easy
2 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels, no strenuous activity involved
Dive into Ipswich’s haunted history with a night of ghost stories and restricted site visits. Discover eerie pasts and spectral legends that bring the city’s dark history to life.
From $35 • 2 Hours • Ages 10+ • Walk through the haunted heart of Ipswich
Embark on a thrilling 2-hour ghost tour through the mysterious Gothic town of Ipswich. Explore seven haunted sites and uncover chilling real-life ghost stories, including the eerie tale of Mrs. Ginn and the Mystery of the Skulls. With special access to restricted areas, this unforgettable experience promises to intrigue and excite!
✔ 2 hours historic ghost tour with experienced guide through this haunted site ✔ Special access to restricted sites ✔ Limited tour group size ✔ Donation to Ghost Tours’ Haunted Heritage Fund
✔ NO TOILET FACILITIES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THIS SITE, please use facilities elsewhere before joining us at this site
✔ WEAR FLAT ENCLOSED SHOES - All guests must wear flat enclosed shoes. Other shoes will not be accepted.
✔ BRING A WATER BOTTLE -To keep you hydrated during the tour
✔ TOURS WILL STILL RUN IN THE RAIN - We believe the weather really adds to the atmosphere of a tour. If there is rain, please bring an umbrella and or raincoat, and enjoy the tour. Tours will only be cancelled if conditions become dangerous - we will notify you in these circumstances close to the tour time.
ALCOHOL/ ILLICIT SUBSTANCE USE The consumption of alcohol and use of illegal substances are not permitted BEFORE or DURING a tour, any client believed to be intoxicated, inebriated, or otherwise under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol will not be admitted at time of check-in.
SMOKING Smoking/ vaping is not permitted at any time during our tours. If anyone forgets this, and starts smoking, they will be asked to immediately cease. If they do not, they will be asked to leave the tour.
MOBILE / TABLET DEVICE USE Mobile and tablet devices are only to be used on tour whilst taking photographs or in an emergency. If you use your phone/ tablet for any other purpose during any of our tours, you will be asked to stop. Refusal to do so may result in you being asked to leave the tour.
Paranormal investigation / ghost hunting is strictly not permitted This includes but is not limited to: apps on mobile devices, Ouija boards, pendulums, video and still photography, psychic, medium and clairvoyant channelling of spirits.
Please always: • Respect the role/authority of the tour guides. • Respect other client’s experience. • Respect the historic sites visited.
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Tours are not suitable for children under 10 years. Parents and guardians are advised that this tour features strong content in the form of true historic information and tales delivered through storytelling. The stories may include gruesome and macabre material including murders, crimes, violence, deaths, executions, and suicide. The stories can be frightening, scary and distressing especially for young children.
Under 10's not permitted on tour. Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied/supervised by an adult.
Wear layers and stay attentive to guides for the full atmospheric experience.
A small flashlight helps illuminate dark corners when exploring restricted areas.
Follow guide instructions carefully to preserve the integrity of restricted or fragile locations.
Get familiar with the meeting point to start your ghost adventure on time and prepared.
Ipswich was established in 1827 as a settlement for convicts and has evolved into a city with a rich colonial history.
The tour encourages respect for historic sites and promotes awareness of preserving Ipswich's heritage while managing ghost stories sustainably.
Good shoes ensure comfort during the ghost tour's walking segments.
Temperatures can drop in the evening, so dress warmly.
winter specific
Useful for lighting dark areas during restricted site visits.
Capture the spooky moments or document the tour.