Charleston’s Walking Ghost Tour offers a captivating exploration of the city’s haunted past. Led by engaging guides, the one-hour experience delves into chilling tales of voodoo, murders, and poltergeists. Priced affordably at €30.75 per person, the tour is wheelchair accessible and encourages early arrival for check-in. With a strong 4.5/5 rating, this family-friendly activity provides a unique opportunity to capture photos at famously paranormal sites while immersing oneself in Charleston’s eerie history. Intrigued? The tour’s intriguing highlights may leave you wondering what other spooky secrets lie within Charleston’s historic streets.
Key Points
- Explore Charleston’s haunted history on a 1-hour guided walking tour, featuring chilling stories of fires, voodoo, murders, and poltergeists.
- Capture photos at famous paranormal sites and immerse in the city’s eerie past, suitable for families and groups as an entertaining after-dinner activity.
- Tour is wheelchair accessible, with a central meeting point at the City Gallery benches, and is conducted in English for full immersion.
- Flexible booking options include reserve-now, pay-later and free cancellation, ensuring a personalized experience tailored to guest needs.
- Strong overall rating of 4.5/5 from participants, highlighting engaging guides and an immersive blend of local history and spooky tales.
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Tour Overview
The Charleston Walking Ghost Tour is a 1-hour activity that takes visitors on a spooky journey through the city’s haunted locations.
Priced at €30.75 per person, the tour is conducted in English and is wheelchair accessible. Guests meet at the benches on the city-facing side of the City Gallery, at the intersection of Prioleau St and Cordes St, and should arrive 15 minutes early.
During the tour, you will hear chilling stories of fires, voodoo, murders, poltergeists, and Boo-Hags, and have the opportunity to capture photos at famously paranormal sites.
With an overall rating of 4.5/5 based on 2 reviews, the tour is an engaging and enjoyable experience, especially for families and groups.
Experience Highlights
On the Charleston Walking Ghost Tour, participants can visit haunted locations throughout the city and hear chilling stories of fires, voodoo, murders, poltergeists, and Boo-Hags.
The tour offers the opportunity to:
- Capture photos at famously paranormal sites
- Immerse in local history on a guided night journey
- Hear tales of the supernatural from an engaging tour guide
- Enjoy an entertaining after-dinner activity for families and groups
This 1-hour guided experience promises to provide a spine-tingling exploration of Charleston’s haunted past.
Booking Information
Customers can easily reserve their spot on the Charleston Walking Ghost Tour without immediate payment. Simply book your desired date and time online, and you won’t need to pay until the day of the tour.
The tour also offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, providing flexibility if your plans change. With this reserve-now, pay-later option, you can secure your place on the tour without hassle.
Check the website for availability and choose a start time that fits your schedule. Whether you’re exploring the city’s haunted history solo or with a group, the Charleston Walking Ghost Tour makes booking a breeze.
Accessibility and Meeting Point
The Charleston Walking Ghost Tour is wheelchair accessible, allowing visitors of all mobility levels to participate in the captivating exploration of the city’s haunted history.
The meeting point for the tour is the benches at the intersection of Prioleau St and Cordes St, on the city-facing side of the City Gallery. Participants are advised to arrive 15 minutes early to check-in.
The tour’s meeting location offers the following advantages:
- Centrally located in the heart of Charleston
- Easily identifiable landmark near the City Gallery
- Convenient for both walking and driving participants
- Suitable for those with physical disabilities
Tour Duration and Language
The Charleston Walking Ghost Tour lasts approximately 1 hour and is conducted in English.
This duration provides visitors with enough time to explore the city’s haunted locations and hear captivating stories of its dark past, including tales of fires, voodoo, murders, poltergeists, and Boo-Hags.
The tour’s English language ensures that all participants can fully enjoy the experience and understand the guide’s narration.
Whether you’re a history buff, a thrill-seeker, or simply curious about the paranormal, this 1-hour tour offers a unique and engaging way to discover Charleston’s eerie side.
Customer Feedback
According to the available reviews, participants have given the Charleston Walking Ghost Tour a strong overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Reviewers highlighted the following:
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The guide was engaging and personable, making the tour enjoyable for families and groups.
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The tour provided an immersive experience, blending local history with spooky stories.
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Capturing photos at the famously paranormal sites was a highlight for many.
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The tour was a fun after-dinner activity that left participants satisfied.
Tour Inclusions
The Charleston Walking Ghost Tour includes a guided experience led by a live tour guide. Participants can select their desired group size and preferred starting time. This allows for a personalized experience tailored to each guest’s needs. The tour also provides an opportunity to capture photos at the famously paranormal sites visited throughout the journey. The immersive experience immerses guests in the local history and ghostly tales of Charleston, South Carolina.
| Tour Inclusions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Guided experience led by a live tour guide | Opportunity to select participants | Ability to choose starting time |
| Chance to take photos at paranormal sites | Immersion in local history and ghostly tales | Personalized experience |
Explore Charleston’s Haunted History
Embarking on Charleston’s ghost tour, visitors are immersed in the city’s storied past, uncovering its darker chapters marked by fires, voodoo, and unspeakable acts.
The tour guides recount spine-chilling tales of:
- Murders and poltergeist activity at haunted locations
- Boo-Hags, mysterious shape-shifting creatures
- Voodoo rituals and their lingering influences
- Remnants of devastating fires that scarred the city
Participants have the opportunity to capture photographic evidence of the paranormal at these famously haunted sites, adding an extra thrill to the immersive historical journey through Charleston’s haunted past.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Tour Guides Licensed or Certified in Paranormal Investigation?
The tour guides are not required to be licensed or certified in paranormal investigation. The tours focus on sharing local history and ghost stories, rather than conducting professional paranormal investigations.
Can I Bring My Own Audio/Visual Recording Devices?
Participants are generally allowed to bring their own audio and visual recording devices on the tour. However, the tour operator may request that guests refrain from using flash photography or filming in certain areas to respect the experience.
Is There an Age Limit or Minimum Age Requirement for the Tour?
There’s no age limit or minimum age requirement for the tour. Children are welcome to participate, though parents should use their discretion based on the tour’s spooky nature. The tour is family-friendly and suitable for most ages.
Are There Any Restroom Facilities Available During the Tour?
The tour does not provide restroom facilities during the 1-hour experience. Guests are advised to use restrooms before the tour starts or seek out nearby public facilities as needed during the walking tour.
Can I Purchase Additional Merchandise or Souvenirs on the Tour?
The tour does not include the opportunity to purchase additional merchandise or souvenirs. Participants can enjoy the guided ghost walking experience, but there are no retail options available during the tour.
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Recap
Explore Charleston’s haunted past on this immersive ghost tour. With chilling tales, paranormal sites, and engaging guides, it offers a unique opportunity to capture the city’s eerie history. Priced at €30.75 per person, the tour is wheelchair accessible and lasts an hour. Rated 4.5/5, it’s a family-friendly activity that’ll leave you captivated by Charleston’s haunted legacy.