When the sun sets in Williamsburg, the past doesn’t stay quiet—it whispers through the streets, echoing from centuries-old buildings and shadowy alleyways. A ghost tour with Ghost City Tours is the perfect way to experience the haunted history of one of America's most historic towns. If you’re looking for something fun, a little spooky, and absolutely unforgettable to do at night, our ghost tours offer the perfect blend of eerie entertainment and rich storytelling.
Our expert guides are master storytellers who bring Williamsburg’s ghostly past to life with passion and just the right amount of spine-tingling suspense. You’ll learn the legends and true stories that make this city one of the most compelling—and haunted—places in the country. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, a ghost tour is a fun and fascinating way to see Williamsburg in a whole new light (or lack thereof).
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Planning a group trip to Williamsburg and looking for something unforgettable? Ghost City Tours is proud to be the #1 provider of group and private ghost tours in the United States, offering unmatched expertise in creating thrilling and entertaining experiences for groups of all sizes. Whether you're organizing a school field trip, a wedding weekend activity, or simply traveling with a large group of friends or family, our ghost tours are a perfect way to explore Williamsburg’s haunted past together.
Our team specializes in making group tours seamless, fun, and stress-free. We offer flexible scheduling, customized tour options, and access to the most haunted and historic locations in Williamsburg. From Colonial ghost stories to tales of long-forgotten tragedies, your group will hear the eerie accounts that make this city one of the most haunted in America. Plus, with expert guides trained in both storytelling and crowd engagement, your guests will be captivated from beginning to end.
With thousands of successful group tours across the country, Ghost City Tours has become the trusted name for ghostly experiences that are both spooky and memorable. So whether you're a teacher, tour operator, event planner, or just the one in charge of your group’s itinerary, rest assured—you’re in the best hands when you choose Ghost City. Contact us today to schedule your group’s ghost tour in Williamsburg and see why we’re the most trusted ghost tour company in America..
With a past steeped in colonial conflict, revolution, lost souls, and restless spirits, Williamsburg is a city where history and the paranormal intertwine. On our Williamsburg Ghost Tours, you’ll step back in time and uncover the chilling tales of those who never truly left this historic town behind.
At Ghost City Tours of Williamsburg, we’re proud to offer a variety of unique ghost tours. Each of our tours is designed to be different—not only from each other but from anything offered by other tour companies in Williamsburg. All of our tours take place in the beautiful and haunted Historic District, never straying far from the most popular hotels. Whether you're visiting Williamsburg with friends, family, or you're a lifelong local, our ghost tours will give you a haunting new perspective on this iconic colonial city.
Our Tour Guides are the best in Williamsburg. Passionate about history and the paranormal, they bring the stories of Williamsburg’s ghosts to life in a fun, engaging, and unforgettable way. Always approachable and knowledgeable, they’re the reason so many guests rave about their experience with Ghost City Tours.
Ghost City began operating tours in 2012, and before long, we became the Best Ghost Tour Company in the Country. Our dedication to quality and authenticity has not only set us apart from the rest but made us the leader in the industry.
Ghost City operates a full Guest Services office, open from 8 am - 11:30 pm, seven days a week. We're here to help.
There is a reason why we're the largest Ghost Tour company in the World - people love our tours! You won't find a higher quality tour in Williamsburg.
We employ and support Veterans from all Branches - We thank you for your service and are proud to offer you a discount!
In the rare circumstances where someone isn't 100% satisfied, we'll do what we need to do to make it right.
The best Tour Guides want to work with Ghost City. You won't find better tour guides in any of our cities.
We're not just a Ghost Tour company - we're a team of people who love ghost hunting and exploring the paranormal.
With the amazing history, and colorful characters of Williamsburg's past, it will surprise absolutely nobody that Williamsburg is home to many ghosts, and some of the most haunted homes in the United States. It is even said that people in Williamsburg have seen the ghost of Thomas Jefferson himself!
