Top New York Ghost Tours

Discover a different and darker side to New York City on this Greenwich Village small-group haunted walking tour. Follow your guide and small group from Washington Square Park through Greenwich Village, where you’ll see more than a dozen haunted site, while hearing spooky stories and learning about New York history.

Greenwich Village is one of New York City’s most beautiful and most haunted neighborhoods, but just strolling through alone you’d miss out on all the spooky historical facts. This Greenwich Village ghost tour is led by a guide who tells chilling stories of celebrity ghosts, lost children, phantoms, and more as you stroll through Washington Square Park, the New York University campus, and more.

Take a walk through the dark side of NYC history on a ghost tour through Greenwich Village, one of New York’s oldest neighborhoods. Join a group of fellow travelers to enjoy your guide's rarely-heard stories, stroll through the village, and visit haunted locations that often go unnoticed by visitors and locals alike. Highlights include stops at Washington Square Park, Hangman's Elm, and the Emma Lazarus House.

This is a self-guided ghost tour of Niagara Falls, designed for travelers who want the freedom to explore at their own pace while experiencing the city’s haunted history. Instead of rushing with a crowd, you’ll use your own phone to unlock chilling stories tied to the landmarks you already planned to visit. It’s flexible, affordable, and available anytime—perfect for visitors who want both sightseeing and a ghostly adventure in one. Stays active for 7 days from first activation. No app download required!

Uncover many of New York City’s haunted and historic sites on this walking tour of Manhattan. You’ll pass by buildings and areas that have long been rumored to be haunted, like Washington Square Park, the Emma Lazarus House, the Jefferson Market Library, and more. Combine real history with a bit of storytelling in this compelling tour.

Learn about the spooky side of New York City’s history with a guide to take you through Manhattan. Hear macabre, well-researched stories about hauntings and violence, from the ghosts that allegedly haunt City Hall to the old gangs of New York that used to battle each other in The Five Points neighborhood. Enjoy a good scare whether you’re a tourist or you’ve lived in New York for years.

Discover the dark side of Oswego on this after-hours guided tour of Oswego. Hear spooky stories from the city’s recent and past history as you walk to sites like the railroad tunnel near the Oswego River as well as various haunted homes, structures and other areas where apparitions and ghosts are rumored to have appeared.

Step into NYC's hidden underworld on this Mobsters, Ghosts & Crime Walking Tour, where true crime, gangster history, & haunted legends collide. Explore the city’s most infamous neighborhoods, including Chinatown’s Blood Alley, once the deadly turf of rival tongs, & 5 Points, notorious for violent gangs & historic crime. Discover the rise of the Mafia in Little Italy, passing former mob social clubs, restaurants, & streets tied to real executions & power struggles involving legendary figures like Lucky Luciano & John Gotti. In the West Village & Greenwich Village, haunted brownstones & historic crime scenes reveal chilling stories of restless spirits & tragic events. The tour concludes near Washington Square Park, built over a former burial ground where unexplained sightings & eerie encounters have been reported for generations. Led by knowledgeable guides, this experience includes regular stops, engaging storytelling & authentic locations bringing New York’s dark past vividly to life.

Step off the tourist trail and experience New York City’s dark side on this spine-chilling group walking tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll uncover haunted landmarks, old mafia haunts, and eerie alleyways, all while hearing true crime stories and ghostly legends that reveal the city’s sinister past. Plus, make friends with like-minded travelers along the way and learn insider facts you’d miss touring alone.

Take a two-hour guided walking tour through some of NYC's most famous neighborhoods and discover their stories of gangsters and ghosts from the city’s past. The Five Points, Chinatown, Little Italy, and Greenwich Village were known as the vice districts during the 1920s and 30s. See the places where gangsters such as John Gotti and Lucky Luciano used to party, make deals, and carry out threats. Visit haunted locations and old crime scenes on a tour led by historians. Spooky tales of the ghosts and gangsters of NYC's streets will be shared along the way. Stop at The Five Points, known for hosting New York's most infamous gangs, Chinatown's "Blood Alley," haunted houses of the West Village, and the many restaurants where mafia murders occurred in Little Italy. The tour is family friendly with frequent stops.

Cross over to the dark side of New York City with this private self-guided audio tour that leads you to some of Greenwich Village's spookiest sites. Using the tour's smartphone app, explore at your own pace and visit haunted buildings, including F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway's haunts, while listening to ghost stories involving Mark Twain, Thomas Paine, and more.

