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Ghost Tours in the USA: The 15 That Actually Do the Research

71 tours  ·  from $21

Salem, Savannah, Charleston and the French Quarter all sell the dark. These 15 separate the genuinely researched walks from the jump-scare ones, priced by length, with a note on which suit children.

New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour - The New Orleans Pharmacy Museum and old medical fears
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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

Meet your English-speaking guide at 311 Exchange Place and walk through the French Quarter after dark. Hear stories tied to the LaLaurie Mansion, Casket Girls, Pharmacy Museum, Jackson Square, Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, and Voodoo Authentica. Guides such as Spooky Rob, Lisa, Logan, and Juju mix documented history with spooky storytelling. Wear sturdy shoes.

“William was a great guide. He made sure to stop and wait up for people, to answer questions of all kinds, and knew everyone we passed by on the street. His stories were great and he made sure to keep us all engaged in the tour.We got to meet the current owner of Marie Leveaus home and go into a beautiful private courtyard who’s owner came home as we were passing by.”

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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour - Meeting near Wacker Drive and starting in the 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, hearing true crime stories, ghost accounts, and tales of Al Capone. Stops include Millennium Park, the Palmer House, the Riverwalk, the Chicago Theatre, and the Congress Plaza Hotel. Guides such as Taka, Sophia, Tanner, and Avery are known for clear delivery and strong storytelling.

“Taka, with her passionate love of history, gave us a fascinating introduction to the history of Chicago. She switched easily from Al Capone and gang warfare of the prohibition era and then told of tragic loss life on the SS Eastland. So many great stories, we loved it!”

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Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour - The French Quarter after dark
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Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

3.Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,545 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $37

Walk from Louis Armstrong Park through Congo Square and the French Quarter with guides such as Professor Ric, JJ, Elaine, or Jon. Expect true crime, voodoo history, vampire legends, and haunted landmarks, but no haunted-building visits or staged jump scares. A VIP option adds Hellvision digital projections.

“Best tour guide ever!!! Very nice, very informative, and very entertaining!!!! We are from out of state and don’t know much about the history etc of the area, so this was great!!”

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Salem's Best Ghost Tour - The Witch Trials Memorial puts the fear in context
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Salem’s Best Ghost Tour

4.Salem’s Best Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,186 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Walk Salem after dark with a licensed local guide such as Sebastian, Penny, Raymond, or Elaina. This 75-minute tour blends the 1692 witch trials with ghost stories, murder tales, Hocus Pocus filming sites, cemeteries, and historic churches. It is more history lesson than scare show, with a comfortable pace and a maximum of 40 people.

“The tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. He was funny and made the 75 minutes go by fast and very enjoyable. A+++”

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Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston - The Mills House and Charleston’s haunted streets
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Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

5.Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,678 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Settle into a covered horse-drawn carriage for a 40-minute evening ride through Charleston’s old walled city. A certified Palmetto Guild guide, such as Holly, Miles, or MacKenzie, tells spooky tales while horses like Brian, Wayne, and Aiken pull you past graveyards, churches, the Mills House, and the Provost Dungeon. It is wheelchair accessible and returns to 14 Anson Street.

“Very fun. Our guide Holly and Liam the horse were delightful and knowledgable. Holly had a sense of humor and grace under pressure.”

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New Orleans Adults-Only Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Tour - From Exchange Place to the French Quarter
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New Orleans Adults-Only Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Tour

6.New Orleans Adults-Only Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,291 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Walk New Orleans with a licensed guide such as Scott, Chris, Morgan, or Tony, hearing uncensored tales of vampires, voodoo, murder, and haunted homes. The 90-minute, 21+ outdoor tour visits Jackson Square, Royal Street, the Pharmacy Museum, Old Ursuline Convent, and LaLaurie Mansion. You stay outside the buildings.

“Information was good, but our guide Chris, is what MADE the experience!!! He was amazing, funny, and gave the tour character.”

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

7.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

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

Walk Savannah’s historic center for about 90 minutes with guides such as Dan and Kel, hearing true history, ghost stories, legends, and tales of executions and murder. The tour begins near Chippewa Square and ends at Colonial Park Cemetery. Expect cobblestones, outdoor standing, a group of up to 30, and a calm, story-first approach rather than jump scares.

“This was an awesome tour! Dan was a great, GREAT guide! It was freezing cold out and it didn’t even matter because he kept us moving and engaged!!”

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Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard - Starting at Buxton Books on King Street
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Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard

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

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

Meet your licensed guide at Buxton Books for a 90-minute walk through Charleston’s haunted old town, ending with after-hours access to the 1772 Unitarian Church Graveyard. Guides such as Simon, Jerry, Liz, and Jake bring different storytelling styles. Expect local history, supernatural tales, dark paths, cobblestones, and plenty of standing.

