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The World’s 15 Best Dark History & Ghost Tours

52 tours  ·  from $11 a head

Plague pits, gallows corners and quarantine wards, told after sunset by someone with the parish records. These 15 are priced and timed, with a note on which ones are history first and which are theatre.

Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour - Following the candle through historic Savannah
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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

1.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

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

Walk Savannah’s historic center for about 90 minutes with guides such as Dan, Kel, or Kendra, hearing factual history, ghost lore, murders, executions, and local legends by candlelight. This is a story-led tour, not a jump-scare show, and it ends at Colonial Park Cemetery.

“A very nice walking tour, with several points of interest. It was indeed about an hour and a half. Our guide was very fun and very happy to answer questions, especially about hauntings at the hotels each guest was staying at. Would do again!”

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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Starting in Stockholm’s medieval lanes
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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

2.Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,685 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $33

Walk through Gamla Stan with a theatrical guide such as Chris, Cody, Callum, or Reece, hearing grim tales of murders, disease, executions, and ghosts. The 1.5-hour route uses narrow lanes, old courtyards, dark passages, and sometimes a church crypt. Wear sturdy shoes and expect stairs, cobbles, and plenty of humor.

“A wonderful experience, it was great to learn a bit of history about Gamlanstan and the old town, Chris was thoroughly entertaining and made the tour fun, I recommend doing this if you visit Stockholm.”

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New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour - St. Louis Cathedral and the view from the street
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New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour

3.New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,289 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $65

Meet opposite Jackson Square for a one-hour, small-group carriage ride through New Orleans’ French Quarter. With no more than eight passengers, your licensed guide may include storytellers such as Matt, Lemen, Trish, or Charles. Expect historic landmarks, fires, floods, epidemics, and haunted tales, including the LaLaurie Mansion.

“We LOVED our tour guide. He told great stories and made sure we were all having fun. It was just a great way to spend an evening. The highlight of our trip for sure.”

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New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour - Walking Through the Vieux Carré
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New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour

4.New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,084 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk through New Orleans’ French Quarter with guides such as Ariadne, Stella, Arty, and Neo, hearing grim tales tied to LaLaurie Mansion, Jackson Square, Pirate’s Alley, and haunted bars. The two-hour tour costs $30, includes a guided walk, and allows time for a drink at your own expense.

“Artie was amazing. Phenomenal story telling and fun activity. A lot of history and pleasantly interesting.”

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Old Town Historical and Underground Tour - Entering the Niddry Wynd vaults
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Old Town Historical and Underground Tour

5.Old Town Historical and Underground Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,574 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town with guides such as Holly, Chihon, Emily, and Morven, then enter the Niddry Wynd vaults beneath South Bridge. Expect Scottish history, dark tales, architecture, and plenty of questions in a relaxed group of no more than six. Wear sturdy shoes for steps and uneven ground.

“Emilee was great, such an amazing storyteller with a vast amount of knowledge. She was our favorite guide so far.”

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Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour - Wright Square and Savannah’s first murder
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Genteel and Bard’s Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

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

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

Walk central Savannah for about two hours with Genteel and Bard guides such as Juliana, Jovi, Ollie, or TC. You’ll hear documented dark history, first-account letters, music, and ghost lore through a high-range headset while stopping at squares, cemeteries, and haunted landmarks. The tour stays outdoors and welcomes up to 22 people.

“Julianna was fantastic! She is an excellent storyteller, providing interesting information along with lots of wit / humour! She kept us engaged from beginning to end. Thank you for the wonderful tour!”

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The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour - Adams League Mansion connects ghosts with local history
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The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

7.The Historic Galveston Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,524 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Walk through historic Galveston after dark with guides such as Dave and Tyler, stopping at Ashton Villa, Adams League Mansion, Avenue M, and other supposedly haunted sites. Expect a lively mix of island history, paranormal tales, architecture, and photos, all on a mostly accessible 90-minute route that begins and ends at 2310 Sealy Ave.

“It was a good time. The ghost didn't come out but the tour was entertaining. I highly recommend the tour.”

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Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History. - The Minster sets the mood
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Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.

8.Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,403 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $18Best value

Start at the Guy Fawkes Inn at 6:30 pm for a 90-minute English-language walk through York’s darker past. Guides including Dan, Josh, and Mackenzie use theatrical storytelling around the Minster and lesser-seen streets, finishing near the Shambles. Expect outdoor walking, cobbles, cold weather, and stories that can unsettle younger children.

