Olde Town Ghost Walk in Newport, United States
Newport, United States

Olde Town Ghost Walk

Outty Ranking 63 4.5 · 250 traveler reviews1.5 hoursFrom $24
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Outty Ranking

63/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.5/5

Based on 250 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Olde Town Ghost Walk worth booking?

Olde Town Ghost Walk is a 1.5-hour experience in Newport, United States, from $24 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 250 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
63 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (250)
Duration
1.5 hours
From
$24 per person

The Olde Town Ghost Walk is Newport, Rhode Island's original and most popular paranormal walking tour. Accept no imitations or copycat local ghost tours. Join Newport, Rhode Island's #1 walking tour! Your lantern led walking tour will take you to Newport's oldest and most haunted locations. These are true ghost sightings and discovered with nearly 20 years of research and firsthand witness accounts. Bring a camera or cell phone as well. Numerous guests capture ghostly images during the tour! Don't wait, make tonight your time to Discover Newport, RI's haunted Past!

What you get

    About this experience

    The Olde Town Ghost Walk is Newport, Rhode Island's original and most popular paranormal walking tour. Accept no imitations or copycat local ghost tours. Join Newport, Rhode Island's #1 walking tour! Your lantern led walking tour will take you to Newport's oldest and most haunted locations. These are true ghost sightings and discovered with nearly 20 years of research and firsthand witness accounts. Bring a camera or cell phone as well. Numerous guests capture ghostly images during the tour! Don't wait, make tonight your time to Discover Newport, RI's haunted Past!

    What's included

    Included

    • Olde town ghost walking Tour
    • Newport's oldest and most haunted locations

    What you'll see and do

    1. Today’s Newport attracts countless visitors from around the world; its streets are alive with art, culture, wealth, and beauty. Yet the city harbors echoes of a dark and turbulent past, including a variety of haunted sites: the Jailhouse Inn, Washington Square, the White Horse Tavern―America’s oldest tavern―and many more.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Today’s Newport attracts countless visitors from around the world; its streets are alive with art, culture, wealth, and beauty. Yet the city harbors echoes of a dark and turbulent past, including a variety of haunted sites: the Jailhouse Inn, Washington Square, the White Horse Tavern―America’s oldest tavern―and many more.

      10 minutes here

    3. Jane Pickens Theater

      You will see the location of a spirit who still frequents the movies even after her death!

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Artillery Company of Newport

      See the oldest chartered military organization in the United States, home to Paul Revere made cannons and spirits of wars gone by!

      5 minutes here · Admission not included

    5. The Final Stop..

      10 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Newport

    INSIDE THE NEWPORT MARRIOTT HOTEL!!! 2nd Floor, LOBBY OF THE SKIFF BAR AND MAINSAIL RESTAURANT. INSIDE THE NEWPORT MARRIOTT!!!

    Meeting point

    Newport

    Meet your tour guide INSIDE the hotel. 2nd floor of the Newport Marriott in the lobby of the Mainsail Restaurant and Skiff Bar.Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time to find parking. Public parking lots and meters are located on both sides of the Newport Marriott hotel.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Tour Newport RI

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Friendly, non disruptive dogs can come along!
    • Due to the condition of the sidewalks and cobblestone streets it may be difficult for wheelchairs and guests with mobility issues.
    • Meet your guide INSIDE the Newport Marriott Hotel next to their restaurant Mainsail and Skiff Bar. 2nd floor

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 245 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    245 verified traveler reviews for Olde Town Ghost Walk. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    4 star
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    E7592PWemmam · October 2026

    Ghosts!!

    Morgan is very passionate about Newport’s history. She has great energy and we enjoyed her storytelling!

    via Tripadvisor

    hnybo · October 2026

    The Perfect Mix of History and Haunts

    John was an excellent storyteller and guide! He made the tour incredibly interesting, sharing plenty of historical facts along the way and even passing around photos from past tours that appeared to show possible ghostly figures. We also got to explore a part of Newport we hadn’t seen yet, which was really cool. Walking down Clarke street and ending the tour inside a burial plot at Trinity Church made for quite the experience! Everything from John’s outfit to his storytelling style added to the atmosphere and made the tour fun. We had a great time and would highly recommend this tour if you have a few extra hours one evening while visiting Newport!

    via Tripadvisor

    Katherine_K · October 2026

    Want to have fun while learning some history?

    Check the weather, put on good walking shoes and get ready for an interesting and entertaining tour of Newport! John is a gifted storyteller able to weave local history with ghost stories in a way that engages participants of all ages. The 90 minutes passes by quickly. Don’t worry about the distance- the walk does not cover a lot of distance and the group makes frequent stops for John to point out areas of interest. I highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in the history of Newport. Thanks John!

    via Viator

    Angela_R · September 2026

    Worth the Money

    Its a lot of walking n lots of uneven streets Very informative our tour guide even gave us extra time to hang out and talk to him. He took the time to tell us about his own background and answered every question. I highly recommend him

    via Viator

    kimberlywQ1844BN · September 2026

    Not interesting for kids, boring for adults too!

    Very boring, a lot of walking, no places to sit while your guide talked. Kids were lying on the pavement in the rain. Only interesting part was the factual historical information. They could hype the experience up a little, have people scare you or something more interesting. Stories were good, too infrequent, guide dressed up as a vampire. Confusing tour based on description. Tour guide nearly got run over by vehicles multiple times, loud noises seemed upsetting to guide. Kids HATED it, their least favorite part of our entire vacation and I thought it would be a hit with them.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    1.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    88
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 63

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)65
    Review evidence (18% weight)70
    Booking momentum (14% weight)66
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)77
    Local standing (8% weight)28
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Olde Town Ghost Walk: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Newport.

    How much does Olde Town Ghost Walk cost?

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    Prices start at $24 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Newport usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Olde Town Ghost Walk 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 Newport is not rushed.

    Is Olde Town Ghost Walk worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 250 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable nightlife in Newport, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Olde Town Ghost Walk?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Olde Town Ghost Walk 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 Olde Town Ghost Walk?

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    Around 88 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 Newport 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 Newport and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Olde Town Ghost Walk 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 Newport 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 Newport?

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    Newport sells mansion tours along Bellevue Avenue, Cliff Walk history, schooner and sunset sails on Narragansett Bay, and food walks through the colonial waterfront. On Outty we rank every Newport experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Newport Gilded Age Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Mansion Incl.(Age 8+), Newport Trolley Tour with Breakers Mansion - Viking Tours, Afternoon Grand Tour | Gansett Cruises in Newport, RI. 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 Newport?

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    May to October, with sailing at its best in July and August. 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 Newport?

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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.

    What is included in Olde Town Ghost Walk?

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    Included: Olde town ghost walking Tour; and Newport's oldest and most haunted locations. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Olde Town Ghost Walk?

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    INSIDE THE NEWPORT MARRIOTT HOTEL!!! 2nd Floor, LOBBY OF THE SKIFF BAR AND MAINSAIL RESTAURANT. INSIDE THE NEWPORT MARRIOTT!!! Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Olde Town Ghost Walk offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Olde Town Ghost Walk?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Olde Town Ghost Walk wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Due to the condition of the sidewalks and cobblestone streets it may be difficult for whee. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Olde Town Ghost Walk if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Olde Town Ghost Walk?

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    Across 250 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, photo opportunities. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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