Chains, Coffins, & Curses: Charlottesville Ghost Tours

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

Charlottesville has experienced its fair share of turmoil and tragedy, alongside its charming streets and delectable cuisine. From the legend of the enigmatic Moon Ghost who terrorized a local family to the brooding figure of James Madison reported at his beloved Montpelier, the Charlottesville area has been haunted by the shadow of death and destruction for centuries. A bone-chilling stroll at night exposes the enduring existence of the city’s distressing past.

This spine-tingling ghost tour will take you to some of the most haunted spots in the city. From the former home of a murdering husband to chilling experiences at a local park, you will delve into the shadows of Charlottesville's murky history.

This is a walking tour. We do not ever the private homes or businesses. The duration of the tour is outside and the total tour time is account for us walking from spot to spot.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Thrilling and Chilling Stories of Reported Hauntings

Well Researched History

Local Guide

Gratuity for the Guide

What To Expect

Learn the haunted history of this iconic spot. Our guide goes into chilling detail about the very real hauntings.

Admission Not Applicable

Our guide tell chilling tales of reported hauntings and the history of this historic site.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Charlottesville 1 Hour Haunted

Reviews

3.22

18 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

We wasted our time, not to mention money
recorder,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
We have experienced several of these 'ghost' tours over the years. Usually they are started by people with a real feel for their city and its haunted history. They have lived here, researched and bring to the tour a lot of information they have gathered. A recent trend has been for a chain to come into a city, google some information, hire someone to give tours regardless of abiltiy or interest, undercut any rivals and take over. This tour in Charlottesville left a lot to be desired. A lot of walking. Very little information about the city, and the 'haunted' parts were lame. We walked blocks to a cemetery for no reason, other than to walk into a cemetery. No grave to talk about some person who lived or died here, just some conjecture about what these people might have done. I hate to give bad reviews and usually sugarcoat any bad experiences, but I can't honestly do this one.
Ghost tour
Myrudybear,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
It contained a lot of history. Our finally destination was in a cemetery and it was very dark. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and sweet
Very average tour
Karen123WV,
Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
Our guide was very pleasant so no criticism there. The tour itself was average at best. Some of the historical info was incorrect and the tour was more history with ghost stories.
Great guide!
Alicia R,
Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide, Reubens, was very friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed not only all the local stories but her personal stories as well. She kept up a good conversation between herself and all the guests.
Good stories, good...
Ryan Y,
May 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Good stories, good history, bring a jacket on a chilly night. Use the entity speaking app if you want a good scare
Viktoria made the tour!!
R3730KFgraceh,
Jan 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing experience because of our tour guide, Viktoria! She was knowledgeable, friendly, passionate, and kept the tour interesting and entertaining the whole time! We highly recommend her as your tour guide!
Photos of spirits captured on camera!
joycesG6193NO,
Oct 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We took photos during the tour as encouraged and captured a photo that looked like faces! Catherine was a great tour guide - a lot of fun and very knowledgeable bringing in personal experiences too!
Walking through history
valerietU2132IF,
Aug 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Guide made it interesting, used some personal experiences. Added a stop or two to the tour of places she felt something.
Terrible- guide was a no show!
Norblnd,
Jun 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
They never showed up. Charged my credit card no problem. Now trying to get our money back. Very dissatisfied! If I could give a zero I would
Avoid
caineuk1,
Nov 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Tour never happened. Organiser was a no show, this is probably a scam. If not whomever is running this business needs to pull their finger out and get their crap together! If they cannot deliver then taking unsuspecting people money is fraudulent! If we don’t get a refund we will contact the police!