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London Ghost Walking Tour: Discover Haunted Secrets at Night

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London, England
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  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Enjoy an alternative, chilling spin on the traditional city tour with this ghost walk across London. Join a small-group and visit a selection of these (allegedly) haunted sites, including Charterhouse Square, Smithfield Market, and The Clink Prison Museum. Wander by night safely with a guide, and as you listen to creepy stories that reveal a darker side of the city's history.
  • Enjoy an intimate atmosphere in a small-group setting
  • Easy-to-find meeting point near public transportation
  • A great post-dinner activity for friends and couples
  • Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience

What's Included

  • Guided ghost walk through London's most haunted streets
  • Spooky storytelling from an expert local guide
  • Visits to historic haunted sites and iconic landmarks
  • Small group experience for an immersive atmosphere
  • Ghost sightings are not guaranteed

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Charterhouse Square, Barbican, London EC1M, UK

    Please meet our guide at the corner entrance of Charterhouse Square, in front of the Walter Knoll shop. Look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Please arrive 10 minutes early, as we cannot offer refunds for late arrivals.

End point

  • The Clink Prison Museum
    1 Clink St, London SE1 9DG, UK

    The Clink Prison, infamous for its brutal history of torture and death, is now a museum, yet many believe its tormented spirits remain. Visitors report screams, rattling chains, and eerie encounters, often attributed to the ghost of the cruel jailer, “The Gaoler.”

Itinerary

1

Charterhouse Square

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Smithfield Market

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

3

St. Bartholomew's Church

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4

Old Bailey

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5

The Viaduct Tavern

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

6

St Bride's Church

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

7

Fleet Street

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

8

St. Paul's Cathedral

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

9

Millennium Bridge

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

10

Blackfriars Bridge

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

11

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

12

The Clink Prison Museum

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

13

Winchester Palace

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • 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.

Reviews

5.0
based on 10 reviews
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We had a great walking...

Elina_V, Apr 2026
We had a great walking tour with Korry, who was a great storyteller! The tour was interesting, I would definitely recommend it.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and Korry’s storytelling. We truly appreciate your recommendation!

Fun and educational

Chris_C, Mar 2026
A fair bit of walking but each stop was a short walk. Great to see things we had read about over the years.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the mix of walking and history, and seeing those iconic spots come to life. 😊

Kathy was fabulous!

Laura_M, Mar 2026
This was so fun! Kathy was an incredible story teller and we would recommend this tour to anyone who wants a some spooky history!! (Kathy if you’re seeing this - sorry We had to peel off a few minutes early so I could find a restroom!!)

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled you had a fun and spooky time with Kathy—she’ll love your kind words! 😊

Wonderful experience!!!

JenniferAnne_K, Mar 2026
Wonderful your. Kathy was amazing!!!! She was animated and detailed. Taking us all over the city with ghost stories!!!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hi Jennifer Anne, so glad you had a wonderful time on the tour! 👻😊 Kathy will be thrilled to hear your kind words. Thanks for sharing your experience!

Great tour. Kayie was a great guide

Daniel_C, Feb 2026
A really interesting itinerary, telling the stories of London's past that dont get told. It really showed how much history is hidden among the modern facades of buildings and squares. Fascinating!

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thanks Daniel! Glad you enjoyed the ghost tour and Kayie’s guidance uncovering London’s hidden history. 👻🏙️ Fascinating indeed!

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