Olde Town Ghost Walk in Newport
Newport, United States

Olde Town Ghost Walk

Outty Ranking 63 4.5 · 235 traveler reviews1.5 hoursFrom $24

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63/100

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4.5/5

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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 235 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 (235)
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 wal

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 15 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.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 233 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

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

    5 star
    175
    4 star
    28
    3 star
    17
    2 star
    7
    1 star
    6
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    Natalia_g · August 2026

    Great tour. He was...

    Great tour. He was entertaining. Kept it interesting. Appreciate the tour much more after going on one in Salem.

    via Viator

    dawnmmc · August 2026

    Fun walking tour

    Fun walk to do to get some history & hear ghost stories!

    via Tripadvisor

    SarahRieger · August 2026

    Something fun to do

    Good historical information. Not very spooky.

    via Tripadvisor

    Geraldine_D · August 2026

    Not recommended

    Not very interesting, hard to get into it with teens. The pictures showed looks fake. Far too expensive for the experience

    via Viator

    lindafD862WB · August 2026

    Fun and informative

    It was a great tour. Jeff was fun-outgoing, pleasant and humorous. I loved the stories and history given. I do believe in ghosts or spirits but I do not believe what he said we’re “orbs” were truly light reflections as the moved back and forth with my camera movements.

    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
    82
    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)69
    Booking momentum (14% weight)65
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)77
    Local standing (8% weight)31
    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 235 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 82 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 Mansions Trolley Tour w/ Breakers Ticket (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.

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