Discover the eerie past of New York City on this self-guided audio adventure to Welfare Island. Begin your journey with a scenic tram ride over the East River, where you'll glide above the city before landing in a place steeped in history. Stroll along the promenade, explore the ruins of the Renwick Smallpox Hospital, and learn about Nellie Bly's courageous exposé of the asylum. Encounter "The Girl Puzzle," a poignant tribute to the women affected by the island's dark history, and visit the powerful FDR Memorial at the island's tip. This tour is perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike. - Scenic tram ride offers aerial views of NYC for a subway fare - Explore the chilling ruins of the Renwick Smallpox Hospital - Learn about Nellie Bly and her commitment to the asylum - Visit the FDR Memorial, a striking monument at the island's edge

Discover the dark side of New York City on a private walking tour through its haunted streets at night. Explore the dark history of the West Village and Greenwich Village, from the Hangman’s Tree to the home where Edgar Allan Poe wrote some of his most chilling works.

Sip on spirits as you learn about New York City’s resident spirits in this haunted pub crawl. The city has no shortage of eerie ghost stories to tell, and this tour will take you to some of Greenwich Village's most eerie spots. Drink at establishments where patrons have long had paranormal encounters as you learn about New York’s history.

Whether you think you know the East Village or are a first-time visitor, you’re sure to learn hair-raising facts about the iconic Manhattan neighborhood on this small-group ghost tour. From the spirits lurking in a historic Ale House to a bonafide haunted mansion and a ghost subway train, the itinerary covers 13 spooky stops. Tours are led by a seen-it-all New Yorker bartender with plenty of stories to share.

Step into the darker side of Niagara Falls on this thrilling Ghost, Mobsters, and Crime Walking Tour, beginning at the historic Red Coach Inn. As evening falls, your guide will lead you through streets filled with hidden history, sharing stories of ruthless mobsters, infamous crimes, and restless spirits said to linger long after their tragic endings. Niagara Falls is famous for its natural beauty, but beneath the mist lies a past filled with gangsters, Prohibition smuggling, mysterious deaths, and chilling hauntings. Hear tales of mob activity along the border, shocking crimes that once gripped the region, and ghostly sightings reported by locals and visitors alike. Along the way, you’ll visit historic locations tied to these dark stories while learning about the people and events that shaped Niagara’s shadowy past. Blending history, true crime, and the paranormal, this walking tour offers a fascinating and eerie look at Niagara after dark.

Discover the dark side of Manhattan's Greenwich Village on this 2-hour private evening walking tour. Follow your private guide and visit some of the neighborhood's spookiest locations, such as the Brown Building at New York University and Washington Square Park. Along the way, listen to stories of celebrity spirits, local phantoms, and more.

Step into the shadows of New York City on this Haunted Ghost and Mafia Tour! Begin in Battery Park, exploring Castle Clinton’s historic fort before boarding the ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Hear chilling ghost stories from Ellis Island’s abandoned hospital, morgue, and psych wards. Discover true-life tales of immigrants who later became notorious mafia figures, gangsters, and mobsters who shaped NYC’s underworld. Explore Fort Wood beneath Lady Liberty and uncover legends of buried pirate treasure, mysterious skulls, and demonic sightings. Learn about early 20th-century mafia families, organized crime, harbor defenses, and immigrant hardships as you wander historic halls and eerie corridors. Perfect for history buffs, ghost enthusiasts, true-crime fans, and anyone fascinated by New York’s hidden past, this immersive tour blends spine-tingling legends, mobster lore, dramatic storytelling, and stunning harbor views for an unforgettable experience.

Skip the stress of a taxi or shared shuttle when traveling from Manhattan to one of New York City’s three airports with this private departure service. A professional driver picks you up at your Manhattan hotel or private residence and takes you directly to JFK International Airport, Newark International Airport, or LaGuardia Airport. Travel in a comfortable SUV, sedan, or minivan for a relaxed ride out of town.

Wall Street’s eight blocks are full of stories of the past and present, but most walking tours don’t offer an exclusive look into the area’s history with someone who worked on Wall Street. This tour is led by Wall Street insiders, and takes you to see top attractions such as the New York Stock Exchange and Goldman Sachs, while giving you the scoop about the lifestyle of a Wall Street trader.

Learn more about the events of September 11, 2001, on this guided tour of Ground Zero, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, and the One World Observatory. Get a deeper understanding of the events of that day from your local guide, who shares first-hand stories. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the 9/11 Museum and Memorial, and admire panoramic New York City views from the observatory.

Discover eerie tales of haunted houses, spooky graveyards, and supernatural encounters on this ghost-themed walking tour of Greenwich Village. With a guide who’s done the deep research for you, enjoy the thrill of exploring sites believed to be haunted—such as old bars and a park built over unmarked graves, all with entertaining commentary throughout.

Embark on a tour of New York that blends history and chilling tales. From the haunted homes of literary legends to the hidden tomb of yellow fever victims, discover New York from a different (and spookier) perspective than that of the typical tour. Whether you're visiting for the first time or have lived in the city for years, you'll likely learn something new.