The 15 Best Williamsburg Ghost Tours

1.Whispers of Williamsburg Haunted Ghost Tour with Add-on options

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 695 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $32Our pick

Walk Williamsburg after dark with guides such as Austin, Christine, Patrick, or Nena, stopping at Bruton Parish, the Governor’s Palace, Peyton Randolph House, and other historic sites. Expect researched ghost stories, colonial history, humor, and about an hour on foot. An optional extended tour adds more time for chills and tales.

“Learned lots of Williamsburg history & ghostly tales. Our guide was very knowledgeable & nice. The church & homes that she showed us were great choices.”

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2.The Original Ghosts of Williamsburg Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 597 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $20Best value

Walk Colonial Williamsburg after dark with a licensed guide and candlelight, hearing local ghost stories alongside colonial history. Guides including Debbie, Ben, Rick, Kim, Kenny, and Loraine are known for lively, interactive storytelling. The 90-minute tour costs $20, begins at 7 pm, and returns to its starting point.

“Very informative and Debbie was the best guide we have ever had. Debbie even had young guests involved in the tour.”

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3.Williamsburg Ghosts, Witches and Pirates Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 584 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Join a costumed guide such as Gracie, Michael, Lexi, or Mr. Pirate for a 1-hour-45-minute evening walk through Colonial Williamsburg. Hear about Blackbeard’s crew, Grace Sherwood, Anne Bonny, Mary Read, and the haunted Jones Graveyard. The tour stays outdoors, uses audience participation, and costs $25 per person.

“It was a nice relaxing night outside. Very fun! We all learned a lot and it was very interesting. The guides were a lot of fun! My teens even had a good time.”

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4.Colonial Ghosts: Ghostly Whispers of Williamsburg Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 289 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $21

Meet at Kimball Theatre at 10 p.m. for a 90-minute walk through Colonial Williamsburg and William & Mary. Guides such as Austin, Patrick, Bryce, and Justin combine documented events with ghost stories, personal encounters, photos, and optional EMF readings. Expect a late finish, outdoor walking, and a spooky look at Bruton Parish Church and nearby historic sites.

“Austen is a fantastic story teller who immerses you into the ghostly atmosphere of Colonial Williamsburg!”

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5.Williamsburg East Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 151 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Join Ghostographer Tours of Williamsburg at 8:30 p.m. for a 60 to 90-minute walk along Duke of Gloucester Street. Guide Tim shares Colonial Williamsburg history, haunted stories, and ghost images taken at local houses and taverns. Bring a camera or phone so you can try photographing apparitions yourself. The walk ends at the Peyton Randolph House.

“Guide (Tim S.) was very personable and knowledgeable. Loved viewing his photographs. Actually going to try and find a copy of his book(s) today. Great fun listening to him and trying our hand at some ghost photography.”

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6.Williamsburg Ghosts and Brews Haunted Pub Crawls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 134 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36

Walk central Williamsburg with a guide such as Tom, Lisa, William, or Olivia, hearing ghost stories tied to old pubs, churches, theaters, and houses. The route includes Hound’s Tale, DoG Street Pub, Berret’s, and Precarious Beer Project. Bring walking shoes, buy your own drinks, and expect a small group of up to 15.

“I really wanted to enjoy this, but it was not at all as advertised. We met at one bar and sat there for a long time. The tour guide walked around the table and told somewhat of a "ghost" story and showed us pictures on her phone of what might be a haunted place. The whole point of a haunted pub crawl is to walk past haunted and spooky places on your way from one bar to another. That did not happen at all. All we got was less than a handful of very hard to hear stories (that were repeated numerous times to each group within the tour) while…”

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7.Haunted Ghosts, Witches, and Pirates Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 107 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Follow a costumed guide with a lantern through Colonial Williamsburg for two hours of ghost stories, witch-trial lore, pirate tales, and local history. You’ll visit 13 reported haunted sites, hear about the 17 spirits linked to the Peyton Randolph House, and meet Mr Pirate and Petey the Parrot. Guides have included Mike, Grace, Gracie, and Lexi.

“Extremely interesting and fun. Quite entertaining. I would recommend this tour for the entire family.”

