Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour
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Charleston, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Join Charleston native and host of the popular Pleasing Terrors Podcast, Mike Brown, on this 90-minute Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour. Join Mike as he combines suspenseful storytelling with unparalleled knowledge of the hidden and often frightening stories lurking in Charleston's past and present.
- 1.5-Hour Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour of Charleston, South Carolina
- Hear tales about Charleston's ghost encounters, history, and folklore
- Tours lead by host of the Pleasing Terrors Podcast, featured on television and radio shows including the BBC, HGTV, Voice of America Radio and Destination America's Ghost Asylum
What's Included
- 90-Minute Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour of Charleston
- Tours led by Mike Brown, a Charleston native who has been giving ghost tours for 30 years.
- Learn about Charleston's most fascinating and terrifying ghost encounters, history and folklore
- Hear suspenseful storytelling with knowledge of the hidden stories lurking in Charleston's past
- Complimentary Bottled Water included during summer months
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 80 Broad St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
The tour starts in Washington Square Park which is located behind City Hall at 80 Broad Street. We meet in the park next to the statue of George Washington.
End point
- St. Philip's Church142 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Itinerary
1
Poogan's Porch
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Charleston Library Society
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Philadelphia Alley
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Michael's Church (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 1,377 reviews
Haley_R, May 2026
This is my second time taking this tour. (First time was with coworkers a few years ago. This time, in 2026, I brought my partner!) Mike Brown is a fantastic storyteller, and we had an excellent time.
Hirangi_P, May 2026
Mike Brown is a well-regarded podcaster and researcher who is fantastic for exactly this kind of thing. He does a great tour, describing the history in such a lively way that it feels immediate and alive. You also get some really interesting nuggets of info that he's dug up himself. Strong recommendation from a couple who does multiple ghost tours when we travel and love the history embedded everywhere.
Tabitha_B, May 2026
Mike did a good job with the tour. He seemed very genuine and passionate about what he was talking about. I was very intrigued with the history and all of the stories he shared. It was definitely worth the money spent.
terri_v, May 2026
Our guide talked too much about his own podcast and showed pictures on an iPad too much. Stood in one location too long. Would have liked to walk to buildings/homes more and heard more ghost stories related to what we were looking at. The guide’s stories rambled on and were very boring. Would not recommend.
Response from Host, May 2026
I am sorry that you didn't enjoy the tour. Sometimes despite my best efforts that can't be helped. I only mention the podcast twice over the course of the 90 minute tour when it is relevant to the story that I am telling. The tablet is used to show ghost photos. I tell 9-10 stories on the tour and every one is presented at the location where the story happened. You left the tour early which is why you didn't visit more places and hear more ghost stories. Other reviews posted here show a very different reaction to the tour.
Hope_D, May 2026
Mike was very informed on local history as well as ghost stories. We would definitely recommend this tour to someone else visiting.
Tara_L, May 2026
Mike was a treasure to hear stories from. He definately enjoys the craft and was so informative on the subjects and stories l.
Maureen_F, May 2026
The tour was a highlight of our time in Charleston! Mike was incredibly knowledgeable, and his delivery made the tour so memorable. The tour covered many parts of downtown, and he used "cliffhangers" to keep us engaged as we moved from stop to stop. Would recommend this tour to anyone looking for an interesting way to learn more about the city!
Samantha_S, Apr 2026
Mike was very knowledgeable about everything spooky in Charleston! I loved all the stories and he encouraged any and all questions. 10/10
Matt_C, Apr 2026
Guide very knowledgeable makes it exciting. Ver lively and guide patient with all questions makes you want more
Kelly_P, Apr 2026
Fast walking tour but tour guide Mike was great! Lots of spooky stories. Mike was very animated and seemed knowledgeable about his facts. Fun night!
Maria_L, Apr 2026
Great fun. The tour guide has done a lot of research and told wonderful stories. The night was beautiful and all ages enjoyed it.
Ronald_C, Mar 2026
Had a great time on the tour…guide was very knowledgeable of all aspects of the towns history and folklore. You can tell he takes pride in his work. His telling of the history truly added to the experience, we will be back for another round.
mlrice710, Mar 2026
Fun, entertaining and a blast for history buffs. If you love history, you'll love this. Tour guide was exceptional.
Stuart_T, Mar 2026
We live in Charleston when friends come to visit they all want to do walking ghost tours. I dreaded going because they all seemed to be the same canned talking points. This one was a pleasant surprise guide was a life long Charleston area native and very passionate about the history of this city we love. He has done deep dive research and was engaging with a great sense of humor. He has been doing tours and research for over 30 years. Has a series of pod cast that I look forward to listening to on my daily walks.
Emily_H, Mar 2026
It was a super spooky tour without being hokey. The tour guide was a fantastic storyteller, and there was so much history intertwined with the ghost tales. Best ghost tour I’ve been on!
Joseph_S, Mar 2026
Guide is an excellent story teller, I have been on many ghost tours and the tour experience is completely dependent on the guide. This one is among, if not the best, storyteller I have encountered. He’s also sneaky funny with a dry sense of humor!
Elizabeth_C, Mar 2026
Mike was awesome! He was very captivating when story-telling, and he has done so much of his on research on this type of stuff. I doubt you can get the same depth of information on other tours. We had a great time
Jamie_M, Mar 2026
Very enthusiastic guide. Kept our group engaged. Nice mix of history of the area with the ghost stories.
Gloria_H, Mar 2026
Not only was the tour excellent but the guide was exceptional! Mike is SO knowledgeable about Charleston and its history but he also adds the extra bit of insight with his fabulous stories! He has definitely done his research and took a regular tour and personalized it and made it fun! I would DEFINITELY recommend!!!!
Kate_B, Mar 2026
Wonderful guide! Very knowledgeable, personable, and engaging. It was very informative but also very fun. It was a great way to learn more about the city and its interesting and sometimes “spooky” history!
Hollie_D, Feb 2026
Great tour! Guide super knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the tour. We would come back again and recommend to our friends
Amy_S, Feb 2026
Excellent tour guide! Very knowledgeable of the city And history of Charleston. Would definitely recommend
Sarah_U, Feb 2026
It was an amazing story, he spoke very well and knew his history! Had some good one liners in there as well and kept the tour interesting and on the edge of your seat!
Daniela_D, Jan 2026
Great spooky story teller. Very experienced with the paranormal. Excellent first person accounts of various incidents. Full of history.
Brooke_H, Jan 2026
Great tour guide! Very informative and a wonderful story teller! We did this on mother/daughter trip and had a blast!
Lillie_S, Jan 2026
Our tour guide was very informative. The stories were fun and very interesting! He answered any questions the group had, which was nice.
Elaine_C, Dec 2025
I would recommend you to do a ghost tour at the beginning of your trip cuz our amazing guide Mike not only the best guide and story teller he also gives great recommendation on restaurants and places. wonderful experiences!!!!
McKayla_D, Dec 2025
Had a great time tonight with Mike on the ghost tour! I thought he was super engaging and I’m excited to listen to some of his podcasts on our flight home! A trip highlight for sure.
Chris_L, Dec 2025
Mike was a great guide with incredibly engaging stories from the past. Would highly recommend his tour!
Ann_S, Dec 2025
Mike Brown was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. The tour route was doable for all abilities. Fun to hear stories about some of the buildings we had seen while exploring Charleston early in the day.
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