Philadelphia may be the birthplace of American freedom, but beneath its cobblestone streets and founding ideals lies a chilling history of betrayal, madness, and murder. If you're ready to explore the macabre underbelly of our nation's earliest days, the Founding Phantoms Ghost Tour is the experience you've been dying for.
This isn't your average ghost tour. Founding Phantoms is Philadelphia's premier adults-only haunted experience, designed for mature audiences ages 16 and up. With mature themes, graphic stories, and strong language, this tour is strictly off-limits to children, and highly recommended for those who want a spine-tingling, unfiltered look into the city's haunted past.
This isn't just a ghost tour, it's a journey into the twisted soul of colonial Philadelphia. You'll walk in the footsteps of the tortured, the wronged, and the wicked, hearing stories that blur the line between man and monster. It's history as you've never heard it before, brutal, unvarnished, and absolutely unforgettable.
Rated a chilling 4.8 stars by thousands of past guests, many say this is the spookiest ghost tour they've ever taken. And by the end of the night, you might be double-checking the locks at your hotel.
Adults-Only (16+) - No kids. No filters. Just raw, disturbing stories from Philadelphia's shadowy past.
4.8 Stars & Rave Reviews - Guests consistently call this one of the most terrifying and thought-provoking ghost tours in the country.
The Haunted Side of America's Founders - Uncover shocking stories of greed, insanity, death, and betrayal involving the very people who shaped our nation.
Walk the Darkest Corners of Old City - From haunted alleyways to buildings where tormented spirits still linger, this is where history and horror collide.
Led by the Best Tour Guides in Philly - Our expert storytellers are equal parts historians and performers, delivering unforgettable, goosebump-inducing stories.
We're so sure you'll love our Founding Phantoms Ghost Tour, we'll give you your money back if you don't (no refunds for lack of activity)
If you're brave enough to face the haunted legacy of America's Founding Fathers, the Founding Phantoms Ghost Tour will show you just how dark the American dream can be. Book your tickets now, and prepare for a night that will stay with you long after the tour ends.
Nightly: 9 pm | A 90-Minute Tour
The Founding Phantoms Ghost Tour is for guests 16 years of age or older
This is a pet-friendly Ghost Tour
Alcoholic drinks are not allowed on this tour
Ages 16+: $34.99
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Part of the original five squares established by Pennsylvania founder William Penn, Washington Square is a lush haven in a bustling city. Discover the phantoms of this public park.
The Founding Phantoms Ghost Tour is our Adults Only Tour in Philadelphia. It's also the most unique. We use Philadelphia's haunted locations to tell the lesser-known stories of our Founding Fathers and the hauntings tied to them. If you're looking for an amazing, through-provoking Ghost Tour, this is the tour for you.
In addition, Ghost City Tours is an amazing company to do business with. We're very flexible and the only tour company in Philadelphia to provide true 24/7 customer support.
We offer Free Reschedules for up to 48 hours before your tour
You and your family are going to have a great time on the tour - or we'll give you your money back
In every city we operate in, Ghost City Tours is the highest rated Ghost Tour Company
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If you're planning a trip to Philadelphia, there is a good chance that you're interested in the many haunted houses, cemeteries, and other locations in town. If that sounds like you, you're in luck!
Below, you'll find a list of some of our favorite haunted and spooky locations in and around Philadelphia. Many people like visiting these haunted places during the daytime, then come back at night to take a Ghost Tour with us.
Check out Philadelphia's most haunted places
The Eastern State Penitentiary sits in the middle of Philadelphia's Fairmount neighborhood. The decaying castle-like structure is one of America's most notorious prisons and considered the most haunted site in Pennsylvania.
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Thousands of tourists flock to Elfreth's Alley every year to learn about the history of the Nation's first residential street. Among the history buffs, you'll find ghost hunters.
Learn more about Elfreth's Alley
Commissioned in 1771, Philadelphia's Fort Mifflin is considered one of the most terrifying places in America.
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Bring your group on a ghost tour of Philadelphia with Ghost City Tours. Whether you have a group of 12 or 312, Ghost City Tours offers the best group ghost tours in Philadelphia.
We offer a Group Discount of 15% for groups of 12 or more.
For Groups of 30 or more, we even offer payment plans if you book your Ghost Tour far enough in advance.
Starting Location
The Founding Phantoms Ghost Tour starts at 850 Walnut Street, Philadelphia PA 19107. When you arrive, you'll see a statue called the Star Man in the Ancient Garden Sculpture. This is where your Tour Guide will meet you.
If you need directions or get lost, you have a map in your Ticket Confirmation email. You can also call our office at 855-999-0491, and we'll get you to the right place!
If you've been to Philadelphia before, you know parking can be very hard to find. If you haven't been, you'll find that out. We recommend that you grab an Uber or pedicab to meet us. It'll save you a big hassle of trying to find parking.
Free Rescheduling if your plans change
You're purchasing tickets for Philadelphia's only Ghost Tour for adults
Receive tickets immediately by email
You must purchase tickets in advance
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