Top New York Ghost Tours

This is a low-tech, low-data audio tour that does not track or trace users. The tour runs in any smartphone browser, no cut-rate app required! Includes a bonus audiobook of Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" !!! (7-day access) Step into the haunting world of Sleepy Hollow with this immersive self-guided audio ghost tour, blending verified history, chilling local legends, and the eerie atmosphere that inspired Washington Irving’s timeless tale. Using your smartphone, GPS-linked Google Maps, and professionally narrated audio, you’ll explore at your own pace, day or night — no groups, no schedules, no rush.

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.

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.

Stories of murder and mayhem spice up our ghost tours.  This lantern-led, 2-hour long, all-outdoor walk has 19 stories.  Historical photographs bring the people and places to life.  Our stories don't skim the surface. We delve into the history behind the events and through deep research correct some of the mistakes told in the past.  At tours end you receive a list of our sources for your own sleuthing.  We leave the cheese and costumes to the other tours and suggest you leave your little ones with a sitter as the subject matter may be too graphic for those under the age of 10.

Step back in time and embark on an enthralling journey through the dark and mysterious underbelly of New York City with our Ghosts and Gangsters Tour in a meticulously restored vintage car. As the engine purrs to life, you'll traverse the city's hidden alleyways and forgotten corners, guided by tales of prohibition-era mobsters and the restless spirits they left behind. Roaring '20s jazz melodies will serenade you, setting the mood for stories of speakeasies, secret tunnels, and infamous hauntings. This immersive experience is a thrilling fusion of history, intrigue, and the supernatural, providing a front-row seat to the city's enigmatic past. Whether you're a history buff or a seeker of the supernatural, our tour promises an unforgettable evening where the echoes of the past come to life amidst the city's glittering skyline.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 the shadows of South Street Seaport and the Financial District on a dark history walking tour through the streets where New York was born. Explore the city’s gritty waterfront roots, public executions, pirate legends, gang violence, and Wall Street scandals that shaped America’s first capital. From cobblestone docks to towering banks, uncover the crimes, chaos, and corruption most visitors never hear about, all led by a local guide who brings Lower Manhattan’s darkest stories to life. - Hear the shocking and forgotten stories of revolutionary America and the first capital - Compete for fun prizes as your guide leads the way with interactive quizzes - Walk the city’s oldest streets and historic waterfront - Explore key historical landmarks in Lower Manhattan, including the Financial District

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.

The West Village is one of New York City's quirkiest and most bohemian neighborhoods, and with this unique tour you can discover its ghostly secrets. A local poet leads you along an itinerary of paranormal locales, from a former speakeasy to writerly haunts known for sightings of Edgar Allan Poe and Dylan Walsh, to explore the neighborhood's history and lore through a spooky lens.

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. Get skip-the-line access to the 9/11 Museum and Memorial, and admire panoramic New York City views from the observatory.

Go deeper than your average sightseeing trip and see Greenwich Village in a new light after taking this historical walking tour. Focused on the 1620s to the 1960s, this tour will leave you feeling inspired after hearing the stories of immigrants, political leaders, human rights activists, and more. Discover aspects of the neighborhood that many others overlook.