London Ghost Walking Tour: Discover Haunted Secrets at Night
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
London is a city with over 2000 years of history, but when night falls, the streets reveal a darker side, full of horrible histories and paranormal activity you won't find on your average walking tour.
You and a group of travellers will follow a local guide into the shadows to discover the haunted spots. Your guide will tell you dark history and chilling tales of ghostly monks, doomed prisoners, and mysterious apparitions that still haunt London’s landmarks. You'll uncover the secrets of Charterhouse Square, hear eerie whispers at Smithfield Market, and tread carefully through the haunted halls of St. Bartholomew’s. From the notorious Fleet to the murder on Blackfriars Bridge, every stop adds a new layer of spine-tingling suspense. We’ll finish at the infamous Clink Prison, where the spirits of the condemned still cling to the walls.
Will we see a ghost? Maybe. But one thing’s for sure: you’ll never see London the same way again. Book your spot now, if you dare.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Charterhouse Square
This former plague pit is one of the most eerie places in the city and is said to be haunted by vengeful spirits, including Black Death victims, ghostly monks, and even a headless Duke! Once you learn about its ghastly history, you won’t be surprised by the supernatural sightings.
Smithfield Market
This isn’t just a meat market; it’s a site of gruesome executions, ghostly apparitions, and eerie legends. From the tortured spirit of William Wallace to the phantom cries of Protestant martyrs, this historic square is steeped in chilling tales of death, and if you listen closely, you might just hear a scream–or two.
Options
London Ghost Walking Tour
Join a guide and fellow travellers to explore London’s haunted streets and hear chilling ghostly tales.
Private London Ghost Tour
See London’s dark side on a private ghost walk with your own guide, eerie tales, and a more personalized haunted experiece
What‘s Included
Visits to historic haunted sites and iconic landmarks
Spooky storytelling from an expert local guide
Small group experience for an immersive atmosphere
Guided ghost walk through London's most haunted streets
Ghost sightings are not guaranteed
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We loved this tour! Our...
Jennifer M,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved this tour! Our tour guide was both extremely enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We had a ton of fun. Highly recommend!
Great tour and educational
Kerry M,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was entertaining, enthusiastic and showed us a lot of sites in the city. I would recommend to people who are interested in history.
Not really a ghost tour.
Christine P,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00More history than ghost stories. We started with 20 people and ended with 12. Can’t be sure but may have been that it didn’t feel like a ghost tour at all. Storyteller was excellent with delivery but content wasn’t as expected.
Not scary
normanhC2185TP,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Our tour was on June 6 with Suraj. He was alright and knew a lot of stories, but it was not scary at all. I expected something different from a Ghost Walking tour. Maybe there would have been a different vibe if it wouldn't have been still light at 8pm. Our daughter lost interest at the 2nd stop already and myself at the 5th or 6th. I also did not like that there was not a single stop for a toilet break. The best part was the walk down the Thames riverbank where you have a beautiful view of all the lights on the skyscrapers and the bridges that reflect on the water.
Horrible tour guide
B7891EEpeterb,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00This was on Tuesday, June 2nd. The tour guide was a young female. Don't remember her name. Not common. She spoke so softly the entire time, even after asking her to speak louder. She stopped at noisy areas. Her knowledge of history was poor. She couldn't even answer a simple question and had not done her homework. The tour really had nothing to do with Ghost stories. We would pass a site without stopping to take photos, and she would discuss what had happened there. We had to backtrack to get photos. I have been on several walking tours in London, and this was not acceptable. We must have spent 20 Minutes walking without a worthwhile stop. Even stopping at the Prison Museum near Bourgh Market. Don't need her to point that out. I wish they would list the tour guides. This is one not to be repeated.
Horror and History and Fun
Roam49864940558,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour, full of (gruesome) history of London told in an engaging way. Absolutely fantastic!
The History Beneath the Surface
Amy J,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Besides being very informative, it was an interesting walk through parts of London. Our guide, Cathy, was a delightful storyteller and made all the stops come alive! I don’t think I will ever look at any old building quite the same again. I will always be wondering “what’s the story behind (or underneath) this?”
Absolutely fantastic...
Taylor B,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely fantastic tour. Such a variety of spooky stops and loved hearing the gritty, haunted history. Cathy was a fantastic guide. I loved the smaller group sizes too. Made it super easy to hear and stay engaged.
Enjoy the horrible history!
Keith S,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The leader had a vast wealth of knowledge and passed it on professionally, making it interesting and with humour. He took note of were people where from in the group and tried to include all at different points. It starts near the Barbican and finishes on the Southbank, so expect a good walk. It is more a history tour with references to ghost stings. I would fully recommend this tour if you are interested in horrible history!
not a ghost tour
I687ZZsofiap,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The tourguide was lovely and quite funny, but I paid 22£ for the scariest ghost tour and instead I found myself in a little walk around central london. The ghost stories were an afterthought (the guide actually admitted to almost forgetting telling them) and they were told as jokes. We are big horror fans, and we have been on ghost tours before so we were very confused. We left the tour before it finished as it was not what we paid for. Would not recommend unless you are looking for a stroll in Central London with some local history.
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