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As one of America’s oldest cities, Charleston is considered one of its most haunted. During this hair-raising walking tour, visit the city’s famous paranormal hotspots including Poogan’s Porch, one of America’s top 10 haunted restaurants, and St Philip’s Church graveyard, the location of a famous haunting. From stories of pirates, gangsters and serial killers to tragic lovers, you choose the narrative to suit your interests during this unique ghost tour.

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.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the eerie streets of Myrtle Beach with our captivating walking ghost tour! Led by an expert local guide, you'll hear chilling tales of ghostly encounters and lingering spirits that haunt iconic buildings. As you stroll through the historic district, your guide will share fascinating stories of tormented souls that still roam the area, blending entertainment and education in a way that will leave you intrigued. The tour covers a mile of haunted real estate, including notorious sites like Peaches Corner and the Bowery, each steeped in mystery and history. The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Plyler Park serve as eerie backdrops for tales of love, loss, and lingering spirits. While entry into private buildings isn't included, you'll stand on ground rich with ghostly lore, making each step a brush with the supernatural. Join us for an evening filled with ghostly encounters that will haunt your memories long after the tour ends!

Discover Beaufort’s historic district without the hassle of navigating a tour that highlights the town’s Hollywood past. In addition to telling little–known stories about the town’s 300–year history, your guide brings you to landmarks often missed by visitors, from unmarked Forrest Gump film locations to the cemetery used in The Great Santini.

Introducing the Ghost Hunter Experience – Charleston’s Most Haunted Adventure! Get ready to cross the veil between history and the supernatural! The Ghost Hunter Experience is not your average ghost tour, it's a real paranormal investigation through Charleston’s most active and eerie locations. Armed with actual ghost-hunting equipment, you'll join a team of seekers as you walk the shadowy streets and historic sites of this centuries-old city, known as one of the most haunted in America. You won’t just hear ghost stories. You’ll go looking for the spirits themselves using your own Ghost Hunter Kit, in the most haunted parts of Charleston! Yours to keep. Your Ghost Hunter Kit includes the equipment necessary to detect the afterlife. We know this place is haunted, participants catch ghosts in photographs on this experience all the time!

From the city's brothels to gritty crime stories, explore Charleston's seedier history on this evening ghost tour. By combining aspects of the horrific, the salacious, and the just plain weird, this walking tour offers a unique look at the city. Keep in mind that this tour contains mature themes and language.

Discover one of America’s most haunted cities and prepare for a scare as you trundle through historic neighborhoods and past Charleston’s most famous supernatural hotspots by horse-drawn carriage. Hear chilling tales about the city’s past inhabitants, some of which still frequent their homes and graves, and pass eerie graveyards, churches and warehouses said to have paranormal activity. Whether or not you believe in ghosts, this activity is a fascinating insight into Charleston’s history.

Get all the thrills of a Charleston ghost tour without any walking on this haunted horse and carriage ride. A horse and carriage takes you down twisting side streets and cobbled alleyways with ease as your guide shares spooky stories from Charleston’s past. Make your way past the Mills House, the Circular Congregational Graveyard, and and Provost Dungeon in the heart of the Holy City.

Step aboard The Explorer for a ghostly adventure through Murrells Inlet, where tales of spirits and local legends come alive under the moonlight. This all-ages ghost cruise provides a unique blend of ghostly storytelling and scenic views of the marsh. As you listen to stories of hauntings and folklore, enjoy the comfort of your USCG-certified vessel, complete with a spacious deck and onboard refreshments. Perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to explore the spookier side of the South Carolina coast. - 1-hour ghost cruise suitable for all ages - Listen to tales of local hauntings and folklore - USCG-certified vessel with onboard snacks and drinks available - Ideal for families, date nights, and unique celebrations

Discover the enchanting history of Murrells Inlet on a captivating Full Moon Ghost Stories Cruise. Glide through the serene saltwater marsh as local legends and ghostly tales unfold against the backdrop of a luminous full moon. Perfect for families, couples, and history enthusiasts, this 1-hour cruise invites you to relax aboard The Explorer, a certified vessel equipped with open-air seating and an onboard bar. Savor snacks and beverages while listening to tales of infamous pirates and hauntings that define the local folklore. A unique opportunity to experience the area's storied past under the moonlight awaits you. - 1-hour family-friendly cruise perfect for all ages - Learn about local legends, including tales of Blackbeard the pirate - Learn about the full moon and it's affect on Murrells Inlet - Enjoy snacks and drinks from the onboard canteen - Departures vary monthly; arrive 30 minutes early for check-in

Discover the most haunted locations in Charleston with this small-group walking ghost tour. Hear ghost stories inspired by the city’s past during this stroll that includes landmarks like the Dock Street Theater and the Circular Congregational Church. Learn about paranormal activity in Charleston and go in search of spirits with a guide leading the way.

