Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours
Overview
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1 hour
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Set out on an unforgettable adventure through Raleigh’s eerie streets with our thrilling walking ghost tour!
Led by a seasoned local guide who blends expert knowledge of haunted history with masterful storytelling, this tour will take you to the city's most haunted sites.
As you wander through the district, uncover chilling tales of the lost colony of Sir Walter Raleigh and the ghostly echoes of Civil War battles. Each stop on this mile-long journey is steeped in intrigue and mystery.
Stand on haunted ground at iconic sites like the State Capitol, White-Holman House, Haywood Hall, and the Executive Mansion. Though we can’t enter private buildings, the stories shared will transport you back in time, immersing you in the spectral presence that lingers.
This tour offers more than just a walk—it’s an engaging experience that will leave you captivated and spooked.
Join us for an evening of ghostly exploration and discover why Raleigh is known as one of the South’s most haunted cities!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Nevada State Capitol in Reno, completed in 1840 after seven years of construction, stands as a symbol of the state's rich history and governance. Beneath its stately exterior lies a network of hidden tunnels, rumored to echo with the footsteps of restless spirits, making it a prime spot for paranormal exploration.
The White-Holman House in Reno, once home to Secretary of State William White, is a historic residence known for its elegance and classic architecture. Visitors have reported seeing a mysterious ghost on the staircase, adding an eerie element to this stately home’s history.
What‘s Included
Highly researched history
Well-trained and knowledgeable guide
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Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours
Reviews
119 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Julia was the best! So engaging and fun!
gmD4232CJ,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Small group, great for people who like history with a side of paranormal. Extended tour was a bonus! Definitely recommend Julia as a guide!
Wendy was great!
seantX2803RR,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved the tour! My family wanted to scared from ghost stories. We were scared but we also had some good laughs. Wendy was funny , engaging , and made sure everyone had a great time. Raleigh history is very interesting . Loved this experience!
Fabulous, intriguing, spooky
alisonrI5858VO,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wendy was absolutely fabulous! She was hilarious, and quite scary with the stories at the same time. I learned a lot about Raleigh I didn’t know! I would definitely do the tour again especially with her because she is a natural born storyteller!
Great time and cameraderie
135ulig,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Guide, Wendy, was delightful and informative! Highly recommend her! Rice price was a bit steep. Wish we could have gone inside some of the buildings.
Fun and scary
bevc951,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I enjoyed Wendy’s tour very much. She was fun, engaging and included the group in the stories. She had some great stories !
Not scary walk thru Raleigh
Mirella T,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00I liked that we walked and saw a couple of interesting houses but otherwise there was nothing. I don’t think the guide was into the spooky theme, the narration was dull and the stories were neither funny nor scary.
Feel the goosebumps!
Kendra4ta,,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tyland was an amazing guide. Great at highlighting the macabre aspects of real history. Goosebumps all around.
Loved it!
P5251JKjuliae,,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mary was very informative and we loved the humor she added. The tour was the perfect length and the text beforehand was extremely helpful for tourists.
History and ghosts.
L7369RIkyleb,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kaya was a great guide. A nice way to learn more about the capital. The tour was enjoyable and it was nice to learn about some of Raleigh’s ghostly inhabitants.
It was ok. There were too...
Devon H,,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00It was ok. There were too many people in our group (26 is definitely too many) for us to really be able to hear the guide even with the microphone on the highest volume. Plus the guide really didn't have any personality, it felt like relating facts. The good part was that the facts we could hear were interesting and the areas were pretty.
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