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Ghost Tour & Haunted History Walk in Charleston - Charleston

Ghost Tour & Haunted History Walk in Charleston

Charlestoneasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

1.5 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for all fitness levels as the tour is a moderate walking pace over paved and cobbled streets.

Overview

Walk Charleston’s historic streets by night on a 90-minute ghost tour. Uncover eerie tales and visit haunted sites like the Unitarian Church Graveyard.

Ghost Tour
Charleston, South Carolina

The Ghosts of Charleston Tour

90 Minutes • Nightly Tours with exclusive access to the Unitarian Graveyard! • All ages

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Adventure Photos

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About This Adventure

Experience the haunting allure of Charleston on The Ghosts of Charleston tour. Explore the enchanting Unitarian Church Graveyard, hear captivating tales of supernatural encounters, and delve into the city's rich history. With a legacy of media acclaim and real-time hauntings, this 90-minute adventure promises an unforgettable night of ghostly intrigue.

#Come walk with us on The Ghosts of Charleston tour. THE BEST TOURS LEAVE FROM THE BOOKSTORE!

Ages 4 & under are free

90 Minutes

##About The highlight of The Ghosts of Charleston Tour is entering the lush, spellbinding Unitarian Church Graveyard built in 1772. Real time hauntings occur only a handful of times a year. However, since 1996, when we started what is now Charleston's oldest ghost tour, spirits in the Unitarian Church Graveyard have reached out to many people on our tour in visual, tactile and auditory ways.

During our 90 minute walking ghost tour, our tour guides recount hauntings and supernatural events from the best-selling book The Ghosts of Charleston.

No other tour company in Charleston has attracted more media attention than Tour Charleston LLC/The Ghosts of Charleston since 1996, the year we started our business. Among the national media publications who have written articles and recommended us are The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Southern Living, National Geographic Traveler, Travel and Leisure, In Style and hundreds of newspapers across the USA, the UK and Australia.

Since 1999, five different Hollywood film companies have produced numerous big budget television shows in which our tour guides narrated stories from The Ghosts of Charleston with actors and special effects that made them come alive. The History Channel and HGTV created the most popular ones and still broadcast them nationally and internationally; these shows put Charleston supernatural activity on the map.

BUXTON BOOKS is located at 160 King Street -- five doors north of the corner of King and Queen. There is no experience like walking enchanted Charleston at night, listening to our singular supernatural stories woven with history of the story behind the story, and encountering what you will see and hear in the Unitarian Church Graveyard. Come walk with us!

Adventure Tips

Bring a flashlight

Nighttime tours require a small flashlight to navigate uneven terrain safely.

Wear comfortable shoes

The tour involves walking on cobblestone streets and uneven sidewalks, so sturdy footwear is recommended.

Dress for cool evening weather

Charleston evenings near the coast can be chilly; layered clothing is best.

Stay alert to your surroundings

Watch your step and be mindful of traffic on narrow streets during the walking tour.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Urban owls
  • Night-active bats

History

Charleston’s historical role as a colonial port city set the stage for many Civil War-related hauntings.

Conservation

Tours emphasize respect for historic sites and caution visitors to help preserve Charleston’s fragile landmarks and environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Necessary for navigating historic, uneven surfaces safely.

Small flashlight or headlamp

Essential

Helpful for visibility in dark areas during the night tour.

Light jacket or sweater

Essential

Keeps you warm during cool evening temperatures.

fall specific

Water bottle

Stay hydrated, especially during warmer months.

summer specific