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Ghost Tours in the USA: The 15 Best Nights Out

338 tours  ·  from $8 a head

America invented the modern ghost tour and now runs more of them than anywhere else. These 15 sort the walking tours, the trolley loops, the cemetery visits and the overnight hunts by price, city and how frightening they actually intend to be.

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour - Starting at Old Town Hall in Derby Square
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History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

1.History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14,564 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Walk Salem for about two hours with a local historian such as Lisa, Michael, Sean, or Ryan. Hear the truth behind the 1692 witch trials, see the Witch Trials Memorial, Ropes Mansion, Witch House, and McIntire District, and choose a lantern-lit evening departure for extra atmosphere.

“We had Diane deliver the tour for us and she was brilliant from start to finish. Very energetic, very informative and was so positive throughout. Was happy to answer questions and show us more to Salem than what we knew before this tour. Would heavily recommend this to anyone who comes to Salem!”

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New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour - The Pharmacy Museum and the unpleasant side of old medicine
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New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

2.New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12,856 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Walk through the French Quarter for 1 hour 45 minutes with guides such as Spooky Rob, Lisa, Logan, and Juju. Hear true history, voodoo lore, vampire legends, and grisly tales tied to LaLaurie Mansion, Jackson Square, the Pharmacy Museum, and Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop.

“Very informative and amusing for ghost’s story fans. Logan is very good. But too many people in the group”

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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour - The Loop and Chicago’s Prohibition-era underworld
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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

3.Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,155 reviews · from $52

Walk about 1.5 miles through Chicago’s Loop with a historian guide such as Taka, Sophia, Tanner, or Avery. Hear true Prohibition-era tales, ghost stories, and the story of the SS Eastland while visiting the Palmer House, Riverwalk, Chicago Theatre, and Congress Plaza Hotel.

“Very exotic experience, another good way to know about Chicago history beside just regular tourist spots”

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Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour - Through the French Quarter’s darkest stories
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Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

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

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

Walk New Orleans after dark with guides such as Professor Ric, Ricardo, Jon, JJ, Elaine, and Nikki. Hear carefully researched tales of true crime, voodoo, vampires, and haunted homes, with a midway restroom stop and optional VIP Hellvision projections. The tour stays outdoors and is limited to ages 17 and older.

“Fun evening with JJ in New Orleans. A wealth of information shared in an engaging manner, our whole party of 7 people enjoyed this tour. Very educational with lots of New Orleans history, as well as the expected ghost stories. Highly recommend, especially if you get JJ as your guide.”

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Salem's Best Ghost Tour - Starting at 127 Essex Street
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Salem’s Best Ghost Tour

5.Salem’s Best Ghost Tour

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

Walk Salem’s historic center at night with a licensed local guide. In 75 minutes, you’ll hear about the 1692 Witch Trials, visit the memorial and old cemetery, see Hocus Pocus filming sites, and hear ghost stories tied to churches, homes, and murder sites. Guides such as Raymond, Sebastian, Penny, and Elaina are known for lively storytelling.

“Raymond was highly entertaining and knowledgeable my 9&10 year olds really enjoyed his stories also.”

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Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston - Why a horse and carriage works well after dark
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Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

6.Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

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

Board at Old South Carriage Company on Anson Street for a 40-minute twilight ride through Charleston’s old walled city. Guides such as Holly and Miles share spooky history while horses like Brian, Wayne, and Aiken pull the carriage past graveyards, churches, the Provost Dungeon, and the City Market.

“Miles and Jameson were awesome. Freezing cold outside. But we thoroughly enjoyed them !! And the tour. We are basically locals. Born in Charleston just always wanted to do the tour. A must do if visiting !! Loved it all !! Merry Christmas !!!!!”

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New Orleans Adults-Only Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Tour - Meeting at Exchange Place after dark
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New Orleans Adults-Only Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Tour

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

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

Walk the French Quarter after dark with guides such as Morgan, Chris, Scott, or Tony, hearing uncensored tales of vampires, voodoo, haunted homes, and grim New Orleans history. The 90-minute, 21+ tour stays outdoors, with stops near Jackson Square, Royal Street, the Old Ursuline Convent, and LaLaurie Mansion.

“The food and entertainment could be a lot better. The food was salty and the desert tasted blar. The drinks was god.”

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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour - Stories of war, executions, and murder
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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

8.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

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

Walk Savannah by lantern with guides such as Dan, Kel, and Kendra, hearing factual history, legends, murders, executions, and ghost tales. This 90-minute tour avoids jump scares and focuses on storytelling, cobblestone streets, historic squares, and a finish at Colonial Park Cemetery.

“Enjoyable tour with plenty of ghost stories. The guide was very knowledgable and told the stories in a way to allow you to "believe it or not". It was fun to imagine ghosts were there and we could almost see them. Historical and entertaining.”

