The Fading Light London Ghost Walk
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 52 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is The Fading Light London Ghost Walk worth booking?
The Fading Light London Ghost Walk is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from £12 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 52 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (52)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- £12 per person
It is said that England is the most haunted country on Earth, and indeed, there are more ghost stories and strange tales, mile for mile, than any other place in the world. With such a rich and varied history, this should come as no real surprise. Therefore, it seems only fitting that it should also have the most haunted capital city on Earth. On this ghost walk, we will encounter everything from murderous queens to demon dogs, as well as a few gentler souls. And while this walk is primarily a ghost walk, I will also point out a few places of historical interest. Not only will you be led by a fully experienced City of London guide, but also a veteran ghost hunter. Who has personally taken part in over 15 overnight ghost hunts across England. The guide is also a horror author, who loves anything to do with the supernatural.
What you get
About this experience
It is said that England is the most haunted country on Earth, and indeed, there are more ghost stories and strange tales, mile for mile, than any other place in the world. With such a rich and varied history, this should come as no real surprise. Therefore, it seems only fitting that it should also have the most haunted capital city on Earth. On this ghost walk, we will encounter everything from murderous queens to demon dogs, as well as a few gentler souls. And while this walk is primarily a ghost walk, I will also point out a few places of historical interest. Not only will you be led by a fully experienced City of London guide, but also a veteran ghost hunter. Who has personally taken part in over 15 overnight ghost hunts across England. The guide is also a horror author, who loves anything to do with the supernatural.
What's included
Included
- Guided by an experienced ghost hunter and horror author
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
For our first stop of the night, we will visit Christ Church Greyfriars. You will hear the story of both the location’s history, as well as that of its most famous ghost, Queen Isabella, wife of King Edward the II of England, or as history more famously remembers her as, the She Wolf of France.
6 minutes here
Holy Sepulchre London
For the 2nd stop of the evening we will visit the largest parish church in the city of London. Where we will find out about the very grisly practice of grave robbing, A crime that reached epidemic proportions in the late 18th and early 19th century.
6 minutes here
Old Bailey
The walk will stop outside of the Old Bailey, which was once the location of the dreaded Newgate prison. Once there you will be given a brief history of the location, as well as hearing about some of the ghosts that are said to haunt it.
6 minutes here
Here we enter the lair of the dreaded Black Dog of Newgate. Where we will hear about this demonic entity, as well as the terrible crime that was said to have birthed it.
6 minutes here
Temple Bar
We will be stopping at Temple Bar, which is the last of the London Gateways. Here you will be told of the history of the gate, which includes a truly terrifying ghost story that was retold to the guide by the person who experienced the event.
6 minutes here
St. Paul's Cathedral
The walk will take us past St. Paul's Cathedral, where we will stop outside of it, and then hear a little about its history, as well as the ghost that is said to haunt it.
6 minutes here
Still within the shadow of St Paul’s Cathedral we will stop here and find out about the open-air pulpit that one’s stood upon the location, and its connections to both necromancy and witchcraft.
6 minutes here
St. Mary Le Bow Church
The walk will take us past St Mary Le Bow, which is one of the most famous churches in the city of London. Once there we will stop, where you will hear a brief history of the building, and then be told of some of the creepy events that are said to have taken place there during its long history.
6 minutes here
We will visit the Bank of England where we will find out more about the history of this grand old building and its function. We will also hear about its tragic ghost, Sarah Whitehead, who spirit is said to have haunted the location since the early 19th century.
6 minutes here
St. Mary Woolnoth Church
At this location we will find out more about the ghosts of the London underground, as well as the many mysterious events that have said to have plague the station to this very day.
6 minutes here
Staying with the London underground we come to one of the cities most famous ghost stations. Once at the location we will hear of the station’s short-lived history, as well as the supernatural events that are said to take place there.
6 minutes here
The Monument to the Great Fire of London
The walk will stop next to the Monument to the Great Fire of London, where you will be told about its history, as well as hearing about the Great fire itself.