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8.Colonial Williamsburg Ghost Stories and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $25Top rated

Join Lonnie Sandifer at 8 p.m. for a one-hour walk from Bruton Parish Episcopal Church to the Peyton Randolph House. Hear six to eight historically researched ghost stories from four centuries, enjoy three or more photo stops, and explore Williamsburg at night without entering the historic homes.

“The guide was very good-professional, knowledgeable, and personable. Provided a lot of historical information as well as “ghostly “ accounts.”

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9.Dead Of Night Ghost Tour in Williamsburg / PARANORMAL EQUIPMENT

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk Williamsburg after dark with a paranormal guide such as Denny, hearing tales of Colonial-era deaths, crimes, and restless spirits. You may use spirit boxes, rods, and other investigation tools while visiting historic streets and houses. The tour lasts about two hours, costs $30, and returns to 430 E Duke of Gloucester Street.

“Very disappointed . It was nothing as expected. It started off slow, and never really took off. Not worth the money”

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10.Colonial Ghosts: Ghostly Whispers of Williamsburg Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 32 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $21

Walk Colonial Williamsburg at night with guides such as Austin, Katherine, Patrick, or Robert, hearing local ghost stories, crime tales, and dark history. The 60 to 90 minute route includes the Governor’s Palace hedge maze, Peyton Randolph House, and Market Square. Expect about a mile on foot, rain or shine.

“Austin did a great job telling us about the history of the area. He made the tour hauntingly exciting. I would definitely do this again when I am back in this area.”

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11.Colonial Ghosts Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 20 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Join an English-speaking guide for a two-hour, one-mile Williamsburg pub crawl through eight haunted sites. Hear stories at Bruton Parish Church, Kimball Theatre, the Wren Building, and more, with pub stops including Amber Ox and DoG Street Pub. Guides such as Patrick and Chelsea have led engaging tours, and non-drinkers can order mocktails.

“Chelsea was amazing, she gave us a good tour of Williamsburg but we also learned the history of the college and the town on top of the ghost stories! And really we enjoyed her conversation at the pubs between ghost stories.”

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12.Echoes of Twilight Late-Night Ghost Tour

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

Join a US Ghost Adventures guide for a two-hour, late-night walk through Colonial Williamsburg. Hear stories of Blackbeard’s crew, Civil War soldiers, witch trials, the Eastern Lunatic Asylum, and Mr. Scratch at the Public Gaol. Guides such as Austin and Patrick add local history and personal paranormal tales.

“Our guide, Austin was awesome. The tour was full of historical and interesting facts. We were not able to experience any paranormal activities, but the tour was well worth it.”

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13.Edge of Midnight Witching Hour Williamsburg Ghost Hunt w/ Gear

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $43

Meet your guide at 11 pm for a two-hour Williamsburg ghost hunt through Bruton Parish Church, the Governor’s Palace, Peyton Randolph House, the jail area, and Merchants Square. You’ll hear researched local stories, examine reported paranormal hotspots, and use ghost-hunting gear along the way. Guide Steve has earned praise for his warm, engaging approach.

“Steve, the guide, was awesome. But, for us older folk who have issues walking, he walked too fast and we had a hard time keeping up. No ghosts found or heard so I'm not sure the tour was worth the money. Nothing exciting happened.”

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14.Dark History Conspiracy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $25

At 8 pm, join a costumed Spooks and Legends guide, including guides such as Michael, near Colonial Williamsburg’s Capitol Building. Over 90 minutes, hear tales of secret societies, founding-era politics, Thomas Jefferson, the Illuminati, and Rockefeller’s Williamsburg. The tour costs $25 and returns to the meeting point.

“Michael was our guide and he was very knowledgable. The conspiracy tour was a great alternative since we did not want to attend a tour about murder or ghosts. We had a great time and would highly recommend.”

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15.Dead of Night Paranormal investigations Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1h 45m · from $30

Join an English-speaking paranormal guide with 20 years of experience for a 105-minute night walk through Colonial Williamsburg. Use EMF meters, dowsing rods, Rem Pods, and a PSB7 Spirit Box at haunted sites including the Peyton Randolph House, Public Gaol, and burial grounds. Small groups, wheelchair access, and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead make planning easier.

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