Pittsburgh Ghosts Steel City Haunted Tour

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Pittsburgh, USA
Step into the shadows and discover the haunting tales of our city's past.
The stories told by our guides will make you believe in the afterlife.
Our guide telling an epic tale of hauntings in the beautiful city
Join in on the fun and come on an evening of spooky stories and history
Follow your guide on a trip back in time as you learn about Pittsburgh's dark past.
Come to be told the true crime history of these haunted stops
Our guide tell chilling tales to a group of enthusiastic guests

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Overview

Step into the shadowy streets of Pittsburgh with our walking ghost tour, where history meets haunting!

Led by a seasoned local guide who excels in haunted history and storytelling, this tour will lead you to the city’s most iconic and eerie locations. As you wander through the historic district, you’ll hear spine-chilling tales of spectral residents haunting the Pittsburgh Playhouse, ghostly apparitions at the University of Pittsburgh, and unsettling stories from the Old Allegheny Jail Museum.

This isn’t just a ghost tour; it’s a deep dive into Pittsburgh’s gritty past and its eerie legacy. Traverse a mile of haunted ground, where each stop reveals the darker side of the Steel City. The tales are well-researched and gripping, providing a mix of supernatural thrills and historical insight. While we can’t enter private buildings, the haunted atmosphere will captivate you with every step.

Get ready for a night of spine-tingling stories and a closer look at Pittsburgh’s mysterious past!

What's Included

  • Thoroughly researched and accurate history
  • Professional and courteous guide
  • Authentic local ghost stories
  • Gratuity
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Guide tip

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Mellon Square, Sixth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA

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All tours meet at Mellon Square, Smithfield St & Oliver Ave. Your guide will be carrying a lantern and wearing a black US Ghost Adventures t-shirt. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.

End point

Omni William Penn Hotel, 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, USA

Our tour will end at Omni William Penn Hotel, where your guide will recount eerie tales before sending you on your way.

What To Expect

PPU Pittsburgh Playhouse

Peer into the eerie past of the Pittsburgh Playhouse, where performers claim to hear ghostly applause echoing through the empty halls. There's a lingering spirit of The Lady in White, often spotted silently watching the stage from the balcony. The whispers of long-deceased actors are said to fill the air, leaving visitors with an unsettling chill.
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9 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

University of Pittsburgh

Wander the grounds of Pittsburgh University, where several buildings are steeped in ghostly lore. The Cathedral of Learning is rumored to host several spectral students who wander its Gothic hallways. As night falls, the ghostly figure of the Blue Lady is said to roam, blending seamlessly into shadows and sending shivers down spines.
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9 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Allegheny County Health Department

Stand before the Allegheny County Health Department, where eerie tales of restless spirits abound. Former employees report the unnerving feeling of being watched, and cold spots where no draft should be found. The most chilling legend involves an apparition of a long-lost patient who roams the grounds, seeking closure.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

440 Ross St

Glance at the foreboding façade of the Old Allegheny Jail Museum, a 19th-century relic with a dark past. Ghosts of former inmates are said to haunt the cells, their anguished cries still heard by night. The eerie figure of a spectral warden, forever pacing the corridors, adds to its bone-chilling atmosphere.
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9 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Frick Building

This iconic piece of Pittsburgh architecture was named after Henry Frick, arguable one of the most controversial millionaires this city has ever seen. Here, your guide will explain why--and if you join us for our extended tour, they'll get into reported hauntings.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Union Trust Building

Commissioned by Mr. Frick (yes, the same one!) in 1915, this Gothic style building is another one that makes Pittsburgh's skyline unique and beautiful. Listen as your guide goes into detail about its fascinating past, including a rather strange mystery about what's on the roof.
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9 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Omni William Penn Hotel

End your tour with the grand Omni William Penn Hotel, known for its paranormal activity as much as its luxury. Guests over the years have reported seeing the specter of a 1920s-era woman gliding gracefully down the hallways. The mysterious piano music that resonates through the night is often attributed to the ghost of a bygone musician, serenading from beyond the grave.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-314279P2

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