10 of the Top-Rated Halloween Tours Per Viator Travelers

If old-time Chicago gangsters like Al Capone weren’t scary enough, on this tour you’ll also learn about some of their favorite haunted hangouts. Listen to your guide’s entertaining tales as you tour the Chicago Loop, the downtown area that was riddled with underground speakeasies, bootlegging operations, and underworld shenanigans in the 1920s and ‘30s.

What one reviewer said: “We have taken many of the tours of Chicago during our visits but this one was a new experience and it did not disappoint! Our guide, Jay, has obviously studied this topic extensively and was very enthusiastic in her presentation as we passed through the neighborhoods where some of the crimes of the past took place.” Cheryl_K, July 2025

You’d be forgiven for thinking that some celebrities are the scariest creatures in Los Angeles, but if you step off the Sunset Strip you might find something even spookier. During a ghost-hunting tour of LA’s Chinatown district, discover eerie streets after dark as your guide shares frightful tales about the area’s haunted history. You’ll even get to use some special paranormal tools to help you in your quest, making this a Halloween adventure tour not to be missed.

What one reviewer said: “Our tour guide was an excellent storyteller. The tour was mixed with a deep history of Chinatown and ghost hunting … I’m still creeped out.” Regina_D, April 2024

Halloween might not seem like the ideal time for a date night, but if you’re both drawn to the creepier things in life, why not combine romance with a Halloween ghost tour? San Antonio’s historic Emily Morgan Hotel, across from the walls of The Alamo, was built in the 1920s as a hospital and is often said to be the most haunted hotel in Texas. Enjoy a to-die-for 3-course meal at the 5-star hotel’s restaurant, then head out on a walking tour to San Antonio’s most haunted spots.

What one reviewer said: “We had a great time. Dinner was delicious and I was thrilled they offered a vegetarian meal. Our guide was so knowledgeable and personable. She talked to us all through dinner and then we took our walking tour. I am in a wheelchair and the route was totally accessible and our group took great care of me!! I would totally recommend this event!!” Rebecca_G, July 2024

Salem, Massachusetts embraces its infamy as the location of 17th-century witch trials, and it’s a very popular place to head for Halloween travel experiences. There are tours and guided walks to suit all interests, but if you’d rather skip the ghost stories and experience something different, take a tour with an ordained Satanic Minister. You’ll learn more about the real Satanic Temple in Salem and beyond.

What one reviewer said: “It ruled! Very legit experience, would highly recommend to folks visiting Salem that want to avoid the typical woo-woo ghost tour.” Travis_A, September 2024

Halloween isn’t just about fake blood and too much candy. Some communities follow meaningful spiritual traditions at this time of year. Learn about Catholic Creole culture in New Orleans on a death and mourning tour, only offered for a few weeks each year around Halloween. You’ll visit Gallier House, a mansion-turned-museum in the French Quarter, as it’s presented for mourning, with its mirrors covered, draped in black veils, and more.

What one reviewer said: “The tour guide was very kind and made sure to answer any questions that we had. I really enjoyed the tour!” Lindsay_B, November 2023

Although Dracula wasn’t a real-life historical figure (thank goodness), Bran Castle in Romania’s Transylvania region is known as Dracula’s Castle because it was most likely the castle that Irish writer Bram Stoker wrote about in his 1897 novel, Dracula. The castle puts on annual Halloween events (a top global Halloween event), or you can take a tour from the nearby city of Brasov that includes other must-visit Transylvanian attractions, Rasnov Fortress and Peles Castle. If you’re looking for the best spooky tours worldwide, don’t skip this southeastern European country.

What one reviewer said: “Great experience at Bran Castle. Cut through the fake Dracula stuff and focused on the real story of Bran Castle.” Glyn_J, August 2024

There’s something especially chilling about true crime stories, and they don’t get much more true, nor as criminal, as London’s Jack the Ripper. The notorious serial killer murdered several women in 1888—but was never identified or captured. Be transported back to Victorian London as you tour Whitechapel and other central-city neighborhoods associated with Jack the Ripper, and learn more about London’s history as you go. It's with good reason that Jack the Ripper tours are some of the most popular haunted tours around the world.

What one reviewer said: “Ivan offered a VERY informative and engaging tour! His knowledge of the events and his focus on humanizing the Ripper's victims was a refreshing and uncommon perspective on a very well known series of historical events. Well worth the money and the two hours spent!” Celeste_C, July 2025

When looking for international Halloween tours, you might need to think outside the box because it isn’t celebrated everywhere. However, in the Czech Republic it feels like Halloween year-round in UNESCO–listed Kutná Hora. Take a day trip from Prague to check out the creepy Sedlec Ossuary, a small Gothic church decorated with thousands of human bones. Many people wanted to be buried here because of its holy connections, and once there was no more space for the bones they were turned into chandeliers, a coat of arms, and more.

What one reviewer said: “One of the best trips we have ever taken! Michael is such a pleasant guide and so knowledgeable about the area. He had so many interesting stories of the background of the sights, paintings, and Czech culture.” Patty_R, August 2024

Paris might be better known as a city of love and light, but it has its fair share of dark corners, too, making it a great Halloween travel destination. See another side of the Île de la Cité and the surrounding central-city areas—where Notre Dame Cathedral and Sainte Chapelle are located—as you listen to stories about a bloody barber, legendary immortals, and maybe even a famous hunchback.

What one reviewer said: “The tour guide was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. I would recommend this tour company for all your tour needs.” Arthur_L, September 2023

Tokyo may be one of the safest cities in the world, but a scary ghost tour of one of its oldest neighborhoods will have you nervously looking over your shoulder. Asakusa’s Shitamachi district contains ancient temples believed to be haunted by angry spirits, as well as a red-light district associated with paranormal activity. Discover layers of gruesome history hidden in plain sight beside the neon lights and skyscrapers of Japan’s capital.

What one reviewer said: “Joris was a great part of our trip to Tokyo! He was very knowledgeable about the city and its history with many stories that we found fascinating, disturbing, and enlightening in equal turns. We had a wonderful time talking with him and seeing more of the city.” McKaela_C, June 2024