Echoes from the Iron Forge: Pittsburgh Phantoms Ghost Tour
Overview
Step into the shadowy streets of Pittsburgh with our walking ghost tour, where history meets haunting!
Led by a seasoned local guide who excels in haunted history and storytelling, this tour will lead you to the city’s most iconic and eerie locations. As you wander through the historic district, you’ll hear spine-chilling tales of spectral residents haunting the Pittsburgh Playhouse, ghostly apparitions at the University of Pittsburgh, and unsettling stories from the Old Allegheny Jail Museum.
This isn’t just a ghost tour; it’s a deep dive into Pittsburgh’s gritty past and its eerie legacy. Traverse a mile of haunted ground, where each stop reveals the darker side of the Steel City. The tales are well-researched and gripping, providing a mix of supernatural thrills and historical insight. While we can’t enter private buildings, the haunted atmosphere will captivate you with every step.
Get ready for a night of spine-tingling stories and a closer look at Pittsburgh’s mysterious past!
What's Included
- Thoroughly researched and accurate history
- Authentic local ghost stories
- Professional and courteous guide
- Guide tip
Meeting Location
Sixth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
530 William Penn Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA
Our tour will end at Omni William Penn Hotel, where your guide will recount eerie tales before sending you on your way.
What To Expect
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PPU Pittsburgh Playhouse
9 minutes Admission Ticket Free
University of Pittsburgh
9 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Allegheny County Health Department
8 minutes Admission Ticket Free
440 Ross St
9 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Frick Building
8 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Union Trust Building
9 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Omni William Penn Hotel
8 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
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Activity code: C-314279P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- 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).
- Thoroughly researched and accurate history.
- Authentic local ghost stories.
- Professional and courteous guide.
- Guide tip.
The minimum age to participate is 13..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Echoes from the Iron Forge: Pittsburgh Phantoms Ghost Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Echoes from the Iron Forge: Pittsburgh Phantoms Ghost Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Thoroughly researched and accurate history
- Authentic local ghost stories
- Professional and courteous guide
- Guide tip
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
