Shadows of the Peninsula - Haunts, Pirates and Death Ghost Tour

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Home that Anna Ravanal haunts. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tomb of Samuel Pryles, laid to rest the wrong way. He haunts the Circular Church grounds. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

When you have a long history like Charleston does, some bad things are going to happen. Our goal is to provide stories of murder and mayhem, but our guides will also give you the stories of those you may not have heard of before. Going deeper into the history of those who died and still haunt the peninsula of Charleston

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–12
Operated by: Charleston Drinking Tours

Ages: Adults (21–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic beverages: Drinks do NOT come with the tour. Each guest is responsible for purchasing any beverages or food, plus tax and tip. Thank you.

Itinerary

Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon

10 min Admission included

The last project commissioned by the British before the American Revolution was completed in 1771.
Circular Congregational Church

20 min Admission included

Founded in 1681, Circular Church is the oldest burial ground in Charleston.
Washington Square

20 min Admission included

Washington Square has seen its share of death and depravity. Many spirits haunt the grounds still.
St. Michael's Church

20 min Admission included

Historic church in the heart of downtown Charleston, South Carolina. Numerous US presidents have set foot inside the place, including Barak Obama and George Washington, just to name a few.
Philadelphia Alley

10 min Admission included

Duels, death, and a must stop on any nightly tour the city has to offer Historical in many aspects, our guide will tell you the bloody history of Philadelphia Alley's seedier past.
The Powder Magazine

10 min Admission included

This building, completed in 1713, serves as the oldest government structure still standing in Charleston. It goes back to the days of the walled city. Used for gunpowder storage until 1748. Survived the American Revolutionary War and has served as a museum since being purchased in the early 1900s.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This actually puts you on the back side of the United States Customs House, we will be meeting on the front end of the USCH that faces South Market Street and Concord Street.

End point

The historic Blind Tiger Pub is Charleston's oldest operating bar, since 1803. The Blind Tiger offers great drinks, cocktails and food, plus live music and the rich history of the building will leave you wanting to stay.