The 12 Ghost and Haunted History Tours in Charleston That Earn Their Price

1.Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

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

Ride through Charleston’s old walled city after dark as a certified guide shares ghost stories near the Mills House, Provost Dungeon, graveyards, churches, and former pirate waters. The covered carriage seats up to 16, uses an inclined loading ramp, and returns to 14 Anson Street after 40 minutes.

“Loved traveling with Holly and Wayne. Holly was excellent. And Wayne was alert and attentive. A lot of fun. Interesting facts”

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2.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 Charleston’s old town for 90 minutes with a licensed guide such as Simon, Jerry, Liz, or Jake. Hear local ghost stories and history, then enter the 1772 Unitarian Church Graveyard after dark. The route suits curious adults and families, but uneven paths, low light, and long periods of standing call for sturdy shoes.

“Jake was a great tour guide! Super fun and very knowledgeable on each place we went to! Definitely doing it again!”

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3.Charleston Haunted Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,569 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39Top rated

Walk Charleston after dark with a costumed pirate guide such as Vanna, Jo, Blakely, or Brandon. Hear ghost tales tied to the Powder Magazine, City Market, churches, and Four Corners of Law, with stops at local bars. The tour is limited to 14 people, lasts about 2.5 hours, and welcomes only guests age 21 and older with valid ID.

“It was a great tour. Alexa was informed and fun. We would recommend! Just a heads up, parking downtown is tight and expensive. Bring your smaller vehicle if possible.”

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4.Charleston’s Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,345 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Best value

Walk Charleston at night with Mike Brown, host of the Pleasing Terrors Podcast. Over about 90 minutes, you’ll hear stories of ghosts, duels, tragic deaths, and eerie encounters at places including Poogan’s Porch, the Charleston Library Society, Philadelphia Alley, and a historic church.

“Our guide did his research and had great stories and photos for us. It was fun to hear the history of the buildings intertwined with the ghost story.”

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5.Charleston Ghost & Graveyard Night-Time Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,100 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Join Bulldog Tours for a 90-minute night walk through Charleston’s Historic District. Your licensed guide, such as Belle, Kevin, Sarah, Jim, or Drew, shares tales of ghosts, voodoo, duels, and accidental burials before leading you into the Circular Congregational Church graveyard after hours. Expect a leisurely walk, changing routes, and a mix of history and fright.

“Randy was a wealth of knowledge and told some great historic and ghost stories. My family could not have asked for a better guide”

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6.Real Hauntings of Charleston! (Small Group Ghost Tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 724 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Walk Charleston with a licensed guide such as Brandon, Nick, or Darian as you hear true events, ghost lore, and crime stories at the Old Exchange, churchyards, Gateway Walk, Poogan’s Porch, and other eerie corners. The 90-minute tour costs $35, limits groups to 12, and uses EMF meters during part of the experience.

“We took a ghost walking tour in Charleston, SC, and it was a fun and memorable experience. Walking the historic streets at night set the perfect spooky mood, and our guide was engaging and very knowledgeable. The stories focused on real history and local legends rather than jump scares, which made it both interesting and eerie. Overall, it was a great way to see Charleston after dark and a unique mix of history and ghost stories. Highly recommend for a fun nighttime activity. 👻”

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7.Charleston Haunted Jail Night-Time Walking Tour with Admission to Old City Jail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 570 reviews · from $40

Meet at 21 Magazine Street for a 45-minute nighttime tour of Charleston’s Old City Jail. Your guide leads you through selected cells, halls, and death sites while sharing stories of pirates, criminals, and the alleged ghosts of Lavinia and John Fisher. Guides such as Sarah and Jerry are known for mixing history, humor, and spooky tales.

“Great night! Sarah was very nice and answered every question we all had. She was very fun to listen to, would definitely recommend!”

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8.Charleston Ghost & Dungeon Night-Time Walking Tour with Entry to Provost Dungeon

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 479 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Walk Charleston’s cobbled streets at night with Bulldog Tours and enter the pre-Revolutionary Provost Dungeon for about 20 minutes. Guides such as Mo, Jack, Zoe, and Kevin mix ghost tales, local history, voodoo, and Lowcountry superstition. Expect a leisurely but fairly long walk, a group of up to 20, and more history than outright scares.

“My cousins and I enjoyed this tour. Although we didn’t see any ghosts :) we loved learning about the history of Charleston that was discussed during the tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and answered the questions we had. Loved learning about the dungeon and the history behind it.”

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9.Charleston Ghosts of Liberty Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 473 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Walk Charleston with a guide such as Michael, Dawson, Scott, or Veronica and hear ghost stories tied to the city’s past. The 90-minute, English-language tour begins near Concord Street, includes the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, and suits families who want history with a gentle spooky edge.

“We took this tour with Mike and he was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and had many stories and pictures to share about the history of Charleston. He kept all ages engaged and it was a fun experience.”

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10.Haunted Carriage Evening Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 427 reviews · 40 min · from $50

Settle into a horse-drawn carriage at Old South Carriage Company for a 40-minute tour through Charleston’s historic core. Your Palmetto Guild guide, such as Holly, Noelle, or Jeff, shares stories of prisoners, pirates, rogues, cemeteries, and local hauntings while you pass the Old Exchange, City Market, and St. Michael’s Church.

“Christine and Henry were the best. Christine is so funny and kept us laughing but engaged the whole tour. Henry is the cutest horse I’ve ever seen. Christine told us some amazing stories that made me fall in love with Charleston. 10/10 recommend.”

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11.Narrated Haunted Ghost Cruise of Charleston Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 418 reviews · from $45

Board the 45-foot catamaran *The Palmetto* at Charleston Maritime Center for a 90-minute evening cruise through Charleston Harbor. Your narrator, often Lee or Chase, shares local ghost, pirate, and battle stories while Captain Mike or another captain guides the boat past waterfront sights. Expect a relaxed boat ride, not a haunted-house show.

“Chase was the best narrator and made our tour awesome. Great story teller, great personality, and made sure we were all safe throughout the night! Appreciated the accompanying photos she showed us and the many laughs! Captain Mike on the other hand…just kidding they were a great duo and made for a wonderful night of fun and entertainment my family and me. As locals sometimes we forget to stop and just enjoy our beautiful city!!”

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12.The Death and Depravity Ghost Tour in Charleston

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 371 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Walk Charleston after dark with guides such as Lance, Angela, Emery, and Veronica, hearing tales of pirates, prisoners, Revolutionary War soldiers, graveyards, and murder. The 90-minute tour is for ages 16 and older, uses English, and may feel more like dark local history than a frightening paranormal hunt. Stops can vary.

“Our tour guide was very knowledgable and interesting!! She made the tour worth the time we spent with her.”

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