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The 15 Best Ghost Walks Worldwide

107 walks  ·  from $14 a head

A good ghost walk is local history told badly on purpose. The 15 below are sorted by which ones are genuinely unsettling, which are a comedy act, and which take children, with prices and start times.

New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour - New Orleans Pharmacy Museum and the darker side of medicine
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New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

1.New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12,856 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $27Our pick

Walk New Orleans’ French Quarter after dark with guides such as Spooky Rob, Lisa, Logan, and Catie. Hear tales of Madame LaLaurie, the Casket Girls, voodoo, vampires, yellow fever, and old medical practices while stopping at Jackson Square, Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, and the Pharmacy Museum. Expect about 1 hour 45 minutes on uneven sidewalks.

“Spooky Rob was great and knew all the local history, he was also very clear to understand during a whole parade passing by!”

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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Christ Church and the Victorian setting
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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

2.The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,833 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Follow a Ripperologist through Whitechapel for two hours, from Altab Ali Park to the Ten Bells Pub. Expect crime-scene stops, suspect theories, victim stories, Victorian social history, and visual evidence. Guides such as Martin Cheng, Nic, Ivan, Gabby, and Bettina are praised for clear storytelling, humor, and thoughtful treatment of the victims. Graphic content is included.

“Very interesting and detailed information. Guide was upbeat and animated in her delivery, very engaging indeed, creating mystery and intrigue. Brilliant and professional delivery of a well thought out tour.”

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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour - Al Capone, speakeasies, and the darker Loop
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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

3.Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,155 reviews · from $52Top rated

Walk about 1.5 miles through Chicago’s Loop with a historian guide such as Taka, Sophia, Tanner, Avery, or Willis. Hear true Prohibition-era crime stories, visit haunted landmarks including the Palmer House and Congress Hotel, and stop at Millennium Park, the Riverwalk, and the Chicago Theatre. A minibus option is also available.

“Willis was a great story teller! Easy to find, the only wish is that we were able to stop in more places. Most of the tour is just walking outside not in actual buildings.”

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Prague: Ghost Walking Tour Where Legends Come To Life - Beginning near Křižovnické náměstí
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Prague: Ghost Walking Tour Where Legends Come To Life

4.Ghost Walking Tour Where Legends Come To Life

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,253 reviews · 1h 30m · from $27

Follow a guide such as Erik, Daniel, or Katerina through Prague’s Old Town for 90 minutes of legends, history, and surprise appearances by costumed ghosts. You’ll see Charles Bridge, the Clementinum, Mariánské náměstí, and the Astronomical Clock. It is spooky, funny, family-friendly, and available in six languages.

“Very interesting, recommend for first day in Prague - it’s getting you in mood of Prague (and do not scream in street when you afraid 😉)”

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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour - Starting at Chippewa Square after dark
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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

5.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,235 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Walk Savannah’s historic streets by candlelight on a 90-minute tour led by guides such as Dan, Kel, or Kendra. You’ll hear factual stories of war, executions, murders, superstitions, and reported hauntings while visiting squares and old buildings. It is more historical and story-driven than a jump-scare show, with Colonial Park Cemetery as the finish.

“This ghost tour was such a fun experience and we would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Savannah!”

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London Jack The Ripper Guided Walking Tour - Spitalfields Market: setting the scene
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London Jack The Ripper Guided Walking Tour

6.London Jack The Ripper Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,131 reviews

Walk from Aldgate East through Spitalfields and Brick Lane to Mitre Square while an expert guide explains the 1888 murders, victims, suspects, and police inquiry. Expect original photographs, press reports, questions, and a free 194-page ebook. Guides may include Jeremy, Angie, Philip, or Jackie.

“Informative, interesting, and fun! Jeremy was the perfect tour guide, he kept the group entertained but told the story of the five victims and the ripper himself in detail with facts and theories. I also enjoyed all the information on the buildings and architecture that was arounRead more”

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Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard - The Unitarian Church Graveyard is the atmospheric highlight
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Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard

7.Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,835 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Walk Charleston’s historic center for 90 minutes with a licensed guide such as Simon, Jerry, Liz, or Jake, hearing local ghost stories drawn from The Ghosts of Charleston. The tour ends inside the 1772 Unitarian Church Graveyard, where moss, old tombs, and darkness create the evening’s strongest atmosphere. A one-hour graveyard-only option is also available.

“Tour was great - guide was a wonderful story teller. Group was a little too big but overall good experience!”

