Ghost Tours in Tennessee
CIVIL WAR BATTLEFIELDS • COUNTRY MUSIC LEGENDS • THE VOLUNTEER STATE'S DARKEST SECRETS
CIVIL WAR BATTLEFIELDS • COUNTRY MUSIC LEGENDS • THE VOLUNTEER STATE'S DARKEST SECRETS
Centuries of Conflict, Music Legends, and Mountain Mysteries
Tennessee's haunted history runs deep through the mountains, battlefields, and music halls of the Volunteer State. From the bloodiest battles of the Civil War to the tragic deaths of country music stars, from frontier settlements to modern-day mysteries, Tennessee's paranormal activity reflects its diverse and often violent past. The spirits of soldiers, outlaws, celebrities, and ordinary citizens are said to linger in cities across the state.
Some of the war's bloodiest battles fought on Tennessee soil
Legendary musicians who never left Nashville
Ancient Cherokee spirits and mountain mysteries
Outlaws and vigilantes from Tennessee's wild past
Spectral performers still taking the stage
Secret passageways hiding dark histories
Explore haunted history across the Volunteer State
Discover the dark secrets and paranormal stories of Chattanooga on our award-winning ghost tours.
Looking for a ghost tour that's darker, grittier, and made exclusively for adults? Cursed in Chattanooga is the only 16+ ghost tour in Chattanooga, offering a chilling and unfiltered look into the city's most disturbing hauntings and sinister secrets. With a 4.8-star rating and thousands of guests who've braved its shadows, this tour is a favorite for thrill-seekers, true crime fans, and anyone drawn to the macabre.
Looking for a fun, spooky, and unforgettable way to spend an evening in Chattanooga? Whether you're visiting with family, exploring with friends, or just love a good ghost story, the Ghosts of Chattanooga Tour is the perfect all-ages experience. Rated 4.8 stars by thousands of past guests, it's the most popular family-friendly ghost tour in the city, and with good reason.
Discover the dark secrets and paranormal stories of Franklin on our award-winning ghost tours.
Step into the shadows of one of Tennessee's most historic and haunted towns on the Ghosts of Franklin Tour. This all-ages ghost tour takes you through the heart of Franklin, where the echoes of the Civil War still resonate and spirits from the Battle of Franklin are said to walk among us.
Discover the dark secrets and paranormal stories of Gatlinburg on our award-winning ghost tours.
Beneath the charming surface of Gatlinburg lies a world far more sinister—one steeped in ancient legends, restless spirits, and something far darker. The Grave Intentions Ghost Tour peels back the mountain mist to reveal the city’s most chilling hauntings. Designed for adults 16 and up, this tour dives headfirst into the unsettling side of Gatlinburg, from demonic entities to the tormented spirits tied to Cherokee folklore. It’s not for the faint of heart—and we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Beneath the charming surface of Gatlinburg lies a world far more sinister—one steeped in ancient legends, restless spirits, and something far darker. The Grave Intentions Ghost Tour peels back the mountain mist to reveal the city’s most chilling hauntings. Designed for adults 16 and up, this tour dives headfirst into the unsettling side of Gatlinburg, from demonic entities to the tormented spirits tied to Cherokee folklore. It’s not for the faint of heart—and we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Join us for Gatlinburgs original haunted pub crawl, where spirits meet spirits.
Discover the dark secrets and paranormal stories of Nashville on our award-winning ghost tours.
Are you ready for an evening of spine-tingling fun in the heart of Nashville? Join us on the Ghosts of Nashville Tour, the top-rated all-ages ghost tour in the city, rated 4.8 stars and loved by thousands of guests who've experienced the thrill of Nashville's most haunted locations firsthand.
The Seeking Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl is one of the most unforgettable ways to experience Nashville at night. We’ve kept it intimate—limited to just 15 guests per tour—so you’ll never feel like you’re lost in the crowd. With flexible bookings that let you reschedule up to 8 hours before, it’s easy to fit into your plans whether you’re a local or just visiting Music City. This isn’t your average pub crawl—it’s a spirited mix of Nashville’s haunted history and its most storied bars.
If you're obsessed with true crime, fascinated by the paranormal, or just looking for a thrilling night out in Nashville with no kids in sight, then the Murder in Music City Ghost Tour is exactly what you've been searching for.
A Legacy of War, Music, and Mountain Mysteries
Tennessee saw more Civil War battles than any state except Virginia—over 1,500 engagements. The battles of Shiloh, Stones River, Franklin, and Chattanooga were among the war's bloodiest, claiming tens of thousands of lives. The Battle of Franklin alone resulted in nearly 10,000 casualties in just five hours, earning it the nickname 'the Gettysburg of the West.' Soldiers' spirits are reported at battlefields, historic homes, and unmarked graves throughout the state. Many believe these restless souls are still fighting the war that took their lives.
Nashville, the heart of country music, has lost countless legendary performers to tragic deaths—plane crashes, overdoses, murders, and mysterious circumstances. From Patsy Cline to Hank Williams, many music stars met untimely ends. Their spirits are said to haunt the very venues where they performed, the studios where they recorded, and the hotels where they stayed. The Ryman Auditorium, Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, and the old recording studios on Music Row all report paranormal activity from performers who never took their final bow.
Before European settlement, Tennessee was home to the Cherokee Nation for thousands of years. The forced removal known as the Trail of Tears began in Tennessee, where thousands of Cherokee died before even starting the brutal journey west. The Great Smoky Mountains are considered sacred by the Cherokee and are said to be inhabited by ancient spirits. Hikers, park rangers, and residents report encounters with Native American spirits, mysterious lights, and unexplained phenomena in the mountains, particularly near old Cherokee settlements and burial grounds.
Many Tennessee cities have extensive underground tunnel systems—some used during the Civil War, others for bootlegging during Prohibition, and still others for purposes lost to history. These dark, forgotten passages are hotspots for paranormal activity. Nashville, Chattanooga, and other cities offer underground tours where visitors encounter cold spots, shadow figures, and unexplained sounds. Some tunnels connected to brothels, speakeasies, and sites of murders, adding layers of dark history to these already eerie locations.
Book your Tennessee ghost tour and discover the Volunteer State's darkest history