Boardwalk Crimes of the Dark City

Step beyond the postcard version of Asbury Park and into its darker past on this guided true crime walking tour along the historic boardwalk. From headline-making cases to long-whispered scandals, this tour explores the crimes and controversies that once gripped the city and left lasting marks on its shoreline.

When the sun sets, Asbury’s shadows come alive. Join historian Lesley “The History Chick” Schierenbeck — as featured on PBS — for a spine-tingling walk through the city’s darker past. From unsolved crimes to lingering legends and the secrets that still haunt the boardwalk, Dark City uncovers the stories Asbury never forgot.

Led with careful research and historical context, this immersive evening tour blends true crime with local history, examining how crime, culture, and change shaped Asbury Park beyond the surface. This experience is designed for curious adults, history lovers, and anyone drawn to the city’s shadowed side.