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New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour - Muriel’s and Jackson Square: a historic setting for the tales
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New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour

8.New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,731 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $32

Meet your English-speaking guide at Witches Brew Gallery in Exchange Alley for a lively walk through New Orleans’ haunted French Quarter. Hear the LaLaurie Mansion story, learn how Vodou was misunderstood, pass historic sites, and finish near Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop. Guides such as Logan, Morgan, Mack, and Robby Rob are known for spirited storytelling.

“Amazing guide! The stories were so interesting and the time flew by! Really really enjoyed my time!”

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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Starting in the old town and leaving the main streets
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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

9.Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,685 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $33

Walk through Gamla Stan with a theatrical guide such as Callum, Chris, Cody, or Reece, hearing grim tales of murders, disease, executions, and ghosts. The 1.5-hour route uses narrow lanes, courtyards, old walls, and a spooky church crypt. Bring sturdy shoes, expect stairs and cobblestones, and prepare for history served with dark humor.

“The evening stroll through Gamla Stan was nothing short of haunting. The alleyways narrow and crooked promised tales of dark deeds and a chill that did not entirely belong to the winter wind. Our guide, Chris, was absolutely superb, a master of his craft, weaving tales of murder and restless spirits, revealing Gamla Stan’s darker underbelly with theatrical expertise. We recommend this eerie delight to every visitor of Stockholm. Thank you very much for such a memorable evening.”

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Prague Ghost and Legend of Old Town Walking Tour - Starting at Týnská 627/7
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Prague Ghost and Legend of Old Town Walking Tour

10.Prague Ghost and Legend of Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,630 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $21Best value

Walk Prague’s Old Town after dark with guides such as Allen, David, Sara, Tina, and Claire, hearing legends tied to ghosts, executions, hospitals, rabbis, and medieval streets. This 90-minute English small-group tour costs $21.77, follows a mostly flat route, and ends in Old Town Square.

“It was fun and informative, David was amazing, funny and entertaining. We learnt so much about Prague and its legends.”

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Savannah's Ghost City "Dead of Night" Walking Night Tour - Johnson Square starts the story beneath your feet
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Savannah’s Ghost City “Dead of Night” Walking Night Tour

11.Savannah’s Ghost City “Dead of Night” Walking Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,482 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Walk Savannah’s Historic District after dark with Ghost City Tours, hearing grim history and ghost tales at Johnson Square, Colonial Park Cemetery, the Marshall House, Sorrel-Weed House, and Wright Square. Guides such as Henry, Rebecca, Cordelia, and Deanna mix clear storytelling with humor. The 90-minute tour is for ages 16 and up.

“Wear comfy shoes for the walk Be sure to use the restroom before or you'll end up like my husband lost & missed the last half of the tour🤦🏼‍♀️🤣”

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Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter - What the two-hour route feels like
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Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

12.Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,406 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $21

Walk New Orleans after dark with French Quarter Phantoms for a two-hour tour of haunted sites, local legends, and vampire lore. Guides such as Randy, Yvette, Michael, and Breon mix documented history with folklore. The route ends near Jackson Square and includes a mid-tour bathroom break.

“This was a wonderful first time experience. The host was lively and fun, told wonderful stories. Be sure to wear great walking shoes!”

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Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh - Ghost stories, reported hauntings, and the limits of the scare factor
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Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh

13.Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,183 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $33

Walk from the Royal Mile into Edinburgh’s underground vaults with a guide such as James, Louisa, Dom, or Aimee. Expect dark history, torture exhibits, steep stairs, ghost stories, and a compact one-hour visit. The tour is in English, capped at 36 people, and best for adults and older children comfortable with confined spaces.

“Our guide, Louisa was brilliant! She really made the experience enjoyable. We loved the “haunted” aspect of the tour. She was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining! A must do while in Edinburgh!”

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Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour - Pack Square starts with Asheville’s darker side
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Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

14.Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,053 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $26

Meet at 8 p.m. at the Asheville Masonic Temple for a guided downtown walk with local storytellers such as Christian, Brian, and Tad. Hear tales of Helen Clevenger, Thomas Wolfe, Civil War ghosts, and the Basilica's architect. Expect hills, weather, and about two hours on foot.

“Fun and informative. Gave alot of interesting information about Asheville Would recommend to may friends”

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Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour - Giles Corey and the physical cost of the witch trials
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Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

15.Salem Voodoo, Vampires, and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,931 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Walk Salem with guides such as Dr. Vitka, Mike, and Vin as they connect the 1692 witch trials to voodoo lore, vampire stories, haunted sites, and ghost-hunting methods. The 90-minute English tour starts at the Revere Bell, visits cemeteries and historic streets, and examines your photos for possible paranormal clues.

“This tour was the perfect way to start our trip to Salem. Dr. Vitka is so fantastic, so knowledgeable, and his tour is the best one Salem has to offer! Hands down one of our favorite experiences here!”

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