Philadelphia Ghost Tours
Experience the Haunted History of Philadelphia
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Experience the Haunted History of Philadelphia
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Philadelphia is one of the most historic cities in America, and few places carry their past as heavily after dark. Ghost City Tours leads walking tours through the colonial heart of the old city, from the halls where a nation was founded to the shadowed edges of Washington Square, tracing the betrayal, madness, and murder that the history books tend to leave out.
Our local guides tell the true, researched history behind Philadelphia's hauntings: the Revolutionary War spirits, the colonial curses, and the founding fathers who may never have left. Take the family-friendly Ghosts of Philadelphia Tour past Independence Hall and the old City Tavern, the adults-only Founding Phantoms Tour for the unfiltered stories, or the Haunted Pub Crawl through Old City's colonial taverns, where soldiers and plague victims still refuse to give up their favorite rooms.
Ghost City Tours has been telling Philadelphia's darkest stories since 2012, with a tour for every kind of night, from families to date nights to the truly fearless. Book your Philadelphia ghost tour today and hear the haunted history behind the birthplace of America.
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An adults-only after-dark walk through colonial Philadelphia's macabre underbelly. Ninety minutes from Independence Hall to Washington Square, tracing the betrayal, madness, and murder behind the nation's founding, told unfiltered with the strong language and grim detail left in.
A family-friendly evening walk through historic Philadelphia, from Independence Hall to the old City Tavern. Ghost stories of Revolutionary War spirits, colonial curses, and founding fathers who may never have left, with no gimmicks or jump scares.
A 21+ crawl through Old City Philadelphia's colonial taverns. Raise a pint in the gaslit rooms near Independence Hall where the Founding Fathers drank and debated, and hear how Revolutionary-era ghosts still refuse to leave their favorite bars.
Join thousands of satisfied guests who have discovered the dark secrets and ghostly tales that make Philadelphia one of America's most haunted cities.
Join millions of happy guests who've experienced Philadelphia with Ghost City Tours
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| Attribute | The Founding Phantoms Ghost Tour | The Ghosts of Philadelphia Tour | Philadelphia Haunted Pub Crawl |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 90 min | 90 min | 120 min |
| Walking distance | 1 mi | 1 mi | 1 mi |
| Pace | Moderate | Leisurely | Leisurely |
| Age requirement | 16+ | All ages | 21+ |
| Family-friendly | Not suitable | Ideal | Not suitable |
| Paranormal intensity | |||
| Scare factor | |||
| In the rain | Operates rain or shine | Operates rain or shine | Excellent |
| Best for | Date nightAfter dinnerLate night+1 | Family vacationPre-dinnerWeekend getaway | BacheloretteBachelor partyWeekend getaway+2 |
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Philadelphia is one of America's most haunted cities
Philadelphia has a rich and often dark history that spans centuries. From tragic tales to unexplained phenomena, our city is filled with paranormal activity.
Our expert guides will lead you through the historic streets, sharing authenticated ghost stories and local legends that will send shivers down your spine.
Learn about Philadelphia's most famous hauntings and the real history behind them.
Visit actual haunted sites where paranormal activity has been reported for generations.
Our guides are passionate storytellers who know Philadelphia's dark history inside and out.
Join thousands who have experienced the paranormal side of Philadelphia. Whether you're a skeptic or a true believer, our tours will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Real places · Documented history
Explore the paranormal hotspots
Philadelphia is home to numerous haunted locations, each with its own tragic tale and ghostly residents.
We've documented 13 real haunted places in Philadelphia — each one an actual site with a researched history, not a legend we invented.
View all haunted locations in PhiladelphiaRead the full story behind each haunted location, then see the tours that walk you through them.
The highest quality tour company
Ghost City began operating tours in 2012, and before long, we became the Best Ghost Tour Company in the entire World. 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 7 am - 11:30 pm, seven days a week. We're here to help.
Since our founding, over 9,000,000 people have joined Ghost City for a tour. This doesn't happen unless you're excellent.
We employ and support Veterans from all Branches. We thank you for your service and are proud to offer you a discount!
We're so confident that you'll love your Ghost Tour we offer a Money Back Guarantee.
The best Tour Guides want to work with Ghost City. You won't find better tour guides in Philadelphia.
We're not just a Ghost Tour company - we're a team of people who love ghost hunting and exploring the paranormal.
Trusted by Millions of Ghost Tour Enthusiasts since 2012
We understand that you may have some questions about our 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 tours.
ALL of our Ghost Tours are Walking Tours. Walking Tours allow you to immerse yourself in the stories we tell.
Most of our ghost tours last between 60-90 minutes, covering approximately 1 to 1.5 miles of easy walking.
Our ghost tours run 7 days a week, year-round! Check our booking calendar for specific times and availability.
Most of our tour routes are wheelchair accessible as we stay on city sidewalks and paved areas.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Bring your camera - you never know what you might capture!
We do not sell our tickets through Groupon or any other discount platform. We believe in providing exceptional value at our regular prices, and we stand behind the quality of our tours. You can purchase tickets directly through our website or by calling our Guest Services team.
Our tours take you to the most haunted locations in Philadelphia, where we share the dark history and paranormal stories of each site. While we don't typically enter private buildings, you'll stand in the very spots where tragic events occurred and spirits are said to linger. Many guests have captured unexplained phenomena in their photos!
We offer a Money Back Guarantee because we're confident you'll love your tour. If you take the tour and don't love it, we'll give your money back. We also offer free reschedules anytime, even after your tour has started, in case of weather or unexpected circumstances.
Children are considered ages 6-12 for our family-friendly tours. Kids 5 and under are free! We recommend our family tours for children who can walk for about 1.5 hours and enjoy spooky (but not too scary) stories. For more intense experiences, we offer adults-only tours for guests 16 and older.
Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome on most of our outdoor walking tours! However, they're not permitted on our Haunted Pub Crawl tours due to venue restrictions. Please keep in mind that some pets may be sensitive to paranormal activity - we've seen some interesting reactions!
Our Guest Services team is here to help 7 days a week from 7 AM to 11:30 PM.
Don't miss out on the #1 rated ghost tour experience in Philadelphia. Book your adventure today!
Choose from family-friendly, adults-only, or pub crawl experiences.
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Rain or shine, we run tours every single night of the year.
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