The 14 Most Popular Private Ghost Tours in London

1.The Ultimate Jack the Ripper Tour (Private Group Booking)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Walk from Tower Hill to Spitalfields Market with a private guide on a two-hour Jack the Ripper tour. Expect careful storytelling about the victims, the murders, suspects, and Victorian London, without turning the killer into a celebrity. Guide Ash has been praised for his respectful approach.

“This tour was fantastic, as was our guide Ash. The subject matter is grim, and Ash was very respectful in the discussion. We really appreciated the way he shared the story and this is very much an experience we’d recommend.”

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2.Private Tour of Haunted London in a Black Cab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours exploring haunted London by private black cab with guides such as Jamie, Jon, Gary, John, and Mick. Expect famous landmarks, obscure addresses, dark alleyways, and unusual cemetery stops, with Central London hotel pickup within 5 km. The route can reflect your interests, including family history.

“Mick was an excellent guide! He was very informative and clear in his storytelling. We even walked through a hidden cemetery which would have been missed in a bus tour. My family really loved it and even said he should do voiceovers haha. I recommend this tour.”

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3.Jack the Ripper Private Day Time Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $240

Explore Whitechapel, Spitalfields, and Aldgate on a private three-hour walk through Jack the Ripper’s world. Guides such as Kevin and Stephen combine the 1888 murder sites with local stories about markets, Jewish London, street art, the Krays, and Victorian poverty. Hotel pickup is available, and the tour ends near Aldgate Station.

“Extremely interesting, Stephen was very profesional and has an excellent knowledge of the local history. Would highly recommend this tour, will definefinatly be booking further adventures.”

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4.Private Ghosts and Gore Walking Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Follow a private guide through the City of London after dark, from St. Magnus the Martyr to the Charterhouse. Hear tales of ghosts, plague pits, executions, grave robbers, cursed churches, and haunted pubs. Guide Michael is praised for adding strong historical context to the macabre stories. The tour is in English, wheelchair and stroller accessible, and limited to your group.

“One of the best private tours we’ve ever had! Our guide, Michael, was fantastic! Calling him a guide does not do him justice - he’s more of a historian! Not only did his stories include tales of the macabre, but there was a lot of well-explained historical context that really brought everything to life. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting a smart, insightful, creepy journey through central London!”

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5.Jack the Ripper London Private Taxi Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Ride through Whitechapel, Spitalfields, and Aldgate with a private taxi guide who connects 1888 murder sites, police evidence, and East End life. Guides such as Lee and Mick are praised for clear storytelling and helpful local tips. Hotel pickup and central London drop-off are included, with flexible departure times.

“Me and my husband enjoyed and was creeped out with this tour Mick was very knowledged in all things Jack the Ripper”

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6.Private Jack the Ripper Walking Tour of Whitechapel and Brick Lane

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Join Jenny for a private, two-and-a-half-hour walk through Whitechapel and Brick Lane. She uses a 14-inch backlit tablet to show Victorian photos, crime scenes, victims, and letters while you trace the route from Aldgate to Liverpool Street. Expect an atmospheric, detailed look at Jack the Ripper, his victims, and the East End of 1888.

“What an experience! Jenny was absolutely fantastic. We opted to do a private tour, so as not to be lost in the crowd of the of the typical tours - and it didn't disappoint! She came dressed in her finest Victorian dress and really drew us into the period of Jack's reign of terror. She has been doing tours for decades and REALLY knows her history, important locales, and theories. I love that her enthusiasm showed in every story, and she has clearly done significant research on the topic. Our night was perfect, as well - chilly, cloudy, and ripe for horror stories. We definitely recommend this tour and going…”

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7.Dark History of the Tudors: Private Tour of Hampton Court Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Spend about five hours exploring Hampton Court Palace with a private Blue Badge guide, private Mercedes V-Class transport, and palace admission included. Olga Babenco is the named guide, praised for her Tudor knowledge, clear storytelling, and easy manner with children. Expect the Tudor rooms, Baroque wing, gardens, and royal tennis court when open.

