Ghost Tour of Philadelphia by Candlelight

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About this activity

Discover the secrets hidden in the shadows of America's most historic and most haunted city! Join the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia for a candlelight walking tour along the back streets and secret gardens of Independence Park, Society Hill, and Old City, where ghostly spirits, haunted houses, and eerie graveyards lurk in the night! Experience history brought back to life with a costumed tour guide spinning tales of mystery and intrigue. Hear seldom-told tales about the city's historic sites, such as Independence Hall, Washington Square, Powel House, City Tavern, and more.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 35 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Ghost Tours of Philadelphia

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: local guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Independence Hall

5 min Admission not included

Guests will hear about a harrowing supernatural experience involving the security guards and an unknown entity in Independence Hall.
Library Hall

5 min Admission not included

Ben Franklin's spirit is known to appear throughout Philly, including here at Library Hall.
Washington Square

5 min

A one-time burial ground, this beautiful public park is home to a wandering ghost.
Powel House

5 min Admission not included

One of the most haunted sites in Society Hill, this colonial mayor's mansion harbors more than one lost soul.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The tour begins in Signers' Garden, which is a fenced in courtyard at the southeast corner of 5th St. and Chestnut St.

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.