6 minutes here
London Bridge
The final stop on the walk takes us to the banks of the river Thames, where we will be within sight of London Bridge. Once there you will hear about the bridge’s history, as well as the ghost story that is connected to it.
6 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
The walk starts from St. Paul's Underground Station, Exit One, Which is near to St, Paul's cathedral. The guide will be standing with a sign, which has the walks name printed upon it.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Just off of Lower Thames Street. The closest underground station is Monument. The guide will provide directions to the nearest stations once the walk has finished.
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
- Wed
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Alan Aspinall
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The walk is pretty easy, but there are a small number of Stairs that we will encounter.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 50 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
50 verified traveler reviews for The Fading Light London Ghost Walk. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An excellent ghost walk. ...
An excellent ghost walk. A perfect balance of ghostly legends and haunted history. Alan was very knowledgeable, and a good speaker.
Response from the operator: Hi Marie, It was really nice getting to meet the three of you, thank you for coming along, And I am truly Happy to know you enjoyed yourselves, As I said at the start of the walk, twlight is truly a best time to do a Ghost walk.
via Viator
Excellent Tour
Well worth the money. The stories and the history were very interesting and the fact that it was a very small group allowed us a lot of personal interaction with the guide. He was extremely knowledgeable of the area and its history. Highly recommended
Response from the operator: Hi Jeff, I want to thank the both of you for joining my walk, and so glad to hear you had a great time, It was also wonderful getting to chat to you along the way. Have fab Hoilday🙂
via Tripadvisor
Amazing ghost tour
We had a fantastic time on Alan’s ghost walk! From beginning to end we were truly captivated by his story telling and sense of humour. He truly does know his stuff! An amazing way to see some of the sights of the London also! Would thoroughly recommend!
Response from the operator: Hi Zaiah, glad to hear from you, and thank you for your wonderful review, it was great having you along, London is an amazing city, and it ghost stories are to die for, it was a joy to share these stories with you.
via Tripadvisor
An interesting tour of London’s dark history
I really enjoyed Alan’s tour. It was great to hear some old and new stories about its haunted past. Alan was very knowledgeable about London and its macabre history and dark stories, and he brought them to life as we explored different locations around the City. The tour covered plenty of ground without ever feeling rushed and was very well paced. One practical tip: the meeting point is outside the current Coco di Mama. Keep an eye out for it, as Google Maps may take you a little further down the road than where the group actually meets.
Response from the operator: Hi Ranial, Glad to hear you enjoyed yourself, I know you've done a few ghost walks before, so its nice to know I put on a good show for you. Also I have fixed the google map error, so hopefully that should fix that issue. It was also fun to get to know you, i hope you enjoyed the rest of your hoilday.
via Tripadvisor
Great value
Entertaining, knowledgeable and wonderful.
Response from the operator: Hay there, thank you for your wonderful feed back, twlight is the best time to start a ghost walk, I hope you'er video came out well.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 18
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 79
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The Fading Light London Ghost Walk: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does The Fading Light London Ghost Walk cost?
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Prices start at £12 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does The Fading Light London Ghost Walk take?
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Plan for about 2 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 London is not rushed.
Is The Fading Light London Ghost Walk worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 52 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Fading Light London Ghost Walk?
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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 The Fading Light London Ghost Walk suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Fading Light London Ghost Walk?
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Around 18 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 London 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 London and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Fading Light London 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 London 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 London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour, Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs. 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 London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. 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 London?
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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 The Fading Light London Ghost Walk?
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Included: Guided by an experienced ghost hunter and horror author. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for The Fading Light London Ghost Walk?
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The walk starts from St. Paul's Underground Station, Exit One, Which is near to St, Paul's cathedral. The guide will be standing with a sign, which has the walks name printed upon it. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is The Fading Light London 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 The Fading Light London 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.
What happens to The Fading Light London Ghost Walk if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in London. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about The Fading Light London Ghost Walk?
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Across 52 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, value for money. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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