If you're someone who's all about scary movies and creepy costumes, then chances are you'd love going on a ghost tour. Haunted history walking tours are a great way to explore the more sinister side of a city or town, and while you can easily search "ghost tour near me" to find the best in your area, there are some tours that are worth taking an extended trip to experience. From Salem, to Savannah, to St. Augustine, the best ghost tours in America are spread throughout the country, so you'll likely find one that's not too far from you. And even if you don't believe in the paranormal, you'll still learn some cool stories along the way.
Whether you're looking for a fall date idea or planning a Halloween activity with friends or family, ghost walking tours are perfect for lovers of histories, mysteries and of course, ghosts. But don't worry — not all haunted tours will leave you having nightmares (though there are definitely some that will). Here are some of the best ghost walking tours in the country that everyone should experience at least once.
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#1 Ghost, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans has a history filled with voodoo, vampires, ghosts, and witches, and on this 90-minute tour through the city's historic French Quarter, you'll learn all about the freaky folklore surrounding life in the Big Easy.
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Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour in Charleston, South Carolina
Take a 90-minute evening stroll through Charleston's notoriously haunted Unitarian Church Graveyard, which is the oldest Unitarian church in the South and known as a hotbed of creepy paranormal activity.
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Gangsters and Ghosts Tour in Chicago, Illinois
Explore the Windy City's "Vice District" on this two-hour tour, which takes visitors to Prohibition-era speakeasies, former criminal hangouts, and haunted places like Congress Hotel, Palmer House, and Death Alley.
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The Ghosts of Nashville Walking Tour in Nashville, Tennessee
This 90-minute expedition focuses on the hauntings of the Civil War, with stops at some of Nashville's most haunted locales, including Ryman Auditorium and the Tennessee State Capitol.
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The Ghost Tour of Old Town in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Discover the spooky side of Old Town Albuquerque on a 110-minute tour, during which you'll hear ghost stories told by lantern light as you check out Old Town's scariest cemeteries and historic buildings.
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Walking Ghost Tour in St. Augustine, Florida
Boasting the title of America's Oldest City, St. Augustine has plenty of ghosts in its long history, and this family-friendly 90-minute tour takes visitors through the city’s most noteworthy hauntings.
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Civil War Ghosts Walking Tour in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Hear some of the many historical and paranormal stories associated with the country's bloodiest Civil War battleground as you explore Gettysburg over the course of an hour.
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Historic Galveston Ghost Tour in Galveston, Texas
Learn about more than 150 years of paranormal history on this 90-minute journey through Galveston's historic haunted mansions, including places such as Ashton Villa and Durst House.
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Beyond the Grave Haunted History Walking Ghost Tour in Charlotte, North Carolina
From historic homes, to haunted graveyards, to old medical institutions, this 90-minute evening stroll through Charlotte's Fourth Ward is sure to leave you with nightmares.
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Ghost City "Dead of Night" Walking Tour in Savannah, Georgia
Savannah has more haunted spots than almost any other city in the country, and over the course of 90 minutes, this tour will show you all the best haunts, from Johnson Square and Colonial Park Cemetery to the Savannah Historic District.
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Twilight Ghost Tour in Denver, Colorado
For a twilight ghost tour of the Mile High City, you'll want to check out this two-hour option, during which you'll travel between Sheedy Mansion and Poets Row, among other creepy spots, while listening to tales of unsolved mysteries and murders.
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Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour in Salem, Massachusetts
Home of the 1692 witch trials, Salem is steeped with dark history, and over the course of 90 minutes, you'll hear tales of witchcraft, voodoo, vampires, and ghosts from a paranormal investigator as you traverse through the city.
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Haunted Memphis Walking Ghost Tour in Memphis, Tennessee
Over a two-hour journey, you'll get the chance to explore a number of notoriously haunted landmarks in the South Main Historic District, all while hearing stories about the darker side of Memphis history.
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Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village in New York, New York
New York's Greenwich Village has spooky spots aplenty, and over the course of two hours, you'll visit them all, from Washington Square Park, to New York University’s Brown Building, to Chumley's.
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Ghost and Haunt Tour of Gatlinburg in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
During this two-hour introduction to Gatlinburg's dark history, visitors will explore the Smoky Mountain city's most terrifying locales, and you'll even get the chance to use some ghost-hunting equipment.
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Dark Philly Adult Night Tour in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Definitely not suitable for little ones, this terrifying 105-minute tour schools you on hauntings, executions, vampires, and other chilling tales, all while you get the chance to explore Philadelphia's historic buildings.
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Portland Old Town Ghost Tour in Portland, Oregon
See a whole new side of Portland with this illuminating one-hour tour, which takes you through Old Town's most haunted locations and provides stories about the city's many unsolved mysteries.
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Haunted Austin Walking History Tour in Austin, Texas
If you're prepared for a good scare, then take this 90-minute tour, which provides an evening excursion through Austin's haunted attractions, including the Driskill Hotel, as well as stories about infamous ghosts and murderers.
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Old Louisville Ghost Tour in Louisville, Kentucky
This 100-minute tour of Old Louisville is all about history, architecture, and eerie attractions, and you'll get the chance to see what's known as America's most haunted neighborhood.
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Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour in Asheville, North Carolina
If you're in Asheville, then don’t miss the chance to do this two-hour after-dark walking tour of the city’s most macabre venues, including Basilica of St. Lawrence and Pritchard Park (and as a bonus, you'll even learn how to use ghost-hunting equipment!).
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Haunted SF: Ghost Hunting, True Crime and Mystery in San Francisco, California
Go on a real ghost hunt through old Chinatown alleys and Gold Rush-era haunts on this 90-minute tour, which provides a first-hand look into San Francisco’s dark and ghostly past.
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Haunted DC Walking Tour on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
During this 90-minute excursion, you'll follow a guide around the allegedly cursed Capitol Hill and discover the darker side of the nation’s capital.
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Key West Ghost and Mysteries Guided Tour in Key West, Florida
Uncover the eerie legends of Key West as you check out haunted sites such as La Concha Hotel, the Oldest House, and Saint Paul's Church over the course of 90 minutes.
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The Original Ghosts of Williamsburg Tour in Williamsburg, Virginia
Colonial Williamsburg looks a whole lot different by candlelight, and during this 90-minute candlelit walk, you'll explore the historic town's most haunted spots, including the College of William & Mary campus.
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San Antonio Haunted History Ghost Tour in San Antonio, Texas
Get a chance to see Spanish Governor's Palace, Menger Bar, and the Alamo at night during this 90-minute lantern-guided tour, which is the perfect balance of freaky and family-friendly.
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Haunted San Diego Ghost Tour in San Diego, California
Explore five locations hiding supernatural tales behind their facades in this 115-minute San Diego tour, which includes visits to El Campo Santo Cemetery, Horton Grand Hotel, and more.
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The Bullets and Bordellos Ghost Tour in Tombstone, Arizona
Known for its Wild West history, Tombstone has a dark, storied past, and this 90-minute adventure will teach you all about the city's murderers, ghosts, and demonic entities with plenty of stops along the way.
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Ultimate Queen City Is Haunted Tour in Cincinnati, Ohio
This two-hour tour takes you through the notoriously spooky Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, including stops at Washington Park and Cincinnati Music Hall and a full tour of the haunted Emery Theatre.
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Corinne Sullivan
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Corinne Sullivan is a digital writer and editor who covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, holidays and more.
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