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Ghosts of Virginia Beach Dark History Walking Tour

Ghosts of Virginia Beach Dark History Walking Tour

Overview

Dive into the spine-chilling history of Virginia Beach with our ghostly walking tour, designed to thrill and educate!

Guided by a local haunt expert, this mile-long journey takes you through haunted landmarks like the majestic King Neptune Statue and the eerie Conch Shell Art Installation. As twilight descends, hear chilling tales of murderous sirens, relentless pirates, and restless witches, each story echoing through these haunted grounds.

Feel the thrill as you stand near the boardwalk where Blackbeard’s ship, Queen Anne’s Revenge, once prowled, or gaze at the haunting Norwegian Lady Statue. The after-hours setting adds a chilling atmosphere, intensifying the ghostly legends that linger in the air.

Though we can’t enter private buildings, the atmosphere is thick with history and mystery.

Join us for an after-hours adventure and discover why Virginia Beach is a top haunted destination on the East Coast!

City: Virginia Beach

Fri 25 Apr

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Starting at $31.00

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Fri 25 Apr

Starting at $31.00

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Additional Info

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
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

King Neptune Statue on the Boardwalk

Marvel at the King Neptune's statue Virginia Beach's Boardwalk. This imposing structure might seem to be merely a personification of the ocean itself constructed to entertain beach-goers. But there is a far more sinister history behind its presence here.

Virginia Beach Boardwalk

We have all heard of the fearsome pirate Blackbeard and his murderous crew. But did you know Hampton Roads played a central role in the story? Only on our Virginia Beach Ghost Tour will find out why the boardwalk is so haunted!

Norwegian Lady Statue

This statue lies at the center of a tragic story. It was built to commemorate the souls that were lost in the shipwreck of the vessel Dictator in 1891. Join the tour to learn the horrifying story and why this is one of the haunted hotspots on Virginia Beach.

Naval Aviation Monument

This monument was built in tribute to three eras of naval aviation: The first at the turn of the twentieth century, the second during World War II, and the third during our time. It has it's haunting story you'll only hear on our exclusive ghost tour.

Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum

Our tour will guide you through some of the most terrifying events in the history of Virginia Beach. As we stop at a variety of historic sites, listen carefully to the stories of the city’s history of horror and keep your eyes peeled for any strange sightings, for who knows what supernatural forces might be lurking along the oceanfront tonight!

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (90)

elainek652

Oct 2024

William did a great job storytelling despite the myriad of distractions (the cold, roller group, and planes doing military exercises). Interesting tidbits of history and lore. We enjoyed it.

Response from Host

Nov 2024

Hi, Elaine! Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that William impressed you with his knowledge and professionalism. It’s clear he has a passion for his work! We hope you’ll join us again for another fantastic tour!

karenmW3265AA

Oct 2024

This was pretty cool. Our guide, William, was very entertaining. He made the tour fun and interesting. The stories had some history and some folk lore.👍👍

Response from Host

Nov 2024

Hi, Karen! William truly knows how to keep a tour entertaining! We’re delighted you had such a fun time with him. Looking forward to having you back for another ghostly journey!

kns291

Oct 2024

First let me just say, our tour guide (Shelley) was fantastic! 5/5 or 10/10 or whatever! As far as the stories/tour go... let me just preface this by saying I've done a lot of walking ghost/paranormal tours. The stories felt pretty anemic, and this certainly did not need to be a walking tour. Not a lot of actual ghost stories were told, and very few of the stories actually occurred at the stopping points. Cool history and a nice way to see some art and an historic site (the outside) around town, though. A better route where stories actually occurred would make more sense, but I enjoyed the walk and local lore nonetheless. I was sad the ghost I added on did not match the advertised photo. That's probably on me. I collect paranormal/supernatural plushies and trinkets and already have one like I got. Wasn't tour specific at all.

Response from Host

Nov 2024

We’re thrilled to hear Shelley made your experience a great one! We’re grateful for your feedback on the storytelling aspects and route, as we’re always looking to create stronger connections between the stories and our stops. We’d love to welcome you back and offer a more tailored experience!