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Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

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Charleston, USA
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Mike Brown is Charleston's most experienced ghost tour guide.

Mike has been giving ghost tours in Charleston for 30 years and is the host of the popular Pleasing Terrors Podcast. He has been featured on television and radio shows including the BBC, HGTV, Voice of America Radio and Destination America's Ghost Asylum.

Mike combines suspenseful storytelling with an unparalleled knowledge of the hidden and often frightening stories lurking in Charleston's past and present.

This tour offers photos, stories and authentic research not available on scripted ghost tours.

Every tour is given by Mike so you are guaranteed that the quality of the experience will match the reviews.

What's Included

  • Learn about Charleston's most fascinating and terrifying ghost encounters, history and folklore
  • Complimentary Bottled Water included during summer months
  • 90-Minute Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour of Charleston
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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    80 Broad Street
    Charleston, SC 29401, USA

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    End point

    142 Church Street
    Charleston, SC 29401, USA

    What To Expect

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    Charleston Library Society

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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Philadelphia Alley

    We visit Charleston's haunted "Bloody Alley" and talk about its history of dueling and the tragic deaths that occurred there.
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    St. Michael's Church (pass by)

    Historic church located in downtown Charleston
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Charleston’s Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-174955P1

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Learn about Charleston's most fascinating and terrifying ghost encounters, history and folklore
    • Complimentary Bottled Water included during summer months
    • 90-Minute Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour of Charleston
    • Hear suspenseful storytelling with knowledge of the hidden stories lurking in Charleston's past
    • Tours led by Mike Brown, a Charleston native who has been giving ghost tours for 30 years.

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
    • Operated by a business

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