8 Cincinnati Ghost Tours to Give an Evening To

1.Ultimate Queen City is Haunted Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $32Our pick

Walk Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine with an experienced American Legacy Tours guide. Hear stories at Washington Park, Music Hall, and Memorial Hall, then look for paranormal signs with EMF or EVP meters on some departures. Guides such as Angela, Rachel, Jordan, Meredith, and Troy bring different energy to the night.

“Very educational on Cincinnati history. We took the Queen city ghost tour. It's a lot of walling so wear good shoes”

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2.Phantoms of the Pig Iron Past: Cursed Cincinnati Ghost Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 122 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $32

Walk Cincinnati at 8 pm with a guide such as Patrick, Kyle, or Reagan, hearing stories tied to Memorial Hall, an old brewery, Taft’s Ale House, haunted antiques, and the Symphony Hotel. The one-hour route blends city history, architecture, and paranormal tales, with an option to upgrade to a longer tour.

“Great tour very energetic very informative. I had a great time. Great value for my money. Love the history.”

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3.Haunted Cincinnati Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Follow a costumed guide through Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine district, from Washington Park to Taft’s Ale House and Rosedale. Hear ghost tales and city history, buy drinks at historic bars, and finish with a commemorative cup or can cooler. Guides have included Kim, Ellie, Luster, and Fletcher.

“Kim was fantastic! We had a wonderful time learning about ghost sightings in Cincinnati. I left having learned a bunch of new, spooky stories that I had never heard before. Kim made the entire experience fun, entertaining, and kept us engaged the entire time. I would highly recommend anyone that wants to learn some Cincinnati history along with some creepy stories to take this tour!”

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4.Cincinnati: Ghosts & Poltergeists Haunted Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · from $27

Walk Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine district with an English-speaking guide such as Patrick or Sydney. Hear ghost stories tied to Washington Park, Memorial Hall, Cincinnati Music Hall, and Wooden Nickel Antiques. Expect a one-mile route, outdoor storytelling, and history mixed with supernatural legend.

“Sydney is a very delightful and knowledgeable person to work with. Me and my husband totally love her and enjoyed the tour. 10/10 recommended!You will find some nice pub spot too!”

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5.Darkside of Brewing Tour: Tales of Cincinnati’s Haunted and Gruesome Past

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $45

Walk less than a mile through Over-the-Rhine as guides such as Aaron, Lisa, Robert, and Marcha tell stories of grave robbing, murder, and old brewing life. You’ll use a flashlight inside the Imperial Theater and Jackson Brewhouse, then enjoy a beer at Northern Row Brewery & Distillery.

“I learned a lot about my hometown. It surprised me how much much history is condensed in that part of Cincinnati. It made me love my city even more. I enjoyed all of it, particularly the imperial theater tour. Our tour guides, Robert and Marcha knew so much about Cincinnati history, and their enthusiasm was contagious.”

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6.Haunted Tour in Mount Healthy from Cincinnati

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $32

Join guide Kevin or another American Legacy Tours guide for a 90-minute, small-group haunted tour through Mt. Healthy. From Fibonacci Brewing Company, you’ll visit old homes, cemeteries, a toll road station, an Odd Fellows site, and the location of the Mt. Healthy Ghost train.

“Kevin was friendly and entertaining. Good, spooky vibes. Would recommend. Especially leading up to Halloween”

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7.Self Guided Cincinnati Ghost Haunted Walking Tour Audio Tour Music Hall OTR

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 40 to 50 minutes (approx.) · from $9Best value

Use the WalknTours app to guide your private group through Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine in 40 to 50 minutes. Hear tales of the Witch of Washington Park, haunted underground tunnels, the Lady in Red, and skeletal remains found during Music Hall’s construction. No in-person guide is included.

“The tour was just what we wanted for our bachelorette party, very informative and fun. Can’t wait to redo it with my grandkids”

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8.Clifton A Haunted Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $34

Walk through Clifton with an experienced guide, hearing tales of the Haunted Gazebo, the Cincinnati Strangler, Mrs. Rawson, and Boss Cox’s mansion. The two-hour tour ends at Ludlow Wines, where you can buy a drink. Miranda may lead the walk, and groups are limited to 15.

“Done all your tours this was one of my favorites. Loved being able to go inside an actual house that was haunted. Miranda was amazing one of your best. Will definitely do this one again”

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