Gatlinburg Ghosts of The Smokies Most Haunted Tour
Overview
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1 hour
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Discover Gatlinburg's eerie past on our top-rated ghost walking tour, the area's most highly acclaimed experience. This hour-long, one-mile journey, led by a local haunted history expert, unveils the chilling stories of the town’s haunted landmarks. Explore iconic sites like the Gatlinburg Space Needle, First United Methodist Church, White Oak Flats Cemetery, and Mountain Mall, each with its own ghostly legend.
As you walk through Gatlinburg's historic district, listen to spine-tingling tales of spectral encounters that reveal the town’s darker side. While the tour does not enter private buildings, you'll stand on haunted ground, feeling the thrill of the supernatural with every step.
Offered nightly year-round, this tour immerses you in the ghostly lore of Gatlinburg, uncovering centuries-old secrets beneath the town's charming exterior. Visit its most haunted buildings and bars for a chilling blend of history and hauntings that promises to captivate and intrigue.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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 To Expect
Gatlinburg Space Needle
Since its construction in 1969, the Gatlinburg Space Needle has been an extremely popular place for tourists to take pictures and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery surrounding the town. The Gatlinburg space needle has also been the location of a few of the more tragic and deadly incidents in the towns’ history. Here you'll hear the creepy tales of recorded hauntings.
Gatlinburg First United Methodist Church
Made of mountain rock - the oldest church in Gatlinburg, is one of the most historic buildings. Many visitors describe sightings of shadowy figures, ghosts of priests and spooky residual energy that haunts within.
What‘s Included
Documented accounts of historic hauntings
Professional and Courteous Guides
Intensely researched true stories of history
Dinner
Motorized Transport
Options
90-min Gatlinburg Ghost Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
1-hour Gatlinburg Ghost Tour
Reviews
246 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun way to experience Gatlinburg
daabeames,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Interesting stories around the history of Gatlinburg and some of the more famed deaths during the cities growth. Went to a cemetery that was right in the center of town that you wouldn't know existed just by walking by. Chad was very animated in his story telling.
3
224mabelh,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a good experience, learned alot
Fun and Spooky!
shellyk704,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Parker was a great guide and seemed to really love his job and the history of Gatlinburg. He was so knowledgeable. We had a great time!
10/10 Recommend
paytonc695,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Peter was absolutely INCREDIBLE! Such a fun way to see Gatlinburg through a different lens. Wasn’t a bad walk either. The perfect distance, time, and balance between stories & history!
Ghosts of Gatlinburg
467pata,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Patrick was a wonderful tour guide! We really enjoyed learning about some of the history of Gatlinburg and the ghost stories of the area.Patrick was engaging and entertaining with his presentation.We would definitely recommend this haunted tour!
Awesome
Deanna R,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was awesome the tour guide Jacob was very good at what he does he is very polite he explained every part of the tour to a t of everything that had happened highly recommend
October Ghost Tour
Inspire03127683865,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was great and Patrick was a great guide! Got to see new parts of town and the history and stories were engaging and entertaining. A great after-dinner activity in town.
Good Ghost Tour
Sarah K,,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00We had a good ghost tour for a nice evening in downtown Gatlinburg, TN. Plus 3 black bear sightings. Would recommend if you are looking for something different or have done it all.
I don't think it's one of...
deanna h,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00I don't think it's one of the most haunted tours.....not what i expected....I been on better tours.....the tour guide was ok
Fantastic Tour and Guide
Jon HeinzYYC,,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved the tour. Stories were spooky, engaging, and interesting. Our tour guide Patrick was fantastic. Would recommend!
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