Williamsburg Ghost Tours
Are you ready to experience the most authentic ghost tour in Williamsburg, Virginia?
Our original stories have earned us accolades as one of the Top 10 Ghost Tours in the US and Best Ghost Tour in Colonial Williamsburg.
Colonial Ghosts, a Williamsburg ghost tour, is Ranked as one of the Top 10 Ghost Tours in America!
If you want to experience a genuine ghost tour with real hauntings commonly experienced on tours, and not “orbs” on cameras, embark on a night you’ll never forget. Join us on our nightly walk through haunted Williamsburg, VA with our licensed tour guides!
Our stories are based on research, eyewitness haunting interviews, and a ghost story book connected to factual and historic events. Tours walk through the historic Colonial area of Williamsburg. Add the extended ghost tour for a bonus ghost tour through the College of William and Mary, the nation's second oldest College.
Many guests on our tour have experienced activity. We invite you to become one them.
Aided by renowned psychics and investigators, at Colonial Ghosts we have conducted our own interviews with former Colonial Williamsburg staff and research to enrich the stories you will hear on your ghost tour through the Colonial Williamsburg area and William and Mary historic campus. Stories span from the Colonial era through the Civil War, and to the present. We’ve even captured hauntings on video.
We are Williamsburg’s most engaging and informative ghost tour, featuring up to 18 ghost stories on location—more than any other tour—covering new locations every year and stories not heard elsewhere. You can also download our interactive app for more ghost stories.
Our Tours
COLONIAL GHOSTS TOUR
Uncover the chilling past of Colonial Williamsburg, where history intertwines with haunting tales from the Colonial era, Civil War, and beyond. Join us on a journey through the historic streets, where the echoes of the past still linger and ghostly apparitions may roam.
Tour Meeting Location: In front of the Kimball Theater, at 424 W Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Tour Times: 8PM, 9PM NIGHTLY
Tour Length: 1hr to 1hr 15 minutes
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
ULTIMATE GHOST TOUR
Delve into the darkest and most chilling aspects of this historic colonial town. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable journey into the depths of the otherworldly, as we uncover the mysteries that lurk in the shadows after hours.
Tour Meeting Location: In front of the Kimball Theater, at 424 W Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Tour Times: Monday through Saturday at 10PM
Tour Length: 1.5hr
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
WILLIAMSBURG HAUNTED PUB CRAWL
Sip on signature cocktails while discovering the best local legends, terrifying tales, and haunted locations in one of the oldest towns in America.
Tour Meeting Location: In front of the Kimball Theater, 424 W Duke of Gloucester St. in Merchant's Square at 428 W Duke of Gloucester
Tour Times: Daily at 545PM
Tour Length: Approximately 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
WILLIAMSBURG BLACK HISTORY EXPERIENCE
Discover the remarkable history of the Black experience in colonial America. Learn about the tribulations and tenacity of Williamsburg’s enslaved inhabitants, and get a glimpse into the lives of those who navigated the horrors of slavery with resistance and resilience in this historic colonial town.
Tour Meeting Location: In front of the Kimball Theater, 424 W Duke of Gloucester St. in Merchant's Square at 428 W Duke of Gloucester
Tour Times: Daily at 1PM
Tour Length: Approximately 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
SECRETS OF COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG
Get ready to uncover the dark underbelly of Williamsburg, where the historic buildings contain the remnants of long-buried secrets filled with crimes, illicit affairs, and scandalous escapades that continue to haunt this monumental town.
Tour Meeting Location: In front of the Kimball Theater, 424 W Duke of Gloucester St. in Merchant's Square at 428 W Duke of Gloucester
Tour Times: Daily at 11AM
Tour Length: Approximately 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
DRINK WILLIAMSBURG EXPERIENCE
Join us as we journey through the cobblestone streets of Williamsburg, stopping at some of the most iconic and beloved pubs in town. From cozy taverns with roaring fireplaces to lively alehouses buzzing with energy, each establishment has its own unique charm and character waiting to be discovered.