Being a Ghost Tour company, it is to be expected that you're going to be visiting some of Williamsburg haunted locations. However, we took this even further. We did the research to find the MOST haunted locations in WIlliamsburg, where people still see ghosts today. Whether you choose our all-ages ghost tour, or the adults-only tour, you'll be visiting these very haunted locations. You never know, you may be the next person on one of our Ghost Tours to have a paranormal experience!
Often considered the most haunted house in Williamsburg—and possibly all of America—the Peyton Randolph House is known for its intense and unsettling paranormal activity. Guests and staff have reported disembodied voices, unexplained footsteps, and even physical encounters. With a tragic history marked by illness, death, and slavery, it’s no wonder this colonial mansion is a hotbed for ghostly encounters.
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Chownings Tavern may serve hearty colonial fare by day, but after dark, the past comes alive in chilling ways. Known for flickering lights, mysteriously moved objects, and the occasional shadowy figure, this historic tavern is said to be haunted by past patrons and former employees who never truly checked out. It’s a favorite stop for ghost hunters and late-night storytellers alike.
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This colonial-era jail once held pirates, criminals, and those awaiting execution—and many believe some of them never left. Visitors to the Williamsburg Gaol report cold spots, ghostly moans, and eerie feelings of being watched. The spirits of long-dead inmates may still linger behind its thick stone walls, unable to escape their sentences.
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The stately George Wythe House, once home to a signer of the Declaration of Independence, is more than just a piece of history—it’s a magnet for the paranormal. Guests have seen ghostly apparitions in the windows and heard unexplained voices throughout the house. With stories of betrayal and mysterious death tied to the Wythe family, this haunting is as intriguing as it is chilling.
Learn More about the Haunted George Wyth House.We understand that you may have some questions about our Williamsburg Ghost Tours - and you don't want to call. Below you can find the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions we get about our haunted tours.
Are these walking tours?
ALL of our Ghost Tours are Walking Tours. You do have other options, such as Horse-Drawn Carriage Ghost Tours. To FEEL the energy that our ghosts give off, you have to be in the actual places where the haunting takes place. Imagine walking through a haunted alley with all of the lights out or standing on what was once a battlefield. Are you already feeling the tingles up your spine?
Can I buy tickets for your Ghost Tours through Groupon?
Ghost City has never sold Groupon vouchers - and we never will. There are companies which offer their tickets for sale on Groupon. And if you're not worried about the quality of the tour you're getting - you can certainly spend some time on Groupon or Living Social and find tickets.
We know that our experiences are of the highest quality, with thousands of 5-star reviews from tourists and locals who have enjoyed them. Also, we often sell out - especially on the weekends and on Holidays. There is simply no reason why we'd sell our tours on Groupon.
Is this a Ghost Tour where we go into Haunted Places?
Some locations allow us to come in; most don't. Many of the locations that you'll be visiting are private residences. Obviously the residents would not be happy about us coming into their homes. Therefore we do not go into most of the locations we visit.
Once I purchase tickets, can I get a refund?
You can reschedule your Ghost Tour at any time, even after your Tour. We offer a Money Back Guarantee on all of our tours - if you take it and don't like it, we'll refund your entire purchase. If you need assistance, please call us at 855-999-0491.
For your family ghost tours, what is the age of a child?
When it comes to buying tickets for our tours, the following classes of tickets are based on age.
Keep in mind, some of our tours are simply for ages 16+ or 21+ only. For those tours there is only one ticket type you can choose from.
What days of the week are your Ghost Tours available for?
Our Williamsburg Ghost Tours run 7 days per week from April through Halloween. In addition, we often open up additional time slots for our tours as the original time sells out. If you want to book a tour Ghost City Tours will ensure that we are able to fit you in a tour. We still advise you to purchase your tickets as soon as you know which tour you want to take.
You can purchase your tickets online or by phone. In either case, you'll receive your tickets immediately via email. You must buy your tickets in advance.