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Small-Group Family-Friendly Haunted History and Ghost Walk

8 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 8 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Charleston, USA
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On average, this is booked 16 (0) days in advance.

75 to 105 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

History, Haunts, & Hahas! is a small, local, mom-owned business specializing in Ghost Forensics, Ethical Storytelling, Comic Relief, and the Human Behind the Haunting. Southern Spirit Stroll combines a haunted history walk and ghost tour with hidden history, folklore, architecture, and paranormal curiosity. Rather than repeating recycled ghost stories, we explore the real people, events, and historical clues behind Charleston's legends and reported hauntings. Guests learn how to distinguish documented history from folklore, evaluate paranormal claims, recognize common misidentifications such as pareidolia and photographic artifacts, and follow the historical breadcrumbs hiding in plain sight. Small groups and adaptable conversations encourage curiosity and critical thinking. Limited EMF readers may be available. Stories are shared from public spaces outside landmarks and historic sites; admission is not included. Ghost activity can never be guaranteed.

What's Included

  • Souvenir Hat
  • Guide
  • Snacks Food, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired)
  • Alcoholic beverages Food, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired)
  • Transportation to or from the meeting location is not included
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

160 Church Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA

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Tommy Condon's Irish Pub & Restaurant (pass by)

Guests meet at 160 Church Street nearest the patio-side of Tommy Condon's Irish Pub. The tour will kick off from there in order to have a predictable start and end location.
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St. Philip's Church

Exterior historic stop discussing fires, rebuilding efforts, graveyard stories, and Charleston hauntings.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lodge Alley

Historic alleyway stop discussing Charleston commerce, waterfront history, smuggling, and local ghost lore.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon

Exterior storytelling stop featuring pirate history, Revolutionary War imprisonment, and Charleston paranormal legends.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Four Corners of Law

Exterior historical stop exploring Charleston law, corruption, crime, politics, and ghost lore in the heart of downtown.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Exterior storytelling stop featuring Charleston history, famous ghost stories, and legends connected to the historic pink hotel.Local lore suggests the hotel may experience residual hauntings where past events appear to replay like a loop in time. Some guests report seeing figures running up and down the stairs carrying buckets while others describe well dressed partygoers wandering the hallways as if returning from a long ago celebration.Another figure is sometimes reported who looks strikingly familiar though visitors often realize he is not the person they first thought he resembled.This location may be seen along the route depending on the evenings path.No specific stops are guaranteed and ghost activity cannot be guaranteed.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Circular Congregational Church

Historic stop discussing Charleston religious history, graveyard folklore, and reported paranormal activity. Stories are told from outside of the gate, and we do not enter the graveyard.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Powder Magazine

Exterior storytelling stop featuring colonial warfare, explosions, disasters, and paranormal lore surrounding Charleston’s oldest public building.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Philadelphia Alley

Atmospheric alleyway stop associated with Charleston folklore, duels, violence, and ghost stories.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Family-Friendly Haunted History and Ghost Walk?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Souvenir Hat
  • Guide
  • SnacksFood, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired)
  • Alcoholic beveragesFood, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired)
  • Transportation to or from the meeting location is not included
  • Gratuities for your guide (optional but appreciated)
  • Meter / Garage / Lot Parking is not included.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. Accommodations can be made, though, if you reach out to me.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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