Tour Meeting Location: In front of: Amber Ox Public House, 525 Prince George St Suite 102, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Tour Times: Daily at 3PM
Tour Length: Approximately 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
TASTE WILLIAMSBURG - CULINARY FOOD TOUR
Indulge your senses and treat your palate to a culinary journey through the rich tapestry of Williamsburg’s food culture. Join our expert guides on a delectable adventure and treat your taste buds to everything from colonial classics to traditional dishes with a modern twist.
Tour Meeting Location: In front of the Kimball Theater, 424 W Duke of Gloucester St. in Merchant's Square at 428 W Duke of Gloucester
Tour Times: Daily at 2PM
Tour Length: Approximately 3 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Colonial Ghosts Videos
9 Reasons You Must Walk a Colonial Ghost Tour if You’re In Williamsburg, Virginia... Even if You Don’t Believe In Ghosts (Yet)!
1. You don’t believe in ghosts.
Did you know scientists at Princeton University may have proven the existence of ghosts? Researchers at
Princeton University have been studying paranormal phenomena in a scientific context for almost 30 years,
through a department called “PEAR”. It stands for “Princeton Engineering Anomalies Research”. PEAR is a
scientific study of consciousness-related physical phenomena.
What does this have to do with ghosts in Williamsburg, Virginia? Everything. Here’s an explanation, a quote
from
the PEAR website,
“Nearly three decades of intense experimentation leave little doubt that the anomalous physical phenomena
appearing in the PEAR studies are valid, and are significantly correlated with such subjective variables as
intention, meaning, resonance, and uncertainty… The primary importance of operator intention and emotional
resonance with the task at hand, along with the operator-specific structure evident in the data, the absence
of
traditional learning patterns, and the lack of explicit space and time dependence clearly predicate that no
direct application or minor alteration of existing physical or psychological frameworks will suffice. ”
You read that right. Accredited researchers from an Ivy League university have verified, using the
scientific
method, that human consciousness can affect the material world without any physical medium known to modern
science.
You see, the question of haunting has always been a question of human consciousness. More specifically, the
question of haunting has always been about an issue central to human consciousness: meaning. When a soul is
wronged, or tortured, or betrayed, or even hopeful, it seems it can leave a lasting mark on the world behind
it.
It so happens that Williamsburg, Virginia is home to a legion of haunting tales of just how dramatic these
marks
can be. Indian burial grounds, witches, stories of murder, tragedies of war, and bitter betrayal across more
than 300 years of history. Join us to see, hear and feel these hauntings for yourself!
2. You don’t like guided tours.
Have you ever had a terrible tour guide? Someone who wasn’t very likable, wasn’t very knowledgeable, didn’t
have
a good command of the group, was boring, unengaging, and just left you feeling like you had wasted your
money?
Our tour guides are the polar opposite. They will make a believer out of you. Not just in ghosts, but in how
awesome a properly guided tour can be. Our guides take their role seriously - they are guiding you through
300
years of history, in places that have been evidently haunted, almost weekly, since they were discovered.
Colonial Ghosts guides define the standard for professional walking tours, and our company has consistently
been
rated the top ghost tour attraction in Williamsburg, Virginia for years because of our fantastic guides.
That’s saying something because the competition is stiff here (this place is severely haunted)! In fact, our
guides do such a good job that Colonial Ghosts remains competitive on lists for doing anything in
Williamsburg,
Virginia, including sailing, food tasting, wine tasting, beer tasting… even zip-lining!
Colonial Ghosts only employs guides that pass a series of benchmarks, including story telling ability,
friendliness, tact, historical knowledge, command presence, organization and time management, rapport
building,
and most importantly, responsibility! No matter how big your group, where you’re from, how old you are, or
what
language you speak, our guides will deliver a terrifyingly fun, spooky and memorable experience. You will
look
back on your tour fondly and reminisce for years about the experience!
But hey, don’t take our word for it. Check out what our guests have said.
3. You want to learn (and remember!) the hidden secrets of Williamsburg, Virginia!
Have you ever heard of a “memory palace”? It’s a technique used by memory athletes to remember fantastic
amounts
of information with perfect recall, in a short period of time. What you do is, you associate different
imagery
and stories with different features of locations you’re familiar with (like different rooms in your house).
As
it turns out, you will automatically be building a memory palace, filled with the chilling tales of the
ghosts
of Williamsburg, as you walk the Colonial Ghost tours.
