Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours
Description
Ready to uncover Knoxville’s chilling secrets? Join us for a thrilling ghost tour through the city’s most haunted and historic spots! Led by expert local guides—Knoxville’s official haunted history gurus—you’ll hear real, hair-raising tales of the city’s dark past and the spirits that linger today. Experience spine-tingling tours offered nightly, year-round, delving into wicked history spanning centuries. Wander through haunted streets after dark, uncovering local legends from infamous witch trials to little-known tragedies. Discover why Knoxville is one of America’s most haunted cities! Your expert guide will bring these eerie stories to life as you visit legendary haunted locations like the Craighead-Jackson House and the Gay Street Bridge. Each step you take through Knoxville’s historic district is packed with spooky lore—feel the energy beneath your feet as you journey through this haunted city!
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Explore the eerie history of the Craighead-Jackson House, a relic from the 19th century. Known for its mysterious past and ghostly legends, this historic home is said to harbor the spirits of former residents who never truly left.
Blount Mansion, the humble yet historic home of Tennessee’s first governor, carries with it whispers of the past. Visitors have reported seeing shadowy figures and hearing unexplained noises, adding to its haunted reputation.
As you walk across the Gay Street Bridge, feel the chilling breeze that carries tales of tragic accidents and lost souls. Some say the spirits of those who met untimely ends here still linger, searching for peace.
The Bijou Theater, with its grand stage and rich history, is not just a cultural landmark but also a hub for paranormal activity. Ghostly apparitions and unexplained sounds are said to haunt this historic venue.
Step quietly through the First Presbyterian Church Graveyard, where the oldest graves in the city rest. The spirits of Knoxville’s early settlers are said to wander these grounds, their presence felt by many who pass through.
The East Tennessee History Center holds more than just artifacts; it’s rumored to house restless spirits as well. Stories of ghostly encounters within its walls suggest that history isn't the only thing preserved here.
Market Square, once a bustling center of commerce, now hosts a lively farmers market, but some say the ghosts of past merchants still linger. Listen closely, and you might hear the echoes of their voices among the market stalls.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(76)
Liz was very knowledgeable about Knoxville and made it a fun tour. It was great
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a fun time exploring Knoxville with Liz. She really enjoys sharing her knowledge of the area and making the experience enjoyable for everyone, so it’s wonderful to know that came through. We’d love to see you again soon!
The tour was canceled by the operator! Not happy.
Hi, Katherine! We’re sorry to hear your tour was canceled and understand how frustrating and disappointing that must have been, especially when you had planned time around the experience. That’s certainly not the experience we want guests to have. Please send your booking details to guestrelations@usghostadventures.com so our managers can review what happened and work toward addressing your concerns.
Great family experience. This was a fun way to gain knowledge about the area. The tour guide told spooky stories and was really good about reading the group and not making it scary for the kids in the group, while still giving “adult” facts. If we wanted it to be really scary the guide would have definitely accommodated the group. I like that she was able to adjust.
We really appreciate your kind words, Rita! Thank you! It’s fantastic to hear you enjoyed the mix of spooky stories and local history, and that your guide was able to tailor the experience perfectly for your family. Creating a comfortable and engaging tour for all ages is something we truly value. Hope to welcome you back again soon!
I thought the tour guide was AMAZING! The only concern I had was that the advertising made it seem like it was way more of an experience than it was. I would not recommend this the my friends.
Hi, Jonathan! We’re sorry to hear the experience itself felt underwhelming despite having such an amazing guide. We truly appreciate your kind words about them, though we understand how important it is for the tour to match the expectations created beforehand. Please reach out to guestrelations@usghostadventures.com with your booking details so our managers can review and work toward addressing your concerns.
Had a great time with Kylie. She was super friendly and had a great sense of humor. We heard about both the historical and spooky sides of each destination, which we enjoyed.
Thank you for the wonderful review, Katie! We’re so glad you had a great time with Kylie and enjoyed the mix of historical insight and spooky storytelling. It means a lot to hear you had such a positive experience, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
You'd think on something called a ghost tour you'd hear ghost stories, right? Nope, we didn't get a single story of ghosts, hauntings, or anything spooky. What we did get was a very high, very adhd 19 year old tour guide who talked about her friend group in town, her favorite board games, and literally non stop about some dead bird she found. When we contacted the company afterwards and told them all this and asked for our money back, they were insulting and said "Your request is denied but we could give you two free vouchers to another tour." Save your money and your sanity and run away from this "ghost tour."
Hi, Meagan! We’re sorry to hear the tour and the overall experience did not meet your expectations. We understand how disappointing it can be when the storytelling and atmosphere don’t align with what you were hoping for from a ghost tour. That’s not what we’re known for, and your feedback is important to us. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and hope we may have the opportunity to leave a better impression in the future.
It was an extremely cold night and we waited in front of an abandoned building for 20 minutes before the guide showed up- he was on time but the site tells you to get there 15 minutes early. That isn't necessary. Our guide had a very quiet voice and it was hard to catch all he was saying with the passing car noise. I was disappointed that we never entered any of the buildings listed for the tour. It is a street tour only as an fyi.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry to hear about the discomfort caused by the cold and the wait before the tour began, that’s certainly not an ideal way to start the evening. We also appreciate the feedback about the meeting time, guide audibility, and clarity around the street-only nature of the tour. Your comments are helpful and will be shared with our team so we can better set expectations and improve the overall experience. Thank you again for your honesty.
Derek was amazing and gave a very insightful tour. It was also nice just seeing the architecture of Downtown Knoxville.
Thanks for sharing your experience. Derek will be happy to hear that you enjoyed his tour and found it insightful. It’s great that you also appreciated the downtown architecture. Hope to see you again.
Very fun and interesting night. Lots to learn and very knowledgeable guide! We highly recommend this tour.
Hello. Lewis! We appreciate your feedback! It’s great to hear you enjoyed the evening and found the guide so knowledgeable. Thanks for recommending us—come back anytime!
We went on this tour tonight and it was absolutely horrible; 1. Operator was late, we were told to arrive @7:45 for a start of 8pm. He arrived at 8pm. 2. No one in the group could hear him talking. He faced away from the group to where we had to rotate around him continuously to hear anything. 3. It was only 35 min long! 4. We didn’t attend any locations we were supposed to 5. The parts of the stories we could hear were nothing notable. 6. When requested a refund for this crappy experience I was told “No refunds given”
Hello Kayley, we're sorry to hear you were disappointed in this experience. From what you described, this was not up to our normal standards and we'd like to pass this along to our management team. Please reach out to guestrelations@tourismo.com with your booking information, and we'll be able to make this experience up to you.
