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The 15 Dark History Tours in the USA Worth a Late Night

25 tours  ·  from $20 a head

The 15 best dark history tours in the USA you can book tonight, with what each costs, how long it runs and how much walking it asks of you. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour - The French Quarter is the real stage
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Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

1.Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,545 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $37Our pick

Walk New Orleans after dark with guides such as Professor Ric, Jon, Ricardo, Elaine, and JJ. Hear researched tales of true crime, voodoo, vampires, and ghosts while visiting Congo Square, Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, Bourbon Street, and the LaLaurie Mansion. Choose VIP for Hellvision digital images. The tour stays outdoors and welcomes ages 17 and older.

“This was a really great tour!! Nicki was amazing and made the tour so much fun and incredibly interesting even in the rain. We learned a lot of creepy and interesting facts about NOLA. I would highly recommend this tour and Nicki!!!! Michelle, Kari and Jess”

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New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour - The Inn on Ursulines and a gruesome case
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New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

2.New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,666 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Walk the French Quarter with a local horror-storian for 1 hour 45 minutes, visiting St. Louis Cathedral, the BK House, Inn on Ursulines, Exchange Place, and the Louisiana Supreme Court. Guides such as Jamie, Christo, Lucy, and Anja mix documented crime with ghost lore. Tours are for ages 17 and up.

“We very much enjoyed our tour! Lucy really painted a picture, with her words and passion, of the gorier side of this beautiful city’s history. Highly recommended!”

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Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour - Starting at Oglethorpe Square
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Genteel and Bard’s Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

3.Genteel and Bard’s Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,546 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Walk through Savannah with Genteel and Bard for two hours of dark history and ghost lore. Your guide may be Jovi, Juliana, Ollie, or another local storyteller. Expect outdoor stops, first-hand accounts, photos, music, and clear audio through high-range headsets. The pace is manageable, but you will be on your feet after dark.

“Our guide Ollie was lovely and the stories were interesting and Savannah is gorgeous but I guess the tour just wasn’t our thing. Maybe because it was rather cold that evening?”

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"Murder in Music City" Night-Time Ghost Walking Tour of Nashville - Stop two: The Wilcox Building and Dr. Feist
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“Murder in Music City” Night-Time Ghost Walking Tour of Nashville

4.“Murder in Music City” Night-Time Ghost Walking Tour of Nashville

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 742 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

At 9 p.m., follow an English-speaking guide through downtown Nashville for 90 minutes of murder stories, Civil War hauntings, mob tales, and local scandal. The route covers the Tennessee State Capitol, Wilcox Building, Printers Alley, Climax Saloon, and Maxwell House Hotel. Guides such as Nestor, Steve, Drew, and Trevor have earned praise for lively storytelling, though the tone can vary.

“This tour was amazing! Our guide Nestor was extremely knowledgeable and he engaged the group with every bit of information! I would definitely do this tour again and I would definitely do this again with Nestor!! Thank you so much!”

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Nashville's Dark Secrets Murder & True Crime Haunted Ghost Tour - The Capitol connects architecture with a ghost legend
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Nashville’s Dark Secrets Murder & True Crime Haunted Ghost Tour

5.Nashville’s Dark Secrets Murder & True Crime Haunted Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 726 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Follow a guide such as Faith, Matthew, Megan, or McKenzie through downtown Nashville for murder tales, ghost stories, and local history. The 90-minute walk visits Printer’s Alley, the Tennessee State Capitol, Skull’s Rainbow Room, and the Hermitage Hotel. Expect stairs, outdoor stops, and sensitive adult themes.

“Chloe was a wonderful tour guide. Lots of history and spooky blended together. I recommend going at night it blends a ghostly element.”

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Murder & Mayhem Haunted History Walking Tour - Five or six downtown stops, all viewed from outside
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Murder & Mayhem Haunted History Walking Tour

6.Murder & Mayhem Haunted History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 404 reviews · 1 hour 35 minutes (approx.) · from $24Best value

Walk downtown Chattanooga for about 95 minutes with guides such as Jason or Jessica, hearing murder tales, local history, and ghost stories outside several haunted sites. You will visit about five or six locations, including the Read House area, but never enter buildings. Wear comfortable shoes and expect the tour to run in most weather.

“Our tour guide was very knowledgeable we learned about all the history here the sites she took us on and the stories she told us about the past was amazing”

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The Dark Side of Key West Ghost Tour - Robert the Doll and the Artist House
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The Dark Side of Key West Ghost Tour

7.The Dark Side of Key West Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 334 reviews · from $34

Walk Old Town Key West at 9 p.m. with a guide such as Christian, Jude, Sonya, Fritz, or Dulce, hearing ghost tales and darker local history at eight landmarks. The route ends at Capt. Tony’s Saloon. You stay outside private sites, and the tour is for ages 16 and up.

“I love ghost tours and go on one every time I visit a haunted city. Unfortunately, this tour was super disappointing. After going through all the options on Viator, I chose this one based on the itinerary and reviews. I really wish we went on a diffRead more”

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Salem Uncovered: Dark Stories of Salem Tour - Houdini Way begins with a real escape
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Salem Uncovered: Dark Stories of Salem Tour

8.Salem Uncovered: Dark Stories of Salem Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 307 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Join Salem Uncovered Tours for a 90-minute night walk through Salem’s darker history. Guides such as Jeffrey, Tim, Abby, Chris, and others lead you from Houdini Way to the Burying Point, Gardner-Pingree House, the old Witch Jail site, Salem Old Town Hall, and Joshua Ward House. Expect murder stories, ghost lore, witch-trial history, and adult-oriented humor.

