Charleston Haunted Pub Crawl
Description
Step into the shadows of the Holy City and discover a side of Charleston that history books prefer to forget. On this spirited walking tour, you’ll sip your way through haunted pubs and eerie alleyways as we uncover chilling tales of colonists, cutthroat pirates, scandalous brothels, and Prohibition-era bootleggers. From ghostly whispers of the Civil War to the dark dealings of the city’s pirate past, this tour serves up strong spirits—both in your glass and from beyond the grave. Get ready for a thrilling night of history, haunts, and hops as we explore the not-so-holy side of Charleston. Our ghostly route may shift slightly from time to time—some pub stops might change depending on how busy the bars are. Don’t worry! We always aim to keep things flowing smoothly so you can enjoy your drinks, your spirits, and your spooky stories without delay. It’s all part of making your experience fun, seamless, and right on time!
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Nestled in a centuries-old brick building with creaking floors and flickering lanterns, The Griffon Pub sets the perfect mood for a night of haunted exploration. Known for its vintage charm and ghostly legends, it’s said that some patrons never truly leave. Grab a drink, gather your courage, and prepare to step into the shadows—our ghostly pub crawl begins here.
At this stop you will discuss the haunted history of one of Charleston's most haunted buildings, The Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon.
You will have the opportunity to purchase and alcoholic beverage from this notorious speakeasy. You will discuss the Prohibition Era and learn about the haunted history of the Blind Tiger.
Here you will stop by one of Charleston's oldest public buildings built in 1713. You will learn why and for what reason this building was built. A female apparition is often seen here.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(103)
Great haunted history tour punctuated with a cocktail or two. We enjoyed it greatly. Walked a bit, brand a bit, learned a bit about the history of Charleston
Alexis was an amazing tour guide ! She was so fun to be with and we really enjoyed the tour & stories ! We will definitely be back !
My first haunted pub crawl. We had a good time and had plenty of stops and time to have a drink while there. We walked through the old town area and had stops along the way besides the pubs that explained what happened in certain sights and who was still haunting there. Very entertaining. I just feel sorry for our wonderful guide who ended up more like a cat herder rather than a guide as the night wore on and more pubs were visited and drinks consumed. He was a good sport.
Thank you for sharing such a fun and thoughtful review! We’re so glad your first haunted pub crawl was a good time and that you enjoyed the mix of pub stops, history, and hauntings along the way. It definitely sounds entertaining—and you’re absolutely right, as the night goes on our guides sometimes have to switch hats from storyteller to cat herder 😄. We’re happy to hear your guide handled it with good humor and kept the experience enjoyable. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again for another spirited night out! 🍻👻✨
We attended the pub crawl on Halloween and were disappointed with the experience. The guide informed us at the start that we wouldn’t be visiting any of the bars advertised because they were too busy on Halloween. Instead, we went to one bar, one restaurant/bar, and a booze pop van. If we had known in advance that the advertised stops wouldn’t be included, we would have made other plans.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that the Halloween Pub Crawl didn’t meet your expectations and that the change in stops impacted your experience. We understand how important it is for guests to know what to expect, and we apologize for any frustration caused by not having the advertised bars available. Your feedback is valuable, and we’ll use it to improve communication for future tours. We appreciate you giving us a try and sharing your experience.
Tom was our guide. He was easy to hear and understand. He told ghostly tales along the way and inside each of the 3 pubs visited.
Thank you for joining us, and Tom, in Charleston. We really appreciate it and hope that the rest of your time in town was just as much fun!
Lots of laughs and overall fun time!! Great locations on the stops. From dungeon to rooftop and great stories.
Thanks for joining us! We’re happy to hear you had such a memorable and fun experience.
This was an awesome night. Our guide was so knowledgeable and very friendly. We highly recommend taking this tour.
We're glad you had a great time with Ghost City Tours. Thanks for your recommendation and we hope to see you again soon!
Tom was an awesome tour guide. He shared his personal experiences as well as the experiences of others he’s spoken too. He was very knowledgeable about the history and was very open to questions! Would definitely come again and recommend to all! Ask for Tour Guide Tom!!!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great time with Tom—he’ll be so happy to hear your kind words. We love that his stories and knowledge made the tour memorable for you. We’d be excited to have you back again, and thanks for recommending him!
Definitely would not recommend. I’ve done other ghost tours where I’ve gotten goosebumps. This one was underwhelming at best. A couple of the pubs were cool, but it was pretty boring otherwise.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. I’m sorry to hear the tour didn’t deliver the experience you were hoping for. While I’m glad you enjoyed a couple of the pub stops, it’s clear the overall tour fell short for you, and we appreciate you letting us know. Your comments help us improve, and we’re sorry this one missed the mark.
This tour was not what was advertised. It’s called a “haunted pub crawl,” but we walked past several pubs where the guide said, “this place is amazing, but we’re not going to stop.” We only stopped at one bar midway through and one at the very end. If you’re mainly interested in ghost stories, this might be the right tour for you. However, I was disappointed overall. Our guide didn’t seem very confident in the stories, often filling pauses with “um” and “and…,” which made the tour feel less engaging than it could have been
Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m sorry to hear the tour didn’t match what you expected from a haunted pub crawl. We understand how disappointing it is to pass by pubs without stopping, and we appreciate you pointing that out. I’m also sorry the storytelling didn’t feel as confident or engaging as it should have—your guide’s delivery plays a big part in the experience, and we’ll be addressing this. Thank you again for the honest feedback. It helps us improve and offer a better experience for future guests.