See, the way the human brain is wired to remember is based on imagery and territory. It’s why we recognize
landmarks when we’ve driven somewhere new, even if we forget the name of the roads we were on. It makes
sense.
Throughout human history, even before reading and writing, it was critical we knew how to navigate our homes
or
the places near our homes. Remembering the features of different terrain has been critical to our survival.
What does this have to do with ghosts? The answer may surprise you. You see, it’s not just that ghosts haunt
specific locations. But as you find yourself walking along the streets of Williamsburg with our guides,
through
graveyards, churches and old prisons, you may begin to picture the stories you’re hearing.
As you walk past the maze in the gardens in front of the Governor's Palace, you may be able to picture the
ghosts of the young couple who snuck onto the grounds one night after the palace was rebuilt, hoping for an
adventurous and romantic stroll… only to meet the horrifying fate that awaited them. And as you picture what
happened in your mind’s eye, you will find you can remember the dark secrets of Williamsburg any time you
need
them. To impress your friends (or a date). To amuse your family. Or maybe just to reminisce with the people
who
walked the grounds with you. There are over three centuries of dark secrets looming over the streets of
Williamsburg, and we will reveal the most haunting to you, in vivid detail! Having explored these places
yourself, you will be sure to remember these stories until it’s your turn to cross over!
4. You’ve only got a couple days in town, and you’re not sure what to do.
If you’ve only got a couple days in town, maybe you’re with your significant other, or maybe you’re with your
friends, or even your whole family, and you’re spending your precious paid time off here in Williamsburg, so
that every move you make counts... then you simply must come visit us.
If you could only count on one thing to do in Williamsburg, Virginia that guaranteed you’d have a great time
and
memories that last forever, then a Colonial Ghosts walking tour is your safest bet.
Here’s why: Our tours cover about one mile of walking. They’re approximately 90 minutes long, unless you
decide
to go for the extended tour. Then you can add about 30-45 minutes to that for a total of 110-125 minutes.
Even
so, they’re no more time consuming than your typical movie at the theater. Long enough to cover a lot of
ground,
but not too long.
Colonial Ghost tours are also handicap accessible, and we will accommodate any special needs you or your
party
may have. Not everyone is in shape to do some of the more adventurous activities in Williamsburg. But our
tours
can be as much adventure as you can handle, without being physically demanding.
Also, the value you get per ticket blows the competition out of the water. Just taking the family to see a
movie, when you throw in the 10x marked up pop-corn, candy and drinks can be nearly a hundred dollars these
days! We won’t price gouge you with snacks, but we will reveal the secrets of one of the most historic and
haunted locations in the continental United States to you. Our guests regularly witness hauntings and
capture
chilling photos and video they can’t explain. If you feel the nerve, our guides will show you how you can
experience these hauntings for yourself!
But even if you finish your ghost tour unsure of how to make sense of what you have seen and heard, nearly
everyone tells us they’ve enjoyed learning the history stories of what happened here in Williamsburg.
When is the last time you got to walk-through your favorite stories and visit the places all the characters
actually lived? To smell the old wood from the church pews and hear the creaking of the floors, or the
echoes of
the old stone? Come join us for a truly memorable experience you’ll love sharing with your friends and
family.
5. You’re on a date.
Did you know the hormones our bodies release when we’re thrilled have an influence on attraction? It’s why
roller-coasters make such a great first date. This has been studied over and over, but it’s worth repeating
here. If you’re taking someone on a date, and you’re looking to have a lot of fun together, or to increase
attraction for each other, it’s a good idea to find something that gets the blood pumping. The best
activities
are even a little scary, like a roller coaster. Or a haunted old church.
Colonial Ghost tours fit the bill perfectly. You will learn a lot of new history together, you will be
exercising and getting your blood pumping together as you stroll a gentle mile through historic
Williamsburg,
and we promise your imaginations will be stimulated enough to give you a little scare. It’s good for
bonding. ;)
6. You want to do something you and your family will have so much fun with, and have even more fun remembering
together!What is it worth to take a trip with your family that actually brings everyone together, even if it’s just
for
an hour or two? Family vacations can be stressful, and sometimes it can be a real pain to get everyone to
get
into the spirit doing the same thing, without whining or eyes rolling. And how many memories do we really
get to
have fun reminiscing over as the years pass?
