace and experience Sleepy Hollow where the legend actually happened.

What's Included

  • Discover the story and legend and sites of Sleepy hallow
  • Go at your own pace anytime the tour never expires
  • Self-Guided Audio walking tour on our walking tour app in Sleepy Hallow
  • No admission to any sites this tour is all outside
  • No humans this tour is all on our walking tour app
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Broadway
Tarrytown, NY 10591, USA

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End point

540 North Broadway
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591, USA

Walk through the famous cemetery to the simple grave of Washington Irving, the author who made Sleepy Hollow legendary. The surrounding hills, historic stones, mausoleums, and stories of mysterious lights and unexplained chills make this one of the tour’s most atmospheric stops.

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Patriot's Park

Begin at the site where Major John André was captured in 1780, exposing Benedict Arnold’s plot to betray West Point. The park later became part of Sleepy Hollow folklore, with stories of phantom hoofbeats, shadowy figures, and a haunted stream tied to Washington Irving’s legend.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Welcome to Historic Sleepy Hollow Sign

Stop for a classic photo at the gateway to the village made famous by The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. The sign marks your entrance into a place where colonial history, folklore, and the Headless Horseman all come together. V2 Greg 2 Sleepy Hollow Haunted…
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Beekman Avenue

Walk one of the village’s historic streets and hear the unsettling legend of the mysterious Woman in Black. Local lore has connected this road to strange nighttime sightings and even figures associated with the real people who may have inspired Washington Irving’s characters.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Philipsburg Manor (pass by)

Visit a restored colonial estate with deep ties to the history and atmosphere that inspired The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. The manor’s millpond, fields, and nearby churchyard helped shape Irving’s fictional landscape, while local legends add an eerie supernatural layer. V2 Greg 2 Sleepy Hollow Haunted…
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Headless Horseman Statue

See the dramatic steel sculpture depicting the Headless Horseman chasing Ichabod Crane. It stands near the setting associated with the legendary chase and is one of the best photo stops on the entire tour.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Headless Horseman Bridge

Stand at the bridge tied to the climax of Washington Irving’s famous tale. In local folklore, the bridge marks a boundary the Horseman cannot cross, making it one of the most important locations in the Sleepy Hollow legend. V2 Greg 2 Sleepy Hollow Haunted…
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Old Dutch Church and Burying Ground

Visit one of New York’s oldest surviving churches and a central setting in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Its historic burying ground includes people believed to have inspired some of Irving’s characters, while local tradition places the Headless Horseman’s restless spirit somewhere among the graves.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sleepy Hollows Ghost Self Guided Audio Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Discover the story and legend and sites of Sleepy hallow
  • Go at your own pace anytime the tour never expires
  • Self-Guided Audio walking tour on our walking tour app in Sleepy Hallow
  • No admission to any sites this tour is all outside
  • No humans this tour is all on our walking tour app

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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