“Wonderful ghost walk around the most spooky bits of York! Bought this for our grown up kids and they really enjoyed their evening out!”

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Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour - Meeting your guide on the Royal Mile
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Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour

9.Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,290 reviews · 1h 15m · from $24

Join a character guide such as Hazel, Juniper, or Angelica for a 75-minute English walking tour from the Royal Mile to Grassmarket. Hear the human stories behind Scotland’s witch trials, pass historic closes and wynds, and connect Edinburgh’s dark past with places linked to Outlander and Harry Potter.

“Hazel was a lovely and knowledgeable guide , it was very interesting to know more about the history of the city and its witches. We just wish it would be a little longer or maybe with deeper explanations of other aspects of history maybe considering the price. But overall it was a nice experience.”

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Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour - Starting at Clark Ádám tér
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Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour

10.Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,240 reviews · 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.) · from $21

Walk from the Zero Kilometre Stone to Fisherman’s Bastion with a costumed actor-guide, hearing tales of Vlad Dracula, vampires, old Hungary, and Buda Castle’s darker past. Expect nearly two hours outdoors, many stairs, night views of the Danube, and a lively blend of history, folklore, humor, and theatrical storytelling.

“Fabian is an AMAZING storyteller and we had a blast on the tour. While some of the stories told are plenty spooky, Fabian kept it light with his humor. Laughing also helped to keep us warm in the cold, cold night.”

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The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan - The German church and the underground ending
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The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour – Gamla Stan

11.The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour – Gamla Stan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,165 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Walk through Gamla Stan for 90 minutes with an English-speaking guide such as Chris, Callum, Reese, or Cody. Expect mostly true Stockholm history, plus ghost stories, murders, plague tales, humor, sensory touches, narrow lanes, and a memorable look beneath the German church. Wear warm clothes and sturdy shoes.

“It was really exciting. The story teller made it really believable. The weather was perfect for the atmosphere. I felt like I was apart of the history and could actually visualize it all. I’m really happy I made the decision to go. Perfect night! Really cool for groups and couples. Travelled solo and still had a good time.”

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Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts! - Starting at Church Street in downtown Salem
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Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts!

12.Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,032 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $29

Start at Not Ya Mama’s Vegan Cafe in downtown Salem for a one-hour walk through the Witch Trials Memorial, Burying Point, Bewitched statue, Merchant Inn area, and Nathanial Hawthorne statue. Guides such as Allie, Chris, Misha, Jake, and Ajay mix serious history with spooky stories, local humor, and pop-culture stops.

“Chris was a great guide despite having a very large group. He provided a very detailed explanation of those involved as both Victims and offenders in the Salem Witch Trials.”

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Paris: Dark History and Ghostly Guided Walking Tour - Starting at Rue d’Arcole near Notre Dame
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Paris: Dark History and Ghostly Guided Walking Tour

13.Dark History and Ghostly Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,000 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Walk central Paris after sunset with an English-speaking guide such as Morgan, Catherine, Leo, or Dora. Hear grim tales of executions, Templars, haunted theaters, Notre Dame’s carved monsters, and a Parisian vampire. This $35 tour favors dark history over jump scares and runs rain or shine.

“The guided tour, tour and guide were excellent. Maybe we were extra lucky, as we were a very little group.”

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Rome: Ancient History and Colosseum Underground Tour - Meeting near the Colosseum
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Rome: Ancient History and Colosseum Underground Tour

14.Ancient History and Colosseum Underground Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 996 reviews · from $104

Meet your English-speaking guide near the Colosseum for skip-the-line entry, an arena-floor visit, and access to underground chambers where animals and gladiators once waited. After the guided Colosseum visit, explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace. Small-group and private options are available.

“Our guide was amazing and very knowledgeable! Also took great photos :)”

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York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour - Starting at Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate
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York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

15.Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 928 reviews · 1h 15m · from $22

Follow a costumed guide such as Cornelius, Merlot, Willow, or Nutmeg through York’s old town for 75 minutes of true witch stories, murders, hauntings, and local history. The route links Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate, the Shambles, York Minster, Stonegate, Barley Hall, and small lanes. Expect outdoor walking, theatrical storytelling, and cobblestones.

“The Magnificent Merlot was an amazing tour guide, very knowledgeable it amazed me how much he knew & remembered, very talented! He was very funny & entertaining. The tour itself was very interesting & factual, definitely great value for money, I recommend it to anyone interested in witches & York history.”

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Creepy Crawl Night-Time Haunted Pub Walking Tour of Savannah's Historic District - The pubs: local stops with drinks on your own
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