1-Hour Lantern-Lit Spooky Alexandria Tour w/ Spine-Chilling Stories, Authentic Storytelling & Haunted Graveyards

Alexandria Colonial Tours - Virginia
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This was a great experience for the whole family!
Venture with friends or family into the haunted heart of Old Town Alexandria on a lantern-lit Ghost & Graveyard Tour led by costumed guides who bring spine-chilling stories and eerie legends to life

Highlights

  • Children 6 and under get a free admission to this spooky stroll

  • 1-hour lantern-lit walking tour through the haunted streets of Old Town Alexandria

  • Experience chilling ghost stories, folklore, and legends brought to life by a Colonial-costumed guide

  • Choose between two routes (North or South), each offering six blocks of eerie tales and historic sites

  • Visit haunted graveyards, shadowy alleys, and centuries-old landmarks with dark pasts

  • Hear stories of vengeful spirits, unsolved mysteries & restless souls

  • Authentic 18th-century storytelling with lantern light and cobblestone streets

  • Perfect group outing for friends, date nights, or families looking for a spooky adventure

  • Great for history buffs; learn about Alexandria’s colonial past through a supernatural lens

  • A must-do seasonal experience for thrill-seekers during evenings in Old Town

  • Perfect for Gifting! This is an ultimate outing for friends, date nights, or anyone brave enough to face Alexandria’s restless dead

What To Expect

Prepare for goosebumps as you wander through the darkened streets of Old Town Alexandria, guided only by flickering lantern light and a costumed storyteller. Each corner hides tales of tragic romances, restless spirits, and eerie mysteries that linger in the city’s storied past.

Guests can choose the North or South route, each offering its own blend of haunted sites and spectral tales. The one-hour stroll covers six blocks, weaving through graveyards, shadowy alleys, and centuries-old landmarks where history and legend intertwine. Whether you’re a ghost enthusiast or just looking for a thrilling night out, this immersive experience delivers suspense, history, and unforgettable chills.

Plan Your Visit

  • Operating Hours Sun-Wed: 7:30 PM- 8:30 PMThurs: 7:30 PM- 8:30 PM | 8 PM- 9 PMFri-Sat: 7:30 PM- 8:30 PM | 8:30 PM- 9:30 PM | 8 PM- 9 PM | 9 PM- 10 PMSubject to Change
  • Duration 1 hour
  • Meeting Point Visitor Center at 221 King Street

How It Works

1. Grab the Deal

Buy your Groupon first!

2. Plan your visit

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3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket

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4. Enjoy the Experience!

What We Offer

  • Ghost & Graveyard Tour or Alexandria’s Original Ghost & Graveyard Tour - Holiday Haunts For 1, 2 or 4

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Alexandria’s Original Ghost & Graveyard Tour - Holiday Haunts What could be better than Christmas in Alexandria? On this six block, hour long walking tour, enjoy the festive decorations of this beautiful town while listening to a seasonal blend of Alexandria Holiday History and forgotten Christmas folklore. We're also bringing back the Victorian tradition of 'scary ghost stories by the fire', as your costumed guide ends the tour with haunted tales by lantern light in a historic graveyard. Don't miss this limited time only, seasonal event!

After your tour - hold onto your ticket! We've partnered with a few local businesses to give you discounts! Stop by one of our partner's stores today!

  • The Old Town Shoppe
  • Dolce Gelato
  • The Creamery
  • Kilwins Ice Cream
  • Pop's Ice Cream

FAQs

Can guests choose a specific tour route?

Guests can choose either the North or South route while booking

Are costumes or props used during the tour?

Yes, guides wear Colonial costumes and carry lanterns, creating a spooky and immersive atmosphere

How long is the Ghost & Graveyard Tour in Alexandria?

The tour lasts about one hour and covers six historic blocks in Old Town

What makes the Old Town Alexandria ghost tour unique?

Unlike standard walking tours, this lantern-lit experience blends history with supernatural tales, told by costumed guides along centuries-old streets and graveyards

Is the Ghost & Graveyard Tour in Alexandria family-friendly?

The stories are spooky and eerie, but family-friendly, and children are welcome with adult supervision

Need To Know Info

Expiration varies. Amount paid never expires.
  • 3-day hassle-free refund guarantee: Free cancellation for up to 3 days after purchase for unredeemed vouchers
  • Due to high demand, public tours meet at Burke and Herbert Bank, 100 S. Fairfax St., Old Town Alexandria, on Friday and Saturday nights in October, October 13, Halloween, November 1, and November 2
  • While they love furry friends, they unfortunately cannot allow pets on their tours
  • Not valid with additional promotions
  • All goods or services must be used by the same person
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Michael
6 ratings|3 reviews
This was a great experience for the whole family!
Megan
3 ratings|2 reviews
Ask for Barb as your guide. She is the best storyteller they have!
Kate
3 ratings|2 reviews
I couldn’t use the Groupon to book online but I called the number and they were super kind and helpful and worked it out.
Jocelyn
Top reviewer
10 ratings|5 reviews
Ty was our guide & he was excellent, a great storyteller! Our group had 4 kids (ranging from ages 6-12). They were really into it, they followed along well & the stories kept them on the edge of their seats..but was not too scary. Wouldn’t hesitate to book this again!
gayle
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44 ratings|28 reviews
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