Ghost Walking Tours in London: 13 Guides Who Know the Back Streets

1.The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

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

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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2.London Jack The Ripper Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,131 reviews Top rated

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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3.Jack the Ripper Walking Tour – Ripper Vision Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,752 reviews · from $26

Meet your English-speaking guide outside Aldgate East Tube Station and walk through Whitechapel as Ripper-Vision projects Victorian photographs, crime scenes, and suspects onto the streets. Guides such as Harry, Rob, Alan, Mick, and Matt bring the case to life with vivid storytelling, historical context, and competing theories about the killer’s identity.

“it might benefit from a slightly later start time because the daylight made viewing the projection difficult to see. otherwise, well done tour and great guide!”

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4.Jack the Ripper Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,449 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Meet at Aldgate Underground station for a two-hour English-language walk through Whitechapel and nearby streets. Guide George brings the Jack the Ripper case to life with clear storytelling, social history, police theories, and suspect profiles. Expect moderate walking, dark subject matter, and plenty of chances to ask questions.

“George was a fantastic guide - charismatic and enthusiastic. Great tour, we all loved it.”

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5.Ghost Walk and River Thames Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,251 reviews · 2 hours · from $26

Follow London’s darker stories from Green Park to the Tower of London with a live guide in English, French, or German. You’ll hear tales of ghosts, plague, executions, and royal intrigue, then choose a 30-minute Uber Boat ride or take the Tube. Guides such as Marvin, Julia, Luke, and Zachary are known for strong storytelling and good humor.

“Loved the walking tour, Jack was a great guide. The only thing that let it down was the Uber boat ride. This is because once on the boat you were left to do your own thing, I had expected still having stories whilst on the boat. Apart from that everything was great!”

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6.London Jack The Ripper Small-Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,013 reviews · from $151

Follow Jack the Ripper’s route through Whitechapel, Spitalfields, Brick Lane, and Aldgate East on this roughly two-hour walking tour. Guides such as Cova, Antonio, Yassine, and Yasin use stories, photos, and detective-style questions to explain the unsolved murders. The tour is offered in English or Spanish and ends near Miller’s Court.

“It was a very fun night of learning a lot of interesting facts about the Jack the Ripper murders mixed with a walk around one of London’s neighborhood old neighborhoods. I definitely recommend this tour!”

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7.Ghastly Ghosts 2-Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 794 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Walk from All Hallows by the Tower to St. Paul’s Cathedral on a two-hour evening tour of London’s darker past. Your English-speaking guide, often George or Zav, mixes ghost stories with solid local history, old churches, murder tales, and lesser-known City streets. Expect a brisk walk, outdoor storytelling, and plenty of atmosphere, especially in bad weather.

“Our guide George was brilliant, friendly, interesting and loud enough to hear everything clearly!”

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8.Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 410 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $20Best value

Follow Jack the Ripper’s trail through Whitechapel on a 90-minute English walking tour. Starting near Tower Hill, your guide leads you to Mitre Square, Goulston Street, Commercial Street, and Hanbury Street, explaining the murders, suspects, Victorian London, and the clues that still fuel the mystery. Guides may include Jim, Robin, Marc, Alice, or Matthew.

“Good knowledge from the guide and a good experience overall”

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9.Interactive Jack the Ripper Night Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 229 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $22

Walk through Whitechapel with an English-speaking Ripperologist, visiting real crime locations linked to the 1888 murders. You’ll hear the victims’ stories, study clues in an interactive detective pack, and debate the leading theories about Jack the Ripper. Guides include Tyson, Sarah, Saadiya, Kory, Jess, and others.

“Our tour guide was very knowledgable and witty! I loved her angle when recounting each of the murders, by placing the focus on the women affected/giving a voice to their stories. This offered a refreshing take on the Jack the Ripper case and while keeping in mind the social context during this period! Thoroughly recommend to all!”

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10.Witches and History Bankside Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 223 reviews · 1h 15m · from $24

Follow a costumed witch guide such as Gary the Grey, Beatrix, or Veronica from Southwark Cathedral through Borough Market and Bankside. Hear true stories of London’s suspected witches, see The Clink, Winchester Palace, Shakespeare’s Globe, and Millennium Bridge, and finish near St Paul’s. This English-language walk lasts 75 minutes and runs in all weather.

“Excellent! Gary the grey was funny, knowledgeable and a real character… we had a child with us and she loved asking him questions and learning with lots of laughs along the way. Highly recommended, thank you Gary for a great night x”

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11.Jack the Ripper Night Walking Tour in Whitechapel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 166 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $22

Walk Whitechapel with an English-speaking Ripperologist guide such as Tyson, Kory, Hadi, or Elsie. Visit locations tied to the 1888 murders, study clues in an interactive detective pack, and hear the victims’ stories alongside theories about the killer. Expect 2 to 2.5 hours outdoors for $22 per person.

“Very informative fun tour, guide was great getting us around the busy streets.”

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12.Ghosts and Legends of Mayfair Walking Tour – London

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 153 reviews · 2 hours · from $55

Walk from Grosvenor Square through Berkeley Square, Albemarle Street, Green Park, and St James’s Palace as your guide tells ghost stories, murder tales, and London history. Guides have included Tom, Giles, and Natalie. Expect a brisk two-hour evening walk, with comfortable shoes and warm clothing strongly advised.

“Highly recommended. guide was very good and answered questions professional what a great experience”

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13.Jack the Ripper Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Walk from Liverpool Street into Whitechapel with an English-speaking Ripperologist guide. In a group of no more than 20, you’ll visit murder sites, hear about the victims and police investigation, and sort fact from theory. Guides have included Ian, Jericho, Michael, Rory, and Angie. The subject is grim, and the walk suits ages 16 and up.

“We had a very knowledgeable guide, who gave us lots of facts and information. very impressed by how much he knew.”

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