“Jake was a great tour guide! Was very knowledgeable about the history and the ghost stories. The graveyard had a lot of history and was cool to walk through at night!”

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New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour - Muriel’s and Jackson Square set the scene
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New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour

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

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

Start at Witches Brew Gallery in Exchange Alley, then follow an English-speaking guide through the French Quarter for 90 minutes to two hours. Hear the LaLaurie Mansion story, learn about Vodou, pass Muriel’s and the Old Ursuline Convent, and finish near Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop. Guides such as Logan, Morgan, Mack, and Spooky Rob are known for lively storytelling.

“We had such a great time on the New Orleans ghost tour! Logan was an awesome tour guide—funny, engaging, and full of interesting history. He shared fascinating stories about vampires, voodoo, and ghosts throughout the French Quarter and kept the group entertained the entire time. You could really tell he loves what he does, which made the experience even better. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you get Logan as your guide!”

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Savannah Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour - The trolley ride through Savannah after dark
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Savannah Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour

10.Savannah Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,723 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Ride Savannah’s trolley of the doomed for 75 minutes of ghost stories, murder tales, and local history. You’ll make after-dark stops at the Andrew Low House and River Street’s Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery. Guides vary, with past departures led by Emmaline, Billy, Lin, Madam Rouge, and August. Expect a PG-13 mood, humor, and some stairs.

“Felt like we didn’t get enough information. Also did a walking tour and learned a lot more from the guide.”

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Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans - Starting at Voodoo Tavern in the French Quarter
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Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans

11.Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,685 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Ride from the French Quarter to New Orleans cemeteries after dark, including Masonic Temple Cemetery #2 and, depending on the route, Charity Hospital’s pauper field or Odd Fellows Rest. Guides such as Henry and Roy mix burial history, ghost tales, music, and hands-on ghost-hunting tools. A stop at Morning Call may include beignets and a bathroom break.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining! We did the late night 11 PM cemetery tour and it did not disappoint. The stories were fascinating to hear and the tombs were so beautiful yet spooky as well. Would definitely recommend this tour!”

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Savannah's Ghost City "Dead of Night" Walking Night Tour - Johnson Square starts with buried secrets
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Savannah’s Ghost City “Dead of Night” Walking Night Tour

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

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

Walk Savannah after dark with guides such as Henry, Rebecca, or Cordelia, hearing ghost stories and grim local history at Johnson Square, Colonial Park Cemetery, Marshall House, the Sorrel-Weed House, and Wright Square. This adults-only tour lasts about 90 minutes, covers just over a mile, and costs $34.99.

“Your guide was awesome! Loved the stories she told. Would book again! The experience was a good time.”

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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour - Copp’s Hill and the North End
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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

13.Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,413 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $47

Ride Boston’s Trolley of the Doomed with a costumed 17th-century grave digger, then walk through Copp’s Hill and Granary burial grounds. Hear stories tied to Cotton Mather, the Boston Strangler, the Salem Witch Trials, and Revolutionary Boston. Guides such as Petunia, Mercy, and Dr. Atticus Nobody bring the two-hour, PG-13 outing to life.

“Wear your walking shoes. Dress warm if you travel in the fall or winter. Tour guides very knowledgeable”

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Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter - The LaLaurie Mansion and a story of human horror
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Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

14.Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

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

Walk through New Orleans with guides such as Randy, Yvette, Mikey, and Breon as they mix documented history, ghost tales, and vampire lore. The two-hour route begins near North Rampart Street and ends at Jackson Square, with a LaLaurie Mansion stop and a mid-tour bathroom break. Expect some standing, uneven city sidewalks, and groups of up to 28 people.

“Randy was a great guide. Informative, fun. Did not enjoy meeting place as bartender was rude and gave vague directions. Didn't want drink so she became ill with us and acted like we were an inconvenience to her overall. . Need more info on site for how to "check in"”

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St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter - Two cemeteries and the city gates
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St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter

15.St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,404 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Walk St. Augustine’s narrow streets with a costumed guide such as Blanco, Sheriff Artie, or Madame Jennifer. Over about 90 minutes, hear ghost tales and local history at the Castillo de San Marcos, City Gate, Tolomato Cemetery, Huguenot Cemetery, and other eerie sites. Tours start and end at 12 St. George St. Ghost-hunting tools cost $5 extra.

“Rob was a great story teller, weather was perfect and the stories were great. Be ready for lots of walking.”

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