easy
2 hours
Moderate walking required; suitable for most fitness levels
Join a lantern-lit ghost tour through Brisbane’s historic South Brisbane Cemetery. Discover haunting tales and enjoy a spooky outdoor adventure that’s perfect for thrill-seekers.
From $55 • 2 Hours • Ages 10+ • Visit one of Australia's most haunted sites
Embark on a chilling 2-hour ghost tour through Brisbane's creepiest cemetery, guided by lantern light. Discover haunting tales of the Woman in Black and the ghosts of Boggo Road Jail. With a small group and a complimentary book, this eerie experience promises unforgettable stories and spine-tingling thrills.
Be led by lantern on this 2 hour guided ghost tour through the graveyard to the “Devil’s Plot”; hear the stories of the ghosts of Boggo Road Jail and the mysterious Woman in Black – maybe she appear on the tour?; gravediggers tales and sextons stories. Tour includes book The Ghosts of SOUTH BRISBANE CEMETERY by Jack Sim.
✔ Book The Ghosts of South Brisbane CEMETERY by Jack Sim / Ghost Tours Australia souvenir magnet (included book title may vary - valued at $30) ✔ Guided historic ghost tour / storytelling experience ✔ Lantern use during tour (one per booking) ✔Restricted tour group size ✔Donation to Heritage Fund ✔Tours are proudly operated under licence with Brisbane City Council Cemeteries.
✔ BRING YOUR OWN TORCH - A torch is required for the tour. Each guest must bring 1 torch per person (Phone apps are suitable)
✔ 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.
PLEASE NOTE: Ticket price changes for tours from (& including) 1st March 2025
Bring layers and a warm jacket since nighttime temperatures can drop quickly.
Comfortable footwear is important for walking along uneven cemetery paths.
A flashlight can help navigate the dark and enhance your spooky experience.
Stay on marked paths and be considerate of the historical significance of the area.
The cemetery has been a part of Brisbane since the 1800s and has witnessed countless stories of the city’s past residents, many of whom are said to still linger nearby.
This tour promotes respect for the site’s historic integrity and encourages minimal disturbance to the grounds.
Layered clothing keeps you comfortable during the outdoor ghost walk at night.
winter specific
Sturdy footwear is needed for walking on cemetery pathways.
Helps illuminate dark areas and adds to the spooky atmosphere.
Capture eerie photos of the historic site and spooky surroundings.