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    Evening Ghost Tour of Falcon Rest Mansion in McMinnville

    Spend a Saturday evening in October with the mansion's ghost stories

    4.6 stars• 271 reviews

    Duration

    1 hr

    Ideal For

    Up to 20 people

    Includes

    Guided tour, garden access

    Highlights

    Explore Falcon Rest Mansion after dark with owner and chief storyteller George McGlothin. Hear his accounts of 37 years of ghostly experiences reported by visitors as he leads you through the mansion.

    Important details

    • Arrive at the visitor center about 15 minutes before your tour starts.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours before the event for a refund. No refunds after that. No-shows are charged full price. Tickets are transferable with email notification from the original confirmation; new ticket holders' names, phone numbers and email addresses are required.

    Product ID: TRK735

    FAQs

    No. Photography and video are not permitted inside the mansion. You can stay after your ghost tour to explore the gardens and take outdoor photos.

    Meeting details

    Falcon Rest Visitor Center, 85 Bluff Springs Rd., McMinnville, TN 37110

    Experience provided by Falcon Rest Mansion & Gardens

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    Falcon Rest Mansion & Gardens

    Admission included

    Step onto the grounds of Falcon Rest Mansion and Gardens and feel the pace of McMinnville slow around you. The 1896 estate rises behind a canopy of mature trees, its ornate Victorian facade a careful reminder of Tennessee's prosperous Gilded Age. Broad porches invite you to linger, while manicured gardens frame every view. Falcon Rest Mansion and Gardens rewards those who look closely, from the intricate woodwork to the original furnishings that still fill its rooms.

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    Review summary

    4.6
    Excellent
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    Falcon Rest Mansion in McMinnville is a beautifully restored Victorian property that consistently earns praise for its authentic period furnishings, stunning architecture, and immaculately kept gardens. Hosts Charlien and George are frequently highlighted by name, bringing warmth, humor, and deep knowledge of the property's fascinating history to every visit. The guided mansion tours are a particular highlight, with guides who make the experience both educational and genuinely entertaining. Accommodations range from a honeymoon suite to a carriage house and cottage, all decorated with period-appropriate antiques. The breakfast package comes highly recommended. One note worth flagging: tea party events have occasionally been held in the visitor center rather than inside the mansion itself, which disappointed some guests expecting the full historic atmosphere, so it may be worth confirming event locations when booking. For history lovers, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a unique overnight experience, this place delivers something hard to find elsewhere. The owners' passion for preservation and authentic restoration is visible in every room, and the overall atmosphere feels genuinely special rather than staged.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    I have been to Monticello, Mount Vernon and Belle Meade. Falcon Rest was better than them all. The tour was performed by the owner herself. I was never rushed and questions were encouraged. The mansion and grounds are absolutely lovely and meticulously restored. The gift shop is amazing. I am making plans to come again for a formal tea with my granddaughters and for a murder mystery date with my husband. Fantastic admission price on a one-of-a-kind gem right here in McMinnville!

    Photo of Bonnie Causey

    Bonnie Causey

    September 4, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I have been to Monticello, Mount Vernon and Belle Meade. Falcon Rest was better than them all. The tour was performed by the owner herself. I was never rushed and questions were encouraged. The mansion and grounds are absolutely lovely and meticulously restored. The gift shop is amazing. I am making plans to come again for a formal tea with my granddaughters and for a murder mystery date with my husband. Fantastic admission price on a one-of-a-kind gem right here in McMinnville!

    Photo of Bonnie Causey

    Bonnie Causey

    September 4, 2026

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