Dating back to 1670, Charleston is one of the most haunted cities in America. With a history of pirates and criminals, patriots and founding fathers, the city swarms with restless souls and unexplained phenomena. On this tour, your local guide takes you to all the spookiest spots, from haunted graveyards to execution sites and more, keying you into the spirits who walk the cobblestone streets.
This is a small-group walking tour led by a local guide to Charleston's spookiest spots, from haunted graveyards to execution sites. The walking format keeps you at street level along the cobblestones, and the small-group size suits travelers who want a closer, less crowded experience. It leans into the city's restless souls and unexplained phenomena, so expect storytelling and haunted history rather than a paranormal investigation.
Charleston dates to 1670 and is often called one of the most haunted cities in America, with a past that ran through pirates, criminals, patriots, and founding fathers. A guided walk is a natural way to take that layered history in on foot. If you would rather ride than walk, or want a specialized format, other options exist; this one is a straightforward small-group walking tour focused on the darker corners of the city.
Questions people ask
Is this a small group?
Yes. It is a small-group walking tour with a local guide, which keeps the experience closer and less crowded.
What kinds of places does it visit?
Your guide takes you to the spookiest spots, from haunted graveyards to execution sites and more, keying you into the spirits said to walk the cobblestone streets.
Is it history or a paranormal investigation?
It focuses on Charleston's haunted history and legends, drawing on the city's past of pirates, criminals, patriots, and founding fathers. Expect storytelling on foot rather than ghost-hunting equipment.