“Unfortunately, the tour operator had to cancel our tour. Offering us a full refund which I accepted. I wanted to let you know they gave us ample notice and that they even gave a couple of alternative tours with other tour companies to rebook. I have been in touch with them as I have not seen my refund. They have responded quickly and professionally. They are stating that as I booked with Victor, I will need to wait on the refund from your company. I have just texted them so hopefully they will be in touch shortly. As I have booked and unfortunately had to cancel with you once before…”

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Nashville's Haunted Spirits Murder & True Crime Ghostly Pub Crawl - Dream Nashville and the former Gentlemen’s Quarter
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Nashville’s Haunted Spirits Murder & True Crime Ghostly Pub Crawl

9.Nashville’s Haunted Spirits Murder & True Crime Ghostly Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 302 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $34

Spend about two hours with a paranormal guide such as Micah or Matt, visiting historic bars and crime sites around Printer’s Alley. You’ll hear stories of murders, mobsters, brothels, speakeasies, and reported spirits, with time to buy drinks at several stops. The tour is for ages 21 and older, costs $34.95, and starts at Alley Taps.

“Matt was fun, funny, knowledgeable and engaging! My friend and I had such a great time drinking and learning about true crime in Nashville!”

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Haunted Hollywood Walking Tour: True Crime and Creepy Tales - TCL Chinese Theatres and the celebrity courtyard
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Haunted Hollywood Walking Tour: True Crime and Creepy Tales

10.Haunted Hollywood Walking Tour: True Crime and Creepy Tales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Walk Hollywood Boulevard from the Pantages Theatre to the Dolby Theatre while guides such as Beau, Kyle, Paul, and Matt share celebrity scandals, true crime, hauntings, and Old Hollywood lore. This English-language group tour lasts about two hours, covers several famous sites, and uses photos or an iPad to add detail to the stories.

“Our tour guide knew a bit about all areas on Hollywood Blvd. He was of good character. 😀 ……………………..”

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Savannah's 13 Ghosts, Voodoo, Murder & Mystery Tour - The Mercer-Williams House and the limits of an outdoor tour
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Savannah’s 13 Ghosts, Voodoo, Murder & Mystery Tour

11.Savannah’s 13 Ghosts, Voodoo, Murder & Mystery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 290 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk Savannah’s Historic District with guides such as Nathan or Adam, hearing ghost, voodoo, murder, and mystery stories at Monterey Square, Forsyth Park, the Mercer-Williams House, and Armstrong House. Expect audience participation, historic photos, and possible EMF readings, but no promise of seeing a ghost.

“Nathan was an excellent tour guide. He really knows his stuff and you can tell he loves his job. I highly recommend.”

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Charleston Dark History & Ghost Tour with Adam - Meeting Adam at Poogan’s Porch
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Charleston Dark History & Ghost Tour with Adam

12.Charleston Dark History & Ghost Tour with Adam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Walk Charleston with local guide Adam on an 80-minute evening tour linking ghost stories to fires, floods, war, enslavement, and old cemeteries. You’ll visit Poogan’s Porch, Chalmers Street, the old courthouse, Circular Congregational Church, and St. Philip’s Church. The small group is capped at 15, and Adam uses historic and ghost photographs to bring each story into focus.

“Adam’s knowledgeable and passion make for a very enjoyable experience. Great stories and pictures. Recommend!”

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Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail - The Belle of Louisville and the Ohio River
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Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail

13.Whispers on Whiskey Row: Murder, Crime, & Ghost Tour w/Cocktail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 192 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Walk 1.5 miles through downtown Louisville as your guide connects Whiskey Row, the Belle of Louisville, the Seelbach Hotel, and Jefferson Square to murders, Prohibition, slavery, and ghost stories. You’ll stop for one cocktail, beer, or mocktail in a haunted bar, with guides such as Hannah, Amanda, Regina, and Jeremy among those who have led the tour.

“Very knowledgeable tour guide but not worth $65! I’ve done similar for half the price! I’d rather just buy my own drink”

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Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour - The Paramount Theatre and Its Haunted Past
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Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour

14.Austin’s Haunted Ghost & Murder Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Join Jamie for a two-hour evening walk through central Austin, mixing ghost tales, unsolved crimes, and local history. Begin at The Tavern, pass the Texas Capitol and Paramount Theatre, and finish at the Driskill. The group is capped at 15, the pace includes regular stops, and you should plan for a 20 to 25-minute walk back to the starting point.

“Jamie was very knowledgeable of the history here and you could hear it through his stories with how passionate it was for him. Great job! Nice intro tour if you're not familiar with ANY Austin haunting and murders! He'll all your questions though.”

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New Orleans: Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampires Guided Tour - Armstrong Park and the voodoo starting point
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New Orleans: Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampires Guided Tour

15.Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampires Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 139 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $37

Walk through New Orleans with guides such as Doug, Elaine, Ricardo, and the Professor as they connect voodoo, true crime, murder, and ghost lore. Expect a flexible route, adult stories, stops at Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, LaLaurie Mansion, and other French Quarter sites, with an optional HELLVISION format using handheld projections.

“It was lovely! Doug was funny and very interactive with his story telling. Would recommend!”

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