Top 9 Ghost Tours in Philadelphia

Destination: Philadelphia.
From the chilling tales of the lingering spirits in Washington Park to the haunted site of Benjamin Franklin’s Grave, this tour will guide you in the footsteps of founding fathers, uncovering the stories and secrets that have shaped the United States of America. Go at your own pace this tour is on our walking tour app, take it anytime. The tour never expires, take it anytime. The tour takes more than one hour without stopping. But feel free to stop in at one of the haunted sites to explore more, if you dare!
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Destination: Philadelphia.
This adult night tour is not for the faint of heart. Developed by a local university professor well-versed in the dark side of Philadelphia, this tour covers all of the sightseeing of the Revolutionary War Period in Philadelphia including Alexander Hamilton's home, The Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and more. And, all of the R-rated sites and stories not suitable for children too. Follow your local guide as you learn about vampires, sex, ghosts, and more on this fascinating tour under moonlight.
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Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Philadelphia.
This ghost aficionado’s dream tour visits the sites of live Witch Trials, Founding Father’s graves, bodies stacked under colonial structures and colonial boneyard haunts in a one hour pre-pub historic site’s visit before entering the most haunted taverns known to Philadelphia.
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Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Philadelphia may be the Cradle of Liberty, but it's also a city spooked by true ghastly stories of the town that inspired Edgar Allen Poe to write "The Murders of Rue Morgue" and "The Raven." On this tour, possible sightings include desecrating German Soldiers, the tragic Edgar Allen Poe, Bishop White's murderous cook, and maybe even a dancing Ben Franklin! Sights our paranormal experts walk you by and cover include Pennsylvania Hospital, City Tavern and Carpenter's Hall.
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Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Raise a glass to Philly’s #1 haunted pub crawl, where ghosts and spirits collide for a night of chills and cocktails! Operating daily, year-round, our USMC Disabled Combat-Veteran-Owned, women and minority-led tours blend real hauntings with historic bars for an unforgettable evening. Sip your way through Independence Beer Garden, Revolution Hall, Plough & Stars, and JJ Bootleggers, while uncovering Philly’s eerie past between stops. Hear true ghost stories, legends of restless spirits, and spine-tingling encounters as you explore the city’s most haunted drinking spots. We’ll spend 15-60 minutes at each location, depending on the day and season. Drinks aren’t included, but the ghostly tales are plenty! Perfect for private groups, bachelorette parties, and special events, this boozy, spooky adventure is one you won’t forget. Ready for a night of liquid courage and lingering spirits?
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Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Step into the eerie streets of Philadelphia with our Ghost Tour, where history and the supernatural intertwine! Guided by a local expert, this tour offers a thrilling glimpse into the city's spectral past. As you stroll through this district, you'll encounter tales of spirits lingering in iconic locations, including ghostly apparitions of America's founding fathers. Each stop on this mile-long journey blends the past with the present, revealing Philadelphia's haunting side. Be mesmerized by Washington Square Park, where whispers of history drift through the trees, and Independence Hall, where patriotic spirits might still roam. Feel the eerie presence around the Liberty Bell and explore the American Philosophical Society Library, where history seems to come alive. While we can’t enter private buildings, the haunted ambiance of these sites promises an evening of spine-tingling stories and historical intrigue. Join us to uncover the ghostly secrets of the City of Brotherly Love!
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Duration: Around 1 hour.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Discover the secrets hidden in the shadows of America's most historic and most haunted city! Join the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia for a candlelight walking tour along the back streets and secret gardens of Independence Park, Society Hill, and Old City, where ghostly spirits, haunted houses, and eerie graveyards lurk in the night! Experience history brought back to life with a costumed tour guide spinning tales of mystery and intrigue. Hear seldom-told tales about the city's historic sites, such as Independence Hall, Washington Square, Powel House, City Tavern, and more.
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Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Ghosts! This evening walking tour is filled with tales of the lost souls who haunt Old City. Hear about yellow fever, gun duels, horrible injuries, gross illnesses ... we hope you're okay after this.
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Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Philadelphia.
There are over 340 years of triumph and tragedy that refuse to stay buried beneath Philadelphia’s cobblestone streets. On this chilling self-guided walking tour, you’ll explore the haunted corners of Old City and Society Hill. It’s a place where America’s founding fathers still linger, revolutionary soldiers still march, and centuries of restless spirits make their presence known through cold spots, phantom footsteps, and unexplained phenomena. This tour starts at Benjamin Franklin’s grave outside Christ Church Burial Ground, where visitors often report seeing a tall figure in 18th-century clothes pacing the fence line. You’ll weave through the historic streets of Old City, passing the Betsy Ross House where staff report ice-cold air in warm rooms and footsteps pacing empty floors. You’ll explore Elfreth’s Alley, America’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street, where British soldiers are still said to patrol and children’s laughter echoes across empty cobblestones.
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