Discover the spookier side of Charleston’s history on this haunted tour of the Old City Jail. With an expert guide, learn about some of Charleston’s most notorious criminals, pirates and despicable characters like Lavinia and John Fisher, 19th-century hoteliers who allegedly poisoned their guests. Visit eerie spaces such as prisoner cells, hallways and locations where criminals died. Brace yourself for a possible ghostly apparition!

Uncover Charleston’s darkest secrets on an evening ghost tour. Stroll through the atmospheric heart of the old city while a guide regales you with tales of the dark deeds, restless spirits, and supernatural phenomena that make Charleston one of the most haunted cities in America. Get exclusive after-hour access to the famous Unitarian Church Graveyard, where an overgrown southern garden surrounds historic plots. If you choose, you can book a shorter tour with just access to the Unitarian Church Graveyard.

This self-guided audio tour explores Charleston’s real true crime history through documented cases, criminal trials, and historical records, allowing travelers to explore at their own pace using mobile audio narration.

This Charleston ghost cruise brings you to the city’s spooky sites that can’t be reached on foot. Board a 45-foot catamaran and set sail on the Charleston Harbor, passing by the sites of pirate attacks, naval battles, and more. As you sail, your guide tells haunting stories of Charleston’s past.

Take a small-group tour of Charleston on this haunted boos and booze tour with your pirate guide. You can sip on cocktails (at your own expense) while your guide takes you through the city to places like the Powder Magazine, Charleston City Market, Washington Square, and more.

Charleston may be one of the most beautiful cities in America, but there is a deeper darker side to her. Come hear their stories, chilling tales of death, of lost love, of vengeance. Come hear the stories of the Dead that still walk our city streets; the chilling tales of the Shades and Shadows that haunt these stones. Walk with us and you may find, we're not walking alone. We will share with you our in-depth knowledge of Charleston. There are so many fascinating and innovative people and events that have occurred on such a small little peninsula. Touring with Revolutionary Charleston you will see the City through the eyes of licensed tour guides that cherish Charleston for her beauty and her flaws.

Discover the spooky side of Charleston with a guided ghost tour. Set out on foot to explore a different side of Charleston and see city landmarks including Philadelphia Alley, St. Philip’s Church, and Charleston City Market. Hear stories about graverobbers and ghosts during this family-friendly, supernatural-focused walking tour. Get extra value with admission to the Halsey Gallery of Contemporary Art and Philip Simmons House included.

See a spookier side of Charleston as you head off the beaten track on a ghost tour of the city. Hear 10 chilling tales of plagues, hurricanes, fires, earthquakes, and battles—supposedly leaving the area with many ghostly residents. This small-group tour makes for a more intimate experience, and is perfect for fans of all things macabre.

Combine history, storytelling, and drinks with this true crime focused pub crawl with an intimate group of just six people in Charleston. Follow your guide around to four different bars and pubs, and savor cocktails (own expense) as you hear about some of the Holy City’s most infamous criminals and their deeds.

Explore the haunted side of Charleston with a small-group history and ghost tour. Meet your guide for a city stroll that includes popular landmarks like Hibernian Hall, Washington Park, Chalmers Street, and St. Philip’s Church. Hear scary stories and learn about local history, including true crime, during this family-friendly walking tour.

Does Shoeless Joe Jackson still play baseball in Greenville? What is the best way to conjure a spirit? Do ghosts drink beer? Find out on a Haunted Greenville Bar Crawl. Led by a member of Truth Searchers: Paranormal Investigators, this 2.5–3 hour walking tour blends haunted history with chilling tales of paranormal activity. We’ll visit 2–3 unique bars along the way, with stops varying by day and availability. The route covers 1–2 miles through downtown Greenville and begins at New Realm Brewing Company. Arrive early to grab a drink and set the mood before the tour kicks off. Bars on the tour may vary depending on the day, time, and availability.

History, Haunts, & Hahas! is a small, local, mom-owned business specializing in Ghost Forensics, Ethical Storytelling, Comic Relief, and the Human Behind the Haunting. Southern Spirit Stroll combines a haunted history walk and ghost tour with hidden history, folklore, architecture, and paranormal curiosity. Rather than repeating recycled ghost stories, we explore the real people, events, and historical clues behind Charleston's legends and reported hauntings. Guests learn how to distinguish documented history from folklore, evaluate paranormal claims, recognize common misidentifications such as pareidolia and photographic artifacts, and follow the historical breadcrumbs hiding in plain sight. Small groups and adaptable conversations encourage curiosity and critical thinking. Limited EMF readers may be available. Stories are shared from public spaces outside landmarks and historic sites; admission is not included. Ghost activity can never be guaranteed.