Well, Colonial Ghosts has got you covered. Walking and listening to spellbinding stories is easy enough for
anyone to do, and yet, the experience of walking through haunted America is enough to get everyone’s
attention.
We have heard more stories of families having good times together, and remembering this for years, than we
have
room to print here. In fact, we guarantee it. If you’re not thrilled with the experience, if you don’t feel
like
you got to do something really special walking through haunted historic Williamsburg with us, we will refund
your money on the spot. We know you’re going to have a great time, and we can’t wait to see you.
7. You want a REAL ghost tour.
Colonial Ghost tours are the real deal. One of the first things you’ll notice, that makes us different than
the
other ghost tours in town, is we don’t walk the traditional paths. And we don’t use silly costumes or
lanterns.
Why? Because we only walk the paths of the stories we have fact-checked and verified. We explore real
haunted
sites across Williamsburg.
This isn’t a Disney tour. Not that we have anything against Disney. We love Disney. But Colonial Ghosts,
while
family friendly, is here to explore the factual history of haunted ghost sites. This includes stories of
betrayal, war and tragedy. If you’re looking for real hauntings, and the sites where truly gruesome events
happen that inspired the hauntings, you’re at the right place with Colonial Ghosts.
Have you ever had that funny feeling someone is watching you, like you can feel a pair of eyes on you? And
then
you turn to see you were right? Or have you ever surprised yourself, that you just ‘knew’ something, without
being able to tell anyone why or how? Those hair raising experiences are just the tip of the iceberg… we
will
take you to places where it is possible to see, hear and feel the presence of the ghosts of Williamsburg.
Lovers
betrayed. Brothers slain in battle. Wounded soldiers exploited by madmen. Ceremonial Native American burial
grounds. It’s all here. If you want to make contact with the other side, this is your chance.
8. You have a tight schedule.
Colonial Ghost tours are easy to fit into most schedules, because we run late in the evening. We have different start times in the evening to choose from, including with ghost tours starting at 8pm and 9pm, and the Ultimate tour at 10pm. Finally, at 90-125 minutes long, you can almost always find a tour that fits your schedule.
9. You believe modern science has debunked ghosts.
This is our favorite. Not long ago, a pop-science article was published that claimed the Large Hadron
Collider
at CERN had debunked ghosts. In reality, a scientist named Brian Cox mused that if there were a medium that
could preserve a person (something like a ‘soul’), he believes he would have seen evidence of it in his
particle
physics work.
There have been sensational and materialistic anecdotes like these since the beginning of time. Long before
science was as developed as it is, people doubted ghost stories. The funny thing is, upon closer inspection
of
what Cox actually said, it’s obvious the Large Hadron Collider has not proven anything about ghosts.
In reality, the problem of ghosts, and even human consciousness, is one of information. As the celebrated
evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins wrote, “What lies at the heart of every living thing is not a fire,
warm
breath, nor a ‘spark of life’. It is information, words, instructions… Think of a billion discrete digital
characters… If you want to understand life think about digital technology.”
In modern science, information is categorized in two fundamental ways. Syntactic and semantic. Syntactic
information is information we can quantify mathematically. Like how many letters are in this sentence.
Syntactic
measurements allow us to quantify communication, and to build systems of communication, like telephones and
computers.
Semantic information, on the other hand, is information with meaning. As of this writing, modern science has
no
way of quantifying semantic information. Meaning baffles our mathematics. Partly because meaning is fluid
and
changes with context. For example, if you find a piece of paper with the word “no” written on it, the
communication is incomplete. You don’t know if that was the answer to a question or the beginning of a
statement.
But more importantly, meaning implies a person, or persons, communicating. And so with meaning we must enter
the
realm of human consciousness. The realm of souls and that which animates our biological machinery. Which is
still a great semantic mystery.
There are places in the world where souls have left such a strong impression on the environment, that their
marks can be seen long after they’ve died. Come join us as we explore some of these most haunted places in
America, and meet the ghosts of those who died there!
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