Top England Ghost Tours - page 2

Learn about London’s most gruesome tales, eras, and legends during this small-group walking tour. Cover a thousand years in just a couple of hours, from medieval-era plagues and execution techniques to Dickensian slums and an 18th-century ghost. Sights visited include London’s oldest surviving parish church, a thousand-year-old meat market, and a 14th-century monastery and plague pit.

Unlike other Jack the Ripper experiences, this tour comes with Ripper-Vision: a hand-held projector that transports you back to Victorian London, when Jack the Ripper prowled the streets. Explore east London on foot and learn about the still-unidentified serial killer’s reign of terror, with accompanying videos and images via Ripper-Vision to enhance your experience. See the sights while having fun and learning some history.

Learn all about the darker side of London’s history and experience its spirited pub culture at the same time on this small-group walking tour around some (allegedly) haunted pubs. Tour with a qualified historian who’s called this area home since they were a kid, and listen as they share stories all about everything from murders to the Black Death. Visit locations you're unlikely to discover if exploring solo, and hear chilling tales that only the locals know about.

Go for a lantern-lit ghost tour in Liverpool’s St. James Cemetery, and discover the dark secrets that lurk in the shadows. You’ll listen to local tales of vampires and ghouls, brought to life by guides trained in theater and street performance, to discover how the graveyard has earned its reputation as one of the most haunted in the world.

Discover the haunted side of London on a virtual ghost tour that reveals haunted houses, cemeteries, and harrowing historic tales. A great way to learn more about London without leaving the security of your own home, this tour includes an array of interesting details from your guide. Plus, interactive quizzes keep you engaged and ensure you don’t get bored. All tour times are in the British Summer Time timezone.

Learn more about London’s history on this fascinating Jack the Ripper-themed walking tour of the East End. As well as the notorious serial killer, learn about his women victims, who have largely been overlooked by history. You’ll visit former crime scenes and historic landmarks as your guide tells you fascinating stories about Victorian London. Get a close-up look at this part of the city by exploring on foot.

Discover Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament on this 2-for-1 small-group tour of London's iconic landmarks. With your guide, explore Britain's royal and political history—amid stunning Gothic architecture. Choose to enter one monument while viewing the other from outside, or upgrade to experience both magnificent interiors. Perfect for history enthusiasts with limited time.

Delve deeper into the infamous history of Jack the Ripper during a walking tour of East London. Start by looking around the Jack the Ripper Museum, which sets the scene. Then, embark on a walking tour of Whitechapel, where most of the murders took place. A small group ensures personalized attention from your guide, and an evening departure heightens the creepy atmosphere.

As a city that’s been standing for almost two millennia, London has a long history filled with dark goings-on. On this guided walking tour, set off with fellow curious travellers to discover some of the city’s most haunted spots, learning about the spectres circling Smithfield Market, the vengeful spirits lingering in the Old Bailey, and much more.

Rather than just hearing about the heinous crimes of Jack the Ripper, try to solve the mystery of the serial killer’s identity on an interactive murder mystery tour in East London. With your Ripperologist guide, you’ll travel back to the foggy streets of Victorian London and visit sights in Whitechapel pertinent to the crime scenes, and visit off-the-beaten-path places that most travelers miss.

Stratford-upon-Avon, famously known as the birthplace of William Shakespeare, is a town with more than 800 years of history. In this entertaining tour, hear tales about Shakespeare and life in the town, alongside stories of plague, murder, ghosts, and witches. You’ll learn the history of Stratford-upon-Avon and its residents and see the town’s main attractions in a tour that goes beyond Shakespeare.

Immerse yourself in the storied past of this historic city with a guide who’s passionate about sharing their knowledge. Spend a fascinating 1.5 hours walking the cobbled streets of Durham, from Market Place to UNESCO World Heritage Site Palace Green—all while you learn about the city’s past and present.

Walk in the footsteps of London’s most infamous serial killer on a coach-and-walking tour of London. See the sinister side of the city as you creep down gas-lit alleys and secluded streets to discover London’s gory history; travel by coach between destinations and listen to terrifying tales told by an entertaining expert guide. Plus, enjoy authentic fish and chips at a traditional London 'chippy'.

