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London Ghost Tour

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User icon20 Guests Max
Clock icon2 hrs
Info icon24h Free Cancellation
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Charterhouse Square haunted location on London ghost tour
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Brave Enough to Discover a Darker Side of London?

What's included?

Check iconDeep dive into London’s most twisted history and sinister past
Check iconWander the haunted heart of the city after dark and visit notorious spots like Smithfield Market, and Newgate Prison
Check iconHear tales of torture, treachery, and things that go bump in the night from a local guide
Check iconVisit sites of ghost sightings and paranormal activity and if you’re (un) lucky, experience it for yourself!

Excluded

Cross iconTransportation to and from the meeting point.​
Cross iconGhost sightings are not guaranteed, but you will definitely get chills!

London has 2,000 years of history… and not all of it rests in peace.


As the sun goes down, a darker side of the city comes out to play. Join a band of brave(ish) travellers and your ghost-loving local guide as you venture into the haunted heart of London to discover its tortured past. Together, you’ll wander through cobbled alleys and shadowy squares, uncovering spine-tingling stories of execution, conspiracy, ill-fated prisoners, and vengeful phantoms that just won’t quit.


Your guide will tell you terrifying tales and horrible history you won’t hear on your average tour as you visit the sinister sites where these stories took place. You’ll shiver your way through Charterhouse Square, listen for whispers at Smithfield Market, and creep past the centuries-old walls of St. Bartholomew’s. From the eerie legends of Fleet Street to the ghostly glide across Blackfriars Bridge, every stop is a step deeper into London’s paranormal past.


We’ll end the night at the notorious Clink Prison, where the condemned left more than just memories behind. Stick together, and maybe don’t look back… because in London you’re never truly alone.


Will we see a ghost? Who knows. But after tonight, you’ll never see London the same way again, and it will haunt you in the best way. Book now…if you dare!


Tour Highlights

  • Check iconFollow a ghost-savvy guide through London’s eeriest haunts
  • Check iconHear chilling true tales and spine-tingling legends
  • Check iconCreep through iconic spots like The Clink, Smithfield Market, and the infamous Fleet Street
  • Check iconBe brave and enjoy a spooky stroll on London’s underbelly with fellow fear-seekers

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Facts That Spread Fast, Like the Black Death

Beneath your feet lies Charterhouse Square, a former plague pit now known as one of the most haunted corners of London. From the restless souls of Black Death victims to the scene of royal fury and revenge, this site oozes with energy. Ghostly monks and a headless Duke still stalk the shadows and once you’ve uncovered its ghastly past, the ghost sightings won’t seem so far-fetched… just don’t look behind you.

Hellfire History With a Side of Martyrdom

This isn’t just a meat market, it’s a blood-soaked stage of execution and agony. Beneath the cobbles of Smithfield lie centuries of torment, as this was the stage of London’s most extreme punishments. You’ll stand in the very spot where fire cleansed and troubled spirits like the tortured ghost of William Wallace still linger. Listen carefully and you just might hear the phantom screams of burned Protestant martyrs that echo through the night.

Whispers in the Wards

St. Bartholomew’s Hospital may heal by day, but by night, it tells a far darker tale. Once a refuge for plague victims, you’ll uncover the secrets of the medical malpractices that took place here, shaping modern medicine as we know it. Some say you can still hear whispers of ghostly doctors, suffering patients, and one especially sinister spirit, a spectral child whose appearance is said to be a harbinger of death. See him… and you may not walk away.

Once You Hear the Howl, the Black Dog’s Already Behind You

The city’s Central Criminal Court now stands where the infamous Newgate Prison once loomed, a place of torment, executions, and despair. But some say the prison never truly let go. The spectral Black Dog, said to be the spirit of a wrongly accused man, still prowls the grounds, a growling reminder of the cruel injustices carried out behind those vanished walls. Keep your eyes open... and you might just want to confess to your sins before passing by London’s most haunted pub.

Every Pint Comes With a Poltergeist

This centuries-old pub is rumoured to be the most haunted in London, above the holding cells of Newgate Prison. Hear about the lingering souls of patrons who never quite finished their last drink. Here the beer is cold, but the ghosts are colder.

Dead Men Tell No Tales… Unless You Listen in the Crypt

Beneath the elegant facade of St. Bride’s Church lies a chilling secret. Its crypts, once overflowing with skeletal remains dating from Roman times to the 19th century, tell a far darker tale than the peaceful church above suggests. So many unsettling discoveries were unearthed that the crypts were eventually sealed, perhaps to keep whatever was inside... from getting out.

A Killer Cut Above the Rest

It’s on this very street where the story of the demon barber also known as Sweeney Todd was born. Learn about the horrors of this murderous man who cut more than just hair, and indulged in the flavours of human flesh. Is it a legend? Was he a real man? Who’s to say, but one thing’s for certain: this street paved the way for the iconic musical we all know and love.

Something Wicked This Way Whistles...

This place gives a whole new meaning to “whistle while you work,” especially if you're six feet under. St. Paul’s Cathedral may be a masterpiece of grandeur, but it’s a building that has survived blitzes and bombings, and when night falls, its shadows whisper a different story. Deep within the All Souls’ Chapel, the eerie tune of the Whistling Clergyman still echoes, long after the living have left.

It’s Not Just Your Nerves Starting to Sway

Dubbed “The Wobbly Bridge” after its infamous sway, the Millennium Bridge carries more than just foot traffic, it carries a curse. Ever since its opening, eerie reports have emerged: ghostly figures glimpsed in the mist, phantom splashes echoing from the waters below, and an unshakable feeling of being watched.

Friars, Liars, and…Murder

The imposing Blackfriars Bridge holds the story of a sinister past as the site of one of London’s more recent murder mysteries. True crime junkies will get their fix with the gruesome details of this Freemason conspiracy and cover-up.

Out, Out, Brief Candle... You’re Not Alone in the Dark

When you think of Shakespeare, “haunted” might not be the first word that comes to mind, but the Globe Theatre tells a different tale, one more horrifying than fiction. You’ll hear the chilling tale of one actor’s final fiery performance and the spectral happenings tied to the Globe’s tragic past, where fire, death, and drama have left more than just stories behind. Here, all the world’s a stage... and the ghosts still want an encore.

These Walls Can’t Talk, But the Ghosts Can

Face the facade of Clink Prison, aka the “Oldest Prison in London," where many claim the tormented spirits of its dark past still haunt the site. Visitors frequently hear chilling screams, the sound of rattling chains, and unsettling encounters with a malevolent force, believed to be the vengeful ghost of the cruel jailer known as "The Gaoler."

We've Saved the Worst For Last

Just when you thought it couldn't get worse we'll finish the tour at the remnants of Winchester Castle, where hidden treasure comes at a cost and a curse. It’s here where you’ll discover the demonic past of this opulent palace and the truth about the most controversial bishop in London.

Key Info

Starting Time(s)

20:00

Meeting Point

Charterhouse Square

Important Information

This tour offers an immersive experience into London's haunted past, perfect for those intrigued by the city's darker history.​

Know Before You Go

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time
  • This tour will run come rain or shine! We do not offer refunds in case of bad weather
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes and a waterproof jacket (if rain is forecast)
  • This tour is suitable for solo travellers, couples, friends and groups. Some subjects may not be suitable for children. It can also be booked privately for special occasions

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