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Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington

Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington
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Wilmington's Award-Winning Ghost Walk and Haunted Pub Crawl

• We are the Award Winning Ghost Walk!
• A Locally Owned Family Business
• Voted "Best Tour" & "Best Ghost Walk" for 25+ years
• Professional storytellers ready to send a chill up your spine!
• We dress the part! Spooky (and fun) costumed guides
• Best ticket prices• 30+ fully researched actively haunted locations (researched since 1978)
• Over half a million satisfied guest

AWARDS 

Voted "BEST TOUR" by Locals (Since 1999)

Listed as "Top 5 Ghost Walks in America" USA Today

Awarded "Best Tour" Encore

Awarded "Best of the Road" Rand McNally 

Named Top "10 Tours In The U.S." Trip Advisor

Convention and Visitors Bureau Legacy Award - For 25 plus years of excellence!

AS SEEN ON

TLC, Discovery, History & The Travel Channel, MTV's Fear, Haunted TAPS & The Daily Buzz

Journey into the shadows of Old Wilmington on an adventure through the Cape Fear region’s most actively haunted locations. Hear chilling tales of ghostly encounters—including recent experiences reported by visitors.

With more than four centuries of history, it’s no surprise that echoes of Wilmington’s past still linger. Those drawn to the darker side can come face-to-face with these lingering spirits on the entertaining and spine-tingling Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington.

Wandering through downtown after dark, guests will uncover often-forgotten stories that shaped this historic city. This educational and engaging tour offers a unique glimpse into Wilmington’s past, revealing what makes this coastal destination so fascinating.

The tour begins near the Cape Fear River and winds through both well-known streets and hidden corners of downtown. Along the way, visitors will explore 275-year-old alleyways once frequented by pirates and privateers, pass beneath ancient live oaks draped in Spanish moss, and visit historic—perhaps haunted—cemeteries.

Led by knowledgeable guides who have studied local history since 1978, this immersive experience delivers a captivating look at Wilmington’s lesser-known and more mysterious chapters—equal parts eerie, educational, and unforgettable.

We are Wilmington's #1 Haunted Attraction.

Meet Us at the Sign
Buy Your Tickets Online and Meet at the Sign!
We meet 20 minutes before departure of all tours at the Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington sign, riverfront at Market and Water Streets.

With GPS, use the Black Cat Shoppe
8 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
910-794-1866

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If you’re not quite ready to leave the spirits behind, continue with the Haunted Pub Crawl, where the stories—and maybe the hauntings—continue!

AS SEEN ON​:
Haunted TAPS, Creepy Canada, Southern Living, The History Channel, Eccentric America, The Daily Buzz, Our State Magazine, TLC, The WB & More

You’ve just explored Wilmington’s haunted past—now you can step into its cinematic side. If you’re looking for something to do next, we highly recommend checking out Wilmywood. It’s a fun, immersive way to experience another side of the city and a perfect way to keep your night going.

If tonight has stirred something in you… and you’re not quite ready to leave the shadows behind, there’s one more place you should visit. Just nearby, The Black Cat Shoppe awaits—filled with curious objects, dark charm, and perhaps a touch of the unknown. It’s the perfect next stop for those who want to take a piece of Wilmington’s mystery home with them.

Buy Your Tickets Online and Meet at the Sign!

We meet 20 minutes before departure of all tours at the Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington sign, riverfront at Market and Water Streets.

With GPS, use the Black Cat Shoppe
8 Market Street, Wilmington
North Carolina 28401

Wilmington
Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington map location
Hours
*Off-season hours may vary*
Monday
6:30pm-08:30PM
Tuesday
6:30pm-08:30PM
Wednesday
6:30pm-08:30PM
Thursday
6:30pm-08:30PM
Friday
6:30pm-08:30PM
Saturday
6:30pm-08:30PM
Sunday
6:30pm-08:30PM
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