The 13 Most Popular Philadelphia Ghost Tours

1.The Phantom Penance of Philadelphia Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 276 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $32Our pick

Walk from Washington Square to St. Mary’s Church on a one-hour evening tour led by guides such as Pat, Ari, Elle, Jackson, and Percy. You’ll hear researched stories tied to Revolutionary graves, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, historic churches, and early American buildings. Expect history first, ghost stories second, and a brisk pace.

“This was a very disappointing tour. I have booked tours all over the world with Viator and never had a bad one until now. Tour was supposed to start at 8pm. I received a phone call at 6 asking if I still wanted to go. I said yes and she told me it had to be moved to 8:30 and did I still want to go. I said no give me a refund and she said no refunds. So I said I guess we will go at 8:30. No one showed up. I attempted calling support for the local tour company Ghost Adventures but never got anyone. At 8:45 another…”

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2.Ghost Tour of Philadelphia by Candlelight

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 149 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Walk through Old City for about 75 minutes with a guide who brings Philadelphia’s haunted stories to life. You’ll hear about strange events at Independence Hall, Ben Franklin’s ghost at Library Hall, Washington Square’s burial ground, and spirits at Powel House. Guides such as Sarah, Jabbar, Bea, and Jeremy have brought different energy to the storytelling.

“Our tour guide, Laurel, was great! Very knowledgeable and helpful. Pleasant, easy walk around the city. Highly recommend!”

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3.The Ghosts of Philadelphia Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 143 reviews · from $24

Walk Philadelphia’s Old City at 8 pm with Ghost City Tours Philadelphia, stopping at the Bishop White House, American Philosophical Society Museum, and Independence Hall. Expect about 90 minutes of Colonial history and ghost stories, with guides such as Claire, Roux, Jonathan, Ryan, Ailish, and Judah bringing the tales to life. The tour is stroller and wheelchair accessible.

“This tour was great! The tour guides - Claire and Judah - were very knowledgeable about the sites we visited. It was a great tour and a great history lesson.”

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4.Philadelphia Ghost Tour by Candlelight

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 139 reviews · 1h 30m · from $28

Follow a costumed English-speaking guide from Signers Garden through Independence National Park, Old City, and Society Hill. Hear ghost tales linked to Independence Hall, Washington Square, City Tavern, and Old Pine Street Cemetery, along with stories of Franklin, Penn, Arnold, and Wayne. The walk costs $28 and welcomes all ages.

“knowledgeable tour guide who made tour interesting and lively; good sense of humor”

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5.Haunted Philadelphia: Spirits of ’76 Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 98 reviews · from $24

Walk Philadelphia’s Old City after dark on a 75 to 90-minute outdoor tour covering 18 historic and supposedly haunted sites. Guides such as Will, Logan, and Julianne have led engaging versions of the walk, which includes Independence Hall, Pine Street, and film locations from *National Treasure*.

“There were only 5 of us, my son and I and a father, mother and daughter. The guide, whose name was V (?) did a great job. Very informative, apparently does the historical tours as well, so he was very knowledgeable. Best of all, a very good storyteller and speaker. Great voice. Highly recommend.”

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6.Philadelphia’s Haunted History & Ghost Nighttime 1.5 Hour Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 84 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Walk Philadelphia’s Old City with a certified guide such as Jenn, Bruce, or Joseph, hearing ghost stories tied to Betsy Ross House, Independence Hall, Christ Church, Pennsylvania Hospital, and Washington Square. The 7:30 pm tour lasts about 90 minutes, costs $39, and keeps the group to 18 people.

“Jenna is a wonderful tour guide. Very knowledgeable! I highly recommend this tour to visitors of Philly!”

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7.Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50Top rated

Walk Philadelphia’s Old City after dark with a history teacher guide, visiting burial grounds, Betsy Ross’s grave, Benjamin Franklin’s tomb, witch-trial sites, and famous landmarks. Ted, Lance, or Adam may lead the tour. Light refreshments are included, while drinks are extra. Expect adult language, ghost lore, and plenty of Revolutionary-era history.

“Lance was a great tour guide. He is a history buff and was very knowledgable about many of the buildings and sites in Philadelphia. I highly recommend!”

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8.Philly Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36

Follow a guide through Philadelphia’s Old City from Independence Beer Garden to The Silver Buckle, stopping for colonial history, ghost tales, and optional drinks. Guides such as Sean, Erin, Loren, Jessica, and Sadie have led engaging tours, but the route works best if you enjoy walking, group conversation, and buying your own drinks.

“Tour was to include 4 pub stops but we only stopped at 3, description stated 15 people max but there were 19 and we couldn’t hear the guide at all at 2 of the stops.”

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9.Philly Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 13 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Spend two hours walking Philadelphia’s haunted historic district with an English-speaking US Ghost Adventures guide. Hear stories tied to Independence Hall, the First US Bank, Eastern State Penitentiary, William Penn’s curse, and the 250-year-old City Tavern. Drinks cost extra, and the route covers more than a mile.

“I had alot of fun at the bars and found the ghost stories interesting. The guide was amazing as well as everyone else on the tour. I highly recommend!”

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10.Ghosts of Philadelphia Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 11 reviews · from $25

Meet your English-speaking guide in City Tavern’s back garden for a 1.5-hour walk through Philadelphia’s historic district. Hear reported hauntings tied to Alexander Hamilton’s former home and Christ Church burial ground, where Benjamin Franklin is buried. The tour blends local history, spooky tales, and a small group capped at nine people.

“Great tour. Talks about ghosts that have been seen by other people. It’s more of a history tour than a “ghost” tour but still cool.”

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11.Philly Ghosts: Phantoms of Philadelphia Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 11 reviews · from $24

Meet your English-speaking guide at Washington Square’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier for a one-hour, mile-long walk through Philadelphia’s haunted historic district. Hear documented ghost stories tied to Anna Wilson, Hunnell Park, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the Museum of Shadows. Ellis is one guide specifically praised for a strong presentation.

“Disappointing. Couldn't hear anything and tour guide could barely formulate sentences Tour guide knew little about history and ghosts were an afterthought. Waste if time and money”

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12.Haunted History & Ghost Nighttime Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $39

Follow an English-speaking guide from 239 Arch Street for eerie tales tied to Betsy Ross, Independence Hall, Benjamin Franklin, Carpenter’s Hall, Pennsylvania Hospital, and Washington Square. The tour blends Philadelphia history with ghost lore, lasts about 30 minutes, and suits curious first-time visitors, families with older children, and supernatural fans.

“Fun tour and a different way to get to know the city. The guide didn't just tell ghost stories but delved into the history of the city behind the stories, so it was kind of spooky but also educational. This was a good choice for a way to spend an evening in Philadelphia.”

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13.Philadelphia Haunted Ghost Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $7Best value

Use your smartphone to follow a location-aware audio tour through Philadelphia’s Old City. Hear ghost stories at Washington Square, Independence Hall, Elfreth’s Alley, the First Bank, Powel House, City Tavern, Betsy Ross’s home, and Benjamin Franklin’s grave. Go at your own pace, any day or night, with no guide or admission fees.

“Enjoyed the stories very much at each stop. An overall fun experience that allowed us to stop & start the tour at our pace. Will definitely recommend to friends & family.”

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