Discover a darker side of London on this immersive and interactive guided walking tour of the South Bank. Walk the city streets at night with your local guide and hear little-told stories of London’s grisly past. Then settle down in Southwark’s George Inn and watch a recreation of a true story of murder and revenge, told in the very room in which it happened.

Journey deep into Chester’s dark history on this self-guided walking tour. Rather than follow a timetabled group tour, set out when you want at your preferred pace to experience the city’s creepy locations: uncovering stories and other secrets you may not hear on your own. Visit sites reputedly still guarded by long-ago Roman soldiers, hear about phantom-roamed pubs, wander murky graveyards, and linger as you wish at each stop to absorb the atmosphere. Ideal for ghost-hunters and history buffs.

Swap the hustle and bustle of central London for a day exploring the magnificent Hampton Court Palace complex. By exploring the palace with a guide—ensure that you don’t miss any important highlights, such as the beautiful gardens, the Haunted Gallery, and an ancient grapevine. Your guide entertains you and enhances your experience with stories about Henry VIII and William III, palace etiquette, and the palace hauntings too.

Experience a Jack the Ripper tour with a difference during a small-group, crime-solving experience that takes place on the historic streets of Whitechapel. This tour, which is not for the faint of heart, follows the chronological route of the grisly Jack the Ripper murders. Unlike many other tours, it also includes a true-crime element that invites participants to solve the gruesome mystery of the serial killer.

This guided ghost tour is based on real research and genuine case files, not theatrics. Explore Amersham, one of England’s most historic haunted towns, while hearing authentic stories rooted in centuries of dark history. Visit St. Mary's Church, where the last woman executed in the UK is buried, and Whielden Street, known for spooky happenings. It's an off-the-beaten-path alternative to standard sightseeing tours and perfect for travelers looking for something different.

Delve into the eerie history of York with the Witch Walk, a 90-minute guided tour led by the enigmatic Ragnell Hagathorn. This engaging adventure weaves together haunting tales of witches, ghosts, and other supernatural elements, perfect for both thrill-seekers and families. As you stroll through the historic streets, expect a blend of folklore, humor, and theatrical storytelling that brings the dark past of York to life. Suitable for ages 8 and up, this family-friendly tour ensures a captivating experience for all. The walk operates rain or shine, so dress for the weather and prepare for a memorable evening. - Guided walking tour lasting approximately 90 minutes - Family-friendly and suitable for ages 8 and above - Experience ghost stories alongside folklore and theatrical elements - Begins at St. Helen’s Square, York at 7:30 PM

See Greenwich in a different light as you embark on a spooky walking tour to meet its ghosts and ghouls. From vikings to mysterious shipwrecks, learn about the dark side to Greenwich’s attractions like the Old Royal Naval College and the Cutty Sark merchant vessel with immersive storytelling from your guide.

York’s dark history isn’t always obvious as you wander its streets alone. This guided ghost walk reveals the city’s spookier side as you explore cobbled lanes and historic landmarks after dark. Follow your guide through some of York’s most atmospheric locations—including The Shambles, the Golden Fleece pub, Mad Alice Lane, and Clifford’s Tower—while hearing stories of mysteries, tragedies, and reported hauntings. Along the way, uncover the hidden legends behind the city’s top sights, turning a simple stroll into an entertaining and eerie introduction to York’s past.

Explore the dark side of London’s East End on this evening walking tour, ideal for travelers who want an entertaining, and potentially frightening, alternative to typical city tours Follow in the footsteps of historic serial killers such as Jack the Ripper and listen to stories of grave-robbing, witchcraft, murders, and executions. This tour is led by writer Declan McHugh, author of “Bloody London.”

Explore London’s top sights with flexibility aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Get off only for the stops you're interested in and choose the ticket duration that works best for you from a 24- or 48-hour option. Learn more about what you're seeing with recorded commentary on Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the British Museum, and more.

Designed for travelers with a historical interest in the supernatural, this private 2-hour ghost tour of York — one of the most haunted cities in the world — allows you to customize your itinerary to suit you. Choose to visit sites with countless reports of ghost sightings, including York Minster, and The Shambles, and listen to frightening tales rooted in York’s 2,000-year-old history. The start time and location of your tour is up to you.