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OBX Ghost Tours- The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks

343 Reviews 4.59 out of 5 stars Based on 343 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 90% of reviewers | Outer Banks, USA
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On average, this is booked 15 (5.16) days in advance.

1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Our walking tour is something the entire family will enjoy. You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through downtown Manteo telling you the spooky tales that make the Outer Banks one of the most haunted beaches in the United States.

Some of the stories you'll hear include; the Lost Colony, Blackbeard, the Cora Tree, and much more.

Our tour also offers guests the chance to use an EMF detector. EMF detectors are commonly used on paranormal investigating television shows.

You'll have the time of your afterlife at OBX Ghost Tours.

What's Included

  • Use of EMF detectors
  • Touristic Guide

    Meeting Location

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    307 Queen Elizabeth Avenue
    Manteo, NC 27954, USA

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    Pioneer Theater

    Hear the history and ghost stories of the historic Pioneer Theatre in Downtown Manteo. Andy Griffith hung his own marque for a showing of his movie A Face in the Crowd.Hear accounts of ghostly activity of this historic theatre and have the chance to purchase concessions.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

    We will spend some time on the dock of the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse to discuss the Legend of Theodosia Burr and the Graveyard of the Atlantic.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Roanoke Island Festival Park (pass by)

    We will walk past the Elizabethan II, a replica ship similar to the one that the Lost Colony of Roanoke voyaged on when coming to the new world.
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    Roanoke Island (pass by)

    From the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse, guests will get a beautiful view of the Roanoke Island Inn. We will discuss the history and legend of Roscoe Jones, former Postmaster of Manteo who is said to haunt the gorgeous inn.
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    Additional Info

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

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the OBX Ghost Tours- The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-256995P1

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    Don't miss out!
    On average, this is booked 15 (5.16) days in advance.

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    What's Included

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    • Use of EMF detectors
    • Touristic Guide

    Additional Info

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    • 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
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 120 travelers
    • Operated by a business

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