OBX Ghost Tours- The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks
Overview
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1 hour 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Our walking tour is something the entire family will enjoy. You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through downtown Manteo telling you the spooky tales that make the Outer Banks one of the most haunted beaches in the United States.
Some of the stories you'll hear include; the Lost Colony, Blackbeard, the Cora Tree, and much more.
Our tour also offers guests the chance to use an EMF detector. EMF detectors are commonly used on paranormal investigating television shows.
You'll have the time of your afterlife at OBX Ghost Tours.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Pioneer Theater
Hear the history and ghost stories of the historic Pioneer Theatre in Downtown Manteo. Andy Griffith hung his own marque for a showing of his movie A Face in the Crowd. Hear accounts of ghostly activity of this historic theatre and have the chance to purchase concessions.
Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
We will spend some time on the dock of the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse to discuss the Legend of Theodosia Burr and the Graveyard of the Atlantic.
Options
OBX Ghost Tours- The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks
What‘s Included
Touristic Guide
Use of EMF detectors
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
292 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative Ghost Tour
ahtraveldreams,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a learning experience Ghost Tour for us! It was quiet in the town of Manteo and full information.
Most authentic ghost tour we’ve been on
jlblucky,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stacey did a great job! We learned a lot and she managed to entertain our 3 teenage boys. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Manteo.
Learn some history and hear some ghost stories. win, win!!!!
violetolive,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We do ghost tours everywhere we go and this was one of our favorites. Stacey was amazing and was an excellent story teller. We recommend going to the 9:30pm tour because it is dark and it’s a great walk. Highly recommend!!!
Fun evening
erin1379,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with Stacey! My kids loved hearing all the stories in such a beautiful setting. Creepy and fun at the same time.
Great tour to take while in Manteo!
chellah2017,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stacey was awesome! She was very friendly and knowledgeable! I learned a lot about Manteo and would highly recommend this tour!
Great family ghost tour
880tamip,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stacey was our tour guide and was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable and very engaging. The tour was super fun, educational, and entertaining. Would def recommend!
Loved!
leikany,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our tour with Stacey!
Local lore and Legends
421annieo,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took the 9:30 tour and our guide was Stacey, she was amazingly knowledgeable about local lore and legends of the area! She kept us well engaged and entertained! Not the scariest of ghost tours but a great experience all around. Check it out if you get the opportunity!
A Kraken-good time and we're still spooked out
Navigator627594,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stacey was an incredible guide! We had a Kraken- good time and were not ready for it to be over. Stacey not only handled our antics and silliness with ease, but she joined in the fun. I will be recommending this to everyone!
It was a very nice and...
Logan M,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a very nice and interesting walk. We enjoyed learning some history of the area for our first time visiting the island. Our guide, Stacey, was extremely entertaining, enthusiastic, and engaging!
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