Free cancellation
7 h 30 min
Activity St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
out of 5
16 reviews
The Charlotte Amalie Ghost Walk isn’t just a collection of spooky stories—it’s the real deal. This tour was crafted through deep dives into forgotten books, faded newspaper clippings, and island lore passed down through generations. But the real magic? Talking to the locals—the people who live and work in these historic buildings and have their own chilling encounters to share. This isn’t your typical tourist fare. It’s raw, rooted in Virgin Islands history, and filled with the kind of ghost stories and legends you won’t hear anywhere else.
Ages: Adults (10–99 years)
Stop 1
15 min
Located in the legendary "Creque Alley", this place is more than just the title of a Mamas and Papas song, this iconic alley harbors a chilling haunting and a notorious connection to a gruesome crime involving a well-known islander.
15 min Admission not included
Uncover the secrets of the Virgin Islands’ oldest building, where the governor ended up in prison for joining forces with a famous pirate!
15 min
Ever wonder why all of the city’s iconic Danish step streets are called “99 Steps”? The answer might surprise you—especially when werewolves get involved.
Charlotte Amalie Overlook
15 min
Uncover the chilling tale of a ghost ship that brought more than just disease—it left behind a legacy of cholera and the souls of those buried alive. As the sun sets, ghostly figures are said to drift along the beaches of St. Thomas, trapped between worlds.
Emancipation Garden
10 min
Emancipation Garden holds more than just the memory of freedom—it hides a ghostly secret. After Governor Peter von Scholten defied the Danish crown and declared the end of slavery, he left the islands in disgrace. But legend says his mistress, a free woman of color, never left.
Stop 6
15 min
Take pictures at one of the most breathtaking views of the harbor and find the perfect place to tell a UFO story that happened to one of the US ships harbored here.
Government House
15 min
The home of the Virgin Islands' governors is a an intricate and beautiful neoclassical building and full of fascinating history!
Camille Pissarro Fine Antiques & Print Gallery
15 min
Discover the scandalous story in the childhood home of one of the founders of Impressionism, Camille Pissarro, whose family came to this island to escape persecution and became part of the one of the oldest Jewish communities in the Western Hemisphere, right on St. Thomas.
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
We meet in front of the entrance to Fort Christian by the cannon.
We meet in front of the entrance to Fort Christian by the cannon.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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