The 5 Best Family-Friendly Ghost Tours

1.Ghost Tour: History and Haunts – Family Friendly – Best in Gettysburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 378 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $23Our pick

Walk Gettysburg after dark with guides such as Ken, Kendra, and Dillon, hearing Civil War stories, civilian accounts, and local ghost lore. The 75-minute route begins and ends at Unity Park, uses historic streets and outdoor stops, and keeps the scares mild enough for children.

“The trip was so interesting, but our guide was what made it amazing! He had me in a chokehold with the historical knowledge he had.. 10/10 recommend him”

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2.Fraidy Cat: The Family Fun Ghost Tour of Savannah

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 253 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) Top rated

Walk through five historic Savannah squares and Colonial Park Cemetery with a local guide such as Kerry, Lori, or Laurie. Expect 90 minutes of family-friendly ghost stories, theatrical storytelling, and plenty of time for questions. The evening walk suits older children and adults.

“Amazing tour guided by Lori! The stories are super interesting and she is a great story teller. Learnt a lot about about the history is Savannah!”

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3.Spooky Family-Friendly Ghost Tour in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $37

Walk the French Quarter for two hours with a family-focused guide such as Dalvin, Dane, Melissa, Elaine, or Anderson. Expect theatrical storytelling, local history, and mild ghost tales at LaLaurie Mansion, Jackson Square, and Royal Street. The tone suits children, though the walk can feel more historical than frightening.

“Had a great time on our tour with guide Dalvin! His story telling was excellent giving you enough to want more but cutting it to share more as the tour continued. He was great with my son (9) that was hot and crabby and not super excited about going on a ghost tour. Dalvin was the highlight of the tour that was a lot of walking and gave great history of the French Quarter. Not scary at all for the kids but definitely would leave mine at home if we ever do it again.”

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4.Jack the Ripper: Solve the Crime Walking Tour (Kids Free!)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $29

Meet Harry or another English-speaking guide at Whitechapel Gallery for a 2 to 2.5-hour evening walk through East London. Follow the murders in sequence, view police images and the infamous letter, and examine the doorway tied to the case. Children join free.

“Very interesting and atmospheric, liked the use of images on the walk.”

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5.Family-Friendly Ghosts of Austin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Meet your English-speaking guide at the Texas State Capitol for a 90-minute walk through Austin’s darker past. Hear ghost stories tied to the Capitol, Driskill, Governor’s Mansion, and former Red Light district, with history, local lore, and possible explanations for the hauntings.

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