The 8 Cincinnati Ghost Tours Worth a Late Night

1.Ultimate Queen City is Haunted Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $32Our pick

Walk Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine with guides such as Meredith, Angela, Jordan, and Rachel, hearing ghost stories tied to Washington Park, Music Hall, Memorial Hall, and other local sites. Expect about two hours on foot, occasional paranormal equipment, and a strong dose of Cincinnati history. Some departures include limited interior access.

“We enjoyed leaning about Washington Park being a cemetery and the many stories about the Symphony Hotel. Be ready to walk!”

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2.Phantoms of the Pig Iron Past: Cursed Cincinnati Ghost Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 122 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $32

Meet at 8 pm on Elm Street for a one-hour Cincinnati walking tour led by guides such as Patrick, Kyle, Reagan, or Jabe. Hear true haunted-history stories at Memorial Hall, Taft’s Ale House, Wooden Nickel Antiques, and Symphony Hotel. Expect a small-city walk, dramatic storytelling, and a few tales that may sound stranger than fiction.

“Great tour very energetic very informative. I had a great time. Great value for my money. Love the history.”

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3.Haunted Cincinnati Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Start at Queen City Radio at 7:30 pm for a costumed walk through Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine district. Hear ghost stories at Washington Park, Taft’s Ale House, an underground bar, old churches, and Rosedale. Guides such as Luster, Kim, Ellie, and Fletcher mix local history with humor. Drinks cost extra, and all participants must be 21 or older.

“Lot of fun! Elle was a great guide!! Would recommend the tour to friends and family. The bars were great”

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4.Ghosts & Poltergeists Haunted Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · from $27

Walk Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine district with guides such as Sydney or Patrick, hearing stories tied to Washington Park, Memorial Hall, Music Hall, and Wooden Nickel Antiques. The tour lasts 1 or 1.5 hours, runs rain or shine, and suits curious walkers who enjoy local history with a supernatural edge.

“Sydney is a very delightful and knowledgeable person to work with. Me and my husband totally love her and enjoyed the tour. 10/10 recommended!You will find some nice pub spot too!”

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5.Darkside of Brewing Tour: Tales of Cincinnati’s Haunted and Gruesome Past

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $45

Walk less than a mile through Over-the-Rhine while hearing about grave robbing, a murderous saloonist, and other grim Cincinnati stories. You’ll use a flashlight inside the long-closed Imperial Theater and 19th-century Jackson Brewhouse, then finish with a beer at Northern Row Brewery & Distillery. Guides have included Aaron, Lisa, Robert, and Marcha.

“I learned a lot about my hometown. It surprised me how much much history is condensed in that part of Cincinnati. It made me love my city even more. I enjoyed all of it, particularly the imperial theater tour. Our tour guides, Robert and Marcha knew so much about Cincinnati history, and their enthusiasm was contagious.”

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6.Haunted Tour in Mount Healthy from Cincinnati

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $32

Meet guide Kevin outside Fibonacci Brewing Company for a 90-minute haunted tour through Mount Healthy. Visit the Glossinger House, Hoffner Cemetery, former Odd Fellows site, ghost train location, toll road station, and Mt Pleasant Cemetery, where Lydia is said to linger. Groups are capped at 24, and the tour returns to its starting point.

“Kevin was friendly and entertaining. Good, spooky vibes. Would recommend. Especially leading up to Halloween”

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7.Self Guided Cincinnati Ghost Haunted Walking Tour Audio Tour Music Hall OTR

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 40 to 50 minutes (approx.) · from $9Best value

Use the WalknTours app to guide yourself through Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine for 40 to 50 minutes. Hear stories of the Witch of Washington Park, underground tunnels, the Lady in Red, the Cincinnati strangler, and skeletal remains found during Music Hall construction. There is no in-person guide, and your private group sets the pace.

“We enjoyed getting to see an historic part of the city. We're going to drive it tomorrow in the daylight to see where we walked at night.”

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8.Clifton A Haunted Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $34

Walk through Clifton with an experienced guide, hearing stories tied to Burnet Woods, the Rawson Estate, Boss Cox’s mansion, and other local sites. The tour begins on Clifton Avenue and ends at Ludlow Wines, where you can buy a drink. Guide Miranda has earned special praise, and groups are limited to 15 people.

“Done all your tours this was one of my favorites. Loved being able to go inside an actual house that was haunted. Miranda was amazing one of your best. Will definitely do this one again”

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