Tales from the Necropolis - A Ghost Walk Through St. James Cemetery
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 13min
- Price from
- $25 / person
- Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 273 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Danyel J. Roberts
- Meeting point
- We'll be waiting for you at the top of the slope, just in front of the magnificent Liverpool Anglican Cathedral. We'll both be dressed in Edwardian attire, and you should be able to see us from a distance!
Description
St. James Cemetery is one of the most strangely beautiful and haunted locations in the world. We will guide you by lantern light through this remarkable, ancient site, taking you to all of the most interesting hotspots and story locations, bringing the incredible (and often terrifying) true local tales - of real vampires, witches, ghosts, shadow entities and even fairies- to life with our rich background in street performance and theatre acting. We will take you on a true adventure. If you are even vaguely interested in the strange and supernatural, you simply cannot miss out on this tour!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM, 8:30 PM, and 9:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $25
- Child (ages 11–15)
- $22
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St James' Cemetery Garden
We will meet you at the foot of the magnificent Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, and lead you down by lantern light into the nearby St. James' cemetery (one of the most haunted locations in the world), where we will tell you the true local stories of ghosts, vampires, shadow-entities, witches and even fairies- taking you to all of the 'Hotspots' and specific locations linked to the tales.
Liverpool Cathedral
Looking up from down in the quarry, we'll enjoy some head-spinning views of the magnificent Liverpool Cathedral looming overhead, and learn some interesting facts about its construction.
Chalybeate Spring
Included in the tour is a brief stop at Liverpool's only surviving natural spring, first discovered 250 years ago by quarrymen in the 18th century. The mysterious spring is believed by many to possess magical healing properties.
Huskisson Memorial
Also included in the tour is a visit of the Mausoleum of the late William Huskisson; beloved statesman and MP, and the first person in the world to be killed by a train. His top-hatted, cloaked spectre is said to haunt this very location...
What's included
Included
Local Guides
Not included
Gratuities
Private transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
273 reviews
How it compares in Liverpool
- Rated higher than 79% of 102 reviewed tours in Liverpool
- No. 25 by number of reviews among 299 tours in Liverpool
- Starting price $25 is 56% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Liverpool
Excurgo comparison of 299 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Tales from the Necropolis - A Ghost Walk Through St. James Cemetery lasts about 1h 13min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $25 per person for this Liverpool experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM, 8:30 PM, and 9:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 11–15 pay from $22, adults from $25.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We'll be waiting for you at the top of the slope, just in front of the magnificent Liverpool Anglican Cathedral. We'll both be dressed in Edwardian attire, and you should be able to see us from a distance! Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(273)
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