
Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour
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September 2026
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Adults
Age 13 and over
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Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 18 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour worth booking?
Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Charleston, United States, from $37 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (18)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $37 per person
Your pirate guide will lead the group on a 1.5-hour walking tour through historic downtown Charleston. You will begin at a bar housed in a historic building where guests will have time to purchase and enjoy a delicious l
What you get
About this experience
Your pirate guide will lead the group on a 1.5-hour walking tour through historic downtown Charleston. You will begin at a bar housed in a historic building where guests will have time to purchase and enjoy a delicious libation as the guide tells them about Charleston's fascinating haunted history. Then you will depart for a walking journey of the rest of Charleston's spooky French Quarter. Please keep in mind that this is a walking tour! Per city law, Alcohol must NEVER be taken out of the bar. Tour route and drink stops are subject to availability. All guests must be 18+ with Valid ID, and 21+ with valid ID to consume alcohol. Alcohol is NOT included.
What's included
Included
- Stories of local hauntings and ghosts
- 1.5 hour walking tour
- Costumed Tour Guide
- Visit a local, historic bar
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Explore the history and mystery of the historic Charleston French Quarter.
60 minutes here
Charleston Waterfront Park
Hear about the spirits that come from all directions over the Charleston Harbor to haunt this beautiful park.
5 minutes here
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
Learn what haunts the basement of this historic building. *We do not go inside!!
5 minutes here
Washington Square
Learn of the multiple ghost that haunt the Four Corners of Law.
5 minutes here
Circular Congregational Church
Learn who is still haunting the graveyard of this historic church.
5 minutes here
Charleston City Market
Hear tales about this historic outdoor market.
5 minutes here
The Powder Magazine
Catch some creepy photos at this historic arsenal.
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Charleston
Please check in with your pirate guide on the Patio.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends outside of Henry's on the Market.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Nightly Spirits
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All guests must be 18+ with valid ID
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
our guide was very...
our guide was very knowledgeable and fun. Very engaging. Put in extra effort to tell extra stories even after tour was complete
via Viator
Kelly’s biggest fans
Kelly rocks! Loved the history included and all the extra details about some spooky ladies. She was great about wrangling our wild group!!
via Tripadvisor
informative and so fun!
this was such a fun tour! kelly was amazing and incredibly well versed in the history as well as her own accounts! she was real and so funny. 100% would go again!
via Tripadvisor
Kelly’s Ghost Tour
A great tour and an even better tour guide - we loved our experience with Kelly! She was an excellent educator and answered all of our questions so thoroughly.
via Tripadvisor
Great tour!
Gold Star! Kelly was awesome. We had a great time touring downtown Charleston. Fun combination of history and fun. Definitely recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 68
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charleston.
How much does Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $37 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Charleston usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Charleston is not rushed.
Is Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 18 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Charleston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Charleston can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Charleston and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Charleston Nightmares and Nightcaps Ghost Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Charleston within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Charleston?
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Charleston's best experiences are small: house museum tours with an architectural historian, Gullah heritage walks, harbour sails at sunset and Lowcountry food crawls through the market district. Plantation day trips vary enormously in how honestly they handle the history, and our ranking factors that in directly. On Outty we rank every Charleston experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour, Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel, Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Charleston?
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March to May and September to November, the two mild shoulder windows. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Charleston?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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