“Our guide, Olga, was amazing. She met us at the train station in London and rode with us to Hampton Court Palace in order to give us some history about the palace. She was so knowledgeable. Her tour was very thorough and interesting.”

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8.London Private Jack The Ripper Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Follow the Jack the Ripper trail from Whitechapel to Liverpool Street on a private 2.5-hour walk. Your live English-speaking guide explains the five canonical murders, Victorian inquests, police clues, press panic, and the mystery that still surrounds the case. Groups of up to 15 receive personal attention, though an Underground ride is not included.

“Private Tour is great in your own group versus a larger group. This way you really get to spend time hearing from your private tour guide.”

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9.Jack the Ripper Private Immersive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47Best value

Follow Jack the Ripper’s trail through Aldgate, Whitechapel, and Spitalfields on a private 2.5-hour walking tour with guide Jenny. You’ll visit key murder sites, hear about Victorian poverty and policing, view period photos on a 14-inch tablet, and examine the famous Goulston Street and Lusk letters. Hi-tech headphones are included.

“To start we were not even on the list to be on the tour. Had to produce an email to prove we booked and paid, so it was not off to a great start.”

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10.A Private VIP Jack the Ripper Black Cab Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Ride through Victorian London in a private, air-conditioned black cab with guide Danny McIntyre. Over about three hours, visit Whitechapel, Spitalfields, Cable Street, Farringdon, and old Scotland Yard while learning about the five canonical murders, suspect M. J. Druitt, police work, and the social world of 1888.

“Well deserved 5 stars. Danny knows his stuff, very informative, lots of fun, great time had by all.”

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11.Private Jack The Ripper Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours

Follow Jack the Ripper’s documented route from Whitechapel Station through Whitechapel, Smithfield, and the City of London, ending near Liverpool Street Station. Your private English-speaking guide, including Michael on recent tours, explains the five canonical murders, one suspected case, Victorian life, and modern forensic thinking. The walk runs in all weather.

“Michael our Guide for Jack the Ripper Tour was brilliant, very informative and interesting. The private tour was great way to spend an evening with friends.”

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12.Private Walking Tour: Jack The Ripper and East End

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $108

Walk through Whitechapel and Spitalfields with a private guide from Richards Tours, examining murder sites, witness accounts, the Ten Bells pub, Mitre Square, and the disputed Goulston Street graffito. Tours run morning or afternoon, with guides such as Richard and John, and can be extended for a longer route.

“My friend and I booked this two hour tour on the recommendation of a friend.It was a very cold evening but we soon forgot about that as our guide John was so interesting and informative.He really brought the story of Jack the ripper to life although it is quite a gruesome tale .Well worth doing as it is a big part of the East end's history.”

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13.In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend four hours with an English-speaking driver-guide in a private London black cab, tracing Jack the Ripper’s Whitechapel sites, the Kray Twins’ Bethnal Green, and other East End crime stories. Guides such as Chris, Mick, and Bill bring strong subject knowledge, while hotel pickup makes this a warm, easy way to cover a lot of ground.

“Absolutely brilliant afternoon with Bill (William on a Sunday).He managed to cram in so much information about Jack the Ripper and The Krays whilst navigating the busy roads of the east end.”

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14.PRIVATE Jack the Ripper Ghost Walking Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Walk through East London with a private guide and trace the Jack the Ripper murders, conspiracy theories, the Ten Bells pub, Brick Lane, Whitechapel Road, former Bedlam, and Dickens connections. The 90-minute evening tour ends near Aldgate Station and suits adults and older teens interested in crime and Victorian London.

“Our tour guide, ASHE, was fabulous! Made it fun. Secondly, who wouldn’t want to do a Jack the Ripper ghost tour through London, in the rain. in the dark???? That was the best part! Loved hearing the stories and Ashe was very knowledgeable! Read more”

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