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Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard - Walking through old Charleston after dark
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Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard

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

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

Walk through old Charleston with a licensed guide such as Simon, Jerry, Liz, or Jake, hearing local ghost tales before entering the 1772 Unitarian Church Graveyard after dark. The 90-minute tour mixes history, storytelling, and eerie scenery, with a shorter graveyard-only option available.

“We were able to meet Julian Bucton at the start of our tour and have his booked signed. This book recounts the stories which are shared on the tour along with other ghost stories that have been historically verified. Simon was an amazing storyteller. We enjoyed learning about the historical ghost stories along with seeing the photos of the ghosts that previous tourists had captured and shared with Simon.”

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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

10.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 and walk through the French Quarter with guides such as Logan, Morgan, Mack, or Spooky Rob. Expect 90 minutes to two hours of ghost tales, Vodou traditions, vampire lore, and dark local history, with a short break near the end.

“Tony was our tour guide and he was amazing. The tour felt historical and authentic. Definitely recommend booking Witch’s Brew tours for your next Nola ghost tour.”

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Savannah Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour - Boarding at 301 East River Street
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Savannah Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour

11.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 haunted tales, local history, and theatrical fun. Guides such as Emmaline, Billy, Lin, and Madame Rouge bring different styles to the route, with after-dark entry to the Andrew Low House and Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery.

“Really fun and informative. Barnaby sas a great guide and kept everyone happy. We loved the cat chasing and the man in the warehouse.”

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Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans - Masonic Temple Cemetery #2: the main after-dark stop
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Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans

12.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 Masonic Temple Cemetery #2 and other New Orleans burial grounds after dark. Your driver-guide, including guides such as Roy and Henry, shares burial customs, local tales, and ghost-hunting tips. Bring your own drinks, walk on flat paths, and stop for beignets and coffee.

“Not what we expected. If you’re looking for scary this wasn’t it. We were given a few historic stories which were interesting. But overall, it wasn’t the experience we thought. They blared music in the bus ride over. More of a booze cruise than anything else. Marcus was nice and funny.”

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Savannah's Ghost City "Dead of Night" Walking Night Tour - Johnson Square begins the story beneath your feet
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Savannah’s Ghost City “Dead of Night” Walking Night Tour

13.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, Cordelia, or Deanna, hearing ghost tales and grim local history at six stops. The 90-minute, adults-only route covers about a mile from Johnson Square to Wright Square, with storytelling outdoors and no building admissions included.

“We had a great time! Our guide, Henry, made the experience. He had great stories and his delivery was excellent.”

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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour - The Trolley of the Doomed and its grave-digger host
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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

14.Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

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

Spend two evening hours on Boston’s Trolley of the Doomed with a costumed 17th-century gravedigger. Hear stories about the Boston Strangler, Jane Toppan, and Salem-era Boston, then walk through Copp’s Hill and Granary burying grounds. Expect PG-13 themes, uneven ground, and plenty of character-driven humor.

“Don't go in winter! I was freezing! Guide was amazing, funny and very professional . It was a fun experience.”

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Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter - Starting on North Rampart Street
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Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

15.Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

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

Walk from North Rampart Street to Jackson Square with a local guide such as Randy, Yvette, or Mikey. Expect haunted sites, Madame LaLaurie’s grim story, French Quarter history, and vampire lore, all told from the sidewalks in English. The group can reach 28 people.

“Randy is a gem and a fabulous tour guide. He was informative, engaging, and funny to boot! He spoke of delicate topics with respect and the tour never felt exploitative. Highly recommend this tour—and very much appreciated the bathroom break halfway. Thank you!”

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New in USA Ghost Tours

★ 4.6Dark Side of Charleston 1.5-Hour Walking TourFrom $4043 reviews
★ 4.0Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub CrawlFrom $2923 reviews
★ 4.9Boo-Hag and Brews Haunted Bar HopFrom $3124 reviews
★ 4.4Chains, Coffins, & Curses: Charlottesville Ghost ToursFrom $2411 reviews
★ 4.590-Minute Ghost & Graveyard Walking TourFrom $4075 reviews
★ 3.8Captain Stoner’s Haunted Dive Bar CrawlFrom $334 reviews
★ 3.8Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost ToursFrom $2429 reviews
★ 4.4The Ghosts of Boston TourFrom $2955 reviews
★ 4.7Haunted Streets Walking TourFrom $342 reviews
★ 4.6Haunted Pub Crawl of Historic Pubs and TavernsFrom $34127 reviews
★ 4.3History & Haunts Guided Ghost TourFrom $27154 reviews
★ 4.5Death and Dying Walking Ghost TourFrom $346 reviews
★ 4.6Boothbay Haunted Ghost Walking TourFrom $3227 reviews
★ 4.2Boos and Brews Haunted Pub CrawlFrom $2973 reviews
★ 5.0Bay Saint Louis, MS: The Haunted Bayou CruiseFrom $835 reviews

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