GHOST WALKING TOURS IN THE USA

Where to Walk: the 15 Best Ghost Walking Tours in the USA

46 walks  ·  from $21 a head

The small-group ghost walking tours in the USA go first and the good guides are booked out weeks ahead. Here are 15 to reserve before you land, and what separates them.

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

2.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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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

3.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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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

4.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

5.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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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

6.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

7.Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

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

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

8.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

9.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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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour - Chicago Theatre and the stories behind the lights
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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

10.Gangsters and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,697 reviews · 2 hours · from $36

Walk 1.5 miles through Chicago’s South Loop with an English-speaking historian guide. Hear Al Capone stories, ghost tales, and local history at Death Alley, the Riverwalk, Palmer House, Chicago Theatre, and Congress Hotel. Guides such as Max, Baylor, Tanner, and Sophia are known for lively storytelling. A 20-minute break is included.

“Our guide Chris was very clear & easy to understand. Excellent as my husband has a hearing issue, and had no problem hearing & communicating with him. He was informative & entertaining.”

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New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour - Starting beneath the St. Louis Cathedral
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New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

11.New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,666 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Walk the French Quarter with a local horror-storian such as Jamie, Christo, Lucy, or Anja. Hear documented murders, unsolved crimes, mafia stories, fires, hauntings, and local legends at landmarks including St. Louis Cathedral and the Louisiana Supreme Court. This adults-only tour is offered in English for ages 17 and up.

“Christo is awesome! He was very knowledgeable and clearly loves what he does! This was an amazing tour and will definitely be booking again!!”

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Charleston Haunted Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour - Charleston City Market and the walk between stops
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Charleston Haunted Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

12.Charleston Haunted Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,569 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Walk Charleston’s haunted historic center with a costumed pirate guide such as Vanna, Jo, Blakely, or Brandon. You’ll hear ghost tales and local history, visit historic bars, and buy your own drinks along the way. Groups are capped at 14, and all participants must be 21 or older with valid ID.

“Vanna is the BEST tour guide. So funny and knowledgeable!!!!! She truly made the whole experience and catered to what we wanted to do”

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Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour - Oglethorpe Square sets the tone
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Genteel and Bard’s Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

13.Genteel and Bard’s Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,546 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Walk through central Savannah with Genteel and Bard guides such as Juliana, Jovi, Ollie, and TC, hearing dark history, first-person letters, music, and ghost lore through high-range headsets. The outdoor route visits squares, cemeteries, and historic buildings from the street, with small groups capped at 22 people.

“Having the headset during this tour was great, because even in a large tour group, you can hear every word. Olie, our tour guide, was fantastic.”

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Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour - Starting at 80 Broad Street
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Charleston’s Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

14.Charleston’s Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,345 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Walk Charleston after dark with Mike Brown, host of the Pleasing Terrors Podcast. Over 90 minutes, he links ghost stories to places such as Poogan’s Porch, the Charleston Library Society, Philadelphia Alley, and a downtown church. Expect first-person paranormal accounts, old photographs, local history, and a group of up to 20 people.

“The experience was engaging, spooky and informative. I enjoyed learning about the different places in Charleston.”

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The Salem Witch Walk - Old Burying Point Cemetery and the wrongly accused
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The Salem Witch Walk

15.The Salem Witch Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,301 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $25

Meet a practicing witch at Crow Haven Corner for a one-hour walk through Salem. You’ll cast a magic circle, take part in three spells, visit Old Burying Point Cemetery, and learn about witch trials, Sabbats, Esbats, and modern practice. Guides such as Aaron and William add personal stories, humor, and plenty of personality.

“A little light on Salem history, but our guide was enjoyable. If you like learning about spells or doing them, this is for you.”

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New in Ghost Walking Tours in the USA

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★ 4.5Austin Haunted Pub Crawl Walking TourFrom $34232 reviews
★ 4.5The Ghosts of Austin Walking TourFrom $2972 reviews
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★ 4.5Ghosts, Asylums, Voodoo, and Horror Walking TourFrom $25383 reviews
★ 4.3Salem: Ghosts, Witches, & Warlocks Guided Walking TourFrom $24398 reviews
★ 4.5Portland: Ghosts, Poltergeists, and Psychopaths Walking TourFrom $24197 reviews
★ 4.5Pittsburgh: Evening Ghost & History Downtown Walking TourFrom $3271 reviews
★ 4.5Newport: Historic District Ghosts Guided Walking TourFrom $24114 reviews
★ 4.7Gangsters and Ghosts 2-Hour Walking TourFrom $35615 reviews
★ 4.9Witches Coven Garden District Walking TourFrom $35113 reviews
★ 4.3French Quarter Ghost and Legends Walking TourFrom $25129 reviews
★ 4.4Guided Ghost-Themed Walking TourFrom $2971 reviews
★ 4.8Louisville: Old Louisville Walking Ghost TourFrom $2597 reviews

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