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‘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.
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.
Options
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.
Graveyard + City Tour
90 minutes guided ghost walking tour which includes exclusive access to the Unitarian Church Graveyard (1772).
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Reviews
2,742 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Dark and Stormy Ghost Tour
Patrice L,
Aug 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Be ready to enter into the “spirit” of the experience. It goes late so get a rest in the afternoon especially any kids on the trip. Check the weather and bring an umbrella or ponchos if rain is in the forecast. Our Guide Simon was engaging and knowledgeable. He really made the experience interesting and personal. We enjoyed the stories and the highlight of the tour was a visit to the Unitarian Cemetery. It was really special and made the whole experience a truly unique way to spend our last evening in Charleston.
Great tour! It wasn't too...
Emily B,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour! It wasn't too long of a walk and allowed us into some areas of the city that we wouldn't have had access to before. Very knowledgeable and well spoken guide. I would definitely do this again!
The guy that did our tour...
Evan V,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00The guy that did our tour was really nice and knew his stuff, it was a really fun time in our tour guide was very passionate about what he was talking about. I would recommend
Ghost walk
Joshua C,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Don’t walk before hand so your legs are not tired. Ask to get Jerry if you can. Highly encourage you to include the graveyard addition.
The best way to spend a spooky night!
Abby J,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide was so enticing and really draws you into the history and story of each location. I felt as if I were there experiencing the tales themselves. I even felt a cold chill run through my body as we walked through the graveyard! Would definitely recommend if you love history and spooks, and schedule the tour at night if you can, it makes the tour even better!
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