Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Come walk with us on The Ghosts of Charleston walking tour, leaving nightly from Buxton Books, Charleston’s independent bookstore located at 160 King Street.
Our licensed guides are expert storytellers who lead you through centuries old alleys and paths while sharing stories and solid history from Julian Buxton’s best-selling book, The Ghosts of Charleston. The true tales of intrigue, tragedy, and lost love reveal a rich underside of Charleston’s character that isn’t apparent during the day.
The highlight of your tour is our exclusive nighttime access to the 18th century Unitarian Church Graveyard, where you will experience something magical. The Ghosts of Charleston is Buxton Books’ signature and most popular book-based walking tour -- a favorite of visitors and locals for over 27 years.
*Travelers may select either a 1-hour Graveyard Only Tour or a 1.5-hour full Ghosts of Charleston tour which includes Unitarian Graveyard and tour of haunted downtown Charleston.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
*Travelers may select either a 1-hour Graveyard Only Tour or a 1.5-hour full Ghosts of Charleston tour which includes Unitarian Graveyard and tour of haunted downtown Charleston.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tour Charleston
During our 90 minute walking ghost tour, our City of Charleston licensed tour guides recount hauntings and supernatural events from our best-selling book The Ghosts of Charleston. We are fortunate to have many repeat guests, and lots of tales to share, so we switch things up nightly by varying ghosts stories on every tour. There is no experience like walking enchanted Charleston at night, listening to our supernatural stories, and encountering what you will see and hear in the Unitarian Church Graveyard.
Unitarian Church in Charleston
The highlight of Tour Charleston's Ghosts of Charleston Tour is entering the lush, spellbinding Unitarian Church Graveyard built in 1772. Real time hauntings occur only a handful of times a year. However, since 1996, when we started what is now Charleston's oldest ghost tour, spirits in the Unitarian Church Graveyard have reached out to many people on our tour in visual, tactile and auditory ways.
What‘s Included
Professional and Licensed Tour Guide
90-minute Ghosts of Charleston Walking Tour with Unitarian Graveyard
Hear tales of hauntings & supernatural events from the best-selling book, The Ghosts of Charleston.
Exclusive access to the historic Unitarian Church Graveyard
Travelers may select from two tour options: 1hr Graveyard Only or 1.5hr Graveyard + City Tour
Gratuities
No public restroom so please plan accordingly.
Options
Graveyard + City Tour
90 minutes guided ghost walking tour which includes exclusive access to the Unitarian Church Graveyard (1772). Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Graveyard Only (7pm option)
Duration: 1 hour Unitarian Church Graveyard: Departs from and returns to Buxton Books. After check in, travelers will be lead by tour guide directly to the graveyard. Graveyard Only: 1 hour tour of Unitarian Graveyard only. Select other option at check out to include city tour portion.
Reviews
2,876 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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nancymT4608CG,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Liz did an amazing job. Highly recommend!
Great tour.
GoPlaces46568857400,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a wonderful experience and very informative on the history of the graveyard and some of the people that are buried there. The grounds are very beautiful and inviting. The city smells so good during the spring. Our guide- Simon was very knowledgeable and taught us so much about the graveyard and church. I highly recommend this tour.
Ghost Tour
kguzman778,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simon was great ! Very intriguing storyteller / knowledgeable ! Definitely recommend !
Great tour!
arri0nem,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Liz was an awesome guide! Super knowledgeable and funny!!
LIZ WAS INCREDIBLE!!
abbyv436,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Liz was amazing!! She was an amazing tour guide and her storytelling was stellar. She was an incredible tour guide through the ghost stories of Charleston. 10/10 would recommend to family and friends!
Liz is Awesome!
Quest13252202613,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Liz was absolutely amazing!! Her tour was very informative and quite spooky!
Jake was great
Paradise409025,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jake was great and very informative!
Middle of the Road tour
robert c,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Was expecting to have a few “chills” down the spine…but. Our guide “Jake” was knowledgeable but a little too scripted, almost mechanical, too much memorized lines vs. casually telling a story. More animated “ghost” story telling would have added a lot to the evening. More time in the “Philadelphia” alley would have been a benefit, actually walking down the ally. Unfortunately, too many other ghost tours ruin the intimacy of the tour. The Unitarian cemetery was the best part of the tour, more time spent there would have been nice…As a suggestion…if your tour is a “Moonless” night, take a small flashlight! To see the tombstones! They should provide flashlights, for some safety as well. Not a waste of time…definitely could have been better!
Fun evening
968AndreaB968,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience for a family. Our tour guide Liz was a true storyteller and gave a great guided tour. Highly recommend.
Jerry is an excellent...
Robert M,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jerry is an excellent story teller. He really made the ghost stories come "alive." The walk was not too difficult or strenuous.
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