Old Town Alexandria Ghost Tour: Historic Pub Crawl
4.8
104 Ratings
Alexandria
Uncover the dark secrets of Old Town Alexandria on a thrilling ghost tour and pub crawl. Explore haunted buildings, hidden alleyways, and enjoy drinks at historic pubs.
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Carlyle House - We’ll tell stories of the Carlyle House along the walking tour.
  • King & Rye - We’ll begin the tour with a drink stop at King & Rye. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase a drink at the bar, and then will meet the guide in the lobby of the hotel for stories.
  • Old Hat Bar - We’ll visit Old Hat Bar for stories and give guests time for a drink. There will be plenty of time to explore this unique and fun bar with the group!
  • Old Town - Explore the ghost stories and haunted bars of Old Town with your costumed tour guide.
  • Union Street Public House - We’ll stop by this great bar along the tour route. Union Street Public House is located in a renovated 1790 Colonial warehouse. There is plenty of history and lots of ghosts to discuss here!
  • Chadwicks - The tour ends near the waterfront by Chadwicks. Great scenery and a great place to grab a late-night bite after we’ve finished the tour.
  • Dolci Gelati - While exploring Old Town, we’ll stop in front of this delicious gelato shop for stories. The guide will reveal the tragic love story and ghosts that haunt the building.
What's Included
  • Stories of local hauntings and ghosts
  • Take-home commemorative can cooler or cup!
  • Visit historic local bars
  • 2.5-hour guided walking tour
  • Tour led by costumed guide
What's Not Included
  • Available for purchase
Additional Information

Discover the mysterious and intriguing past of Old Town Alexandria on this guided 2.5-hour ghost tour and pub crawl. An outfitted guide will navigate you through concealed byways, narrating stories about the historic sights and phantom-infested structures you pass. During your journey, you’ll also pause at some historical taverns of Old Town to have a drink before proceeding with the tour.
The pathway of the tour and drink halts are dependent on accessibility. All participants must be 21 years or older with Valid ID. Liquor is not included.

  • Must be 21+ with valid photo ID
Location
480 King St
King Street
You'll meet your tour guide inside of the lobby of The Alexandrian Hotel at 480 King Street. Look for a costumed to check-in and be sure to verify they are with Nightly Spirits.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Maria_p
Mar 15, 2024
Fun way to see the town! - Katie k. was a wonderful guide and me and my partner had so much fun! It was a great way to be introduced to the town.
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Chancellor
Mar 2, 2024
Fun spooky and perfect - This was the best ghost tour I’ve ever been on. Great bars great vibes and Katie K was an amazing host who had THE insights. Fun stops great bars and overall a good atmosphere kept up by Katie. She knows what she’s doing and it shows. And her pirate outfit was immaculate.
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567yesenias
Nov 29, 2023
Really fun! - My tour was with Katie K. She was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. I loved this tour! I highly recommend you request Katie to do your tour!
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450prestonc
Nov 9, 2023
Great Tour! - Katie was an excellent host! She was informative and told great stories! The pubs were an excellent addition to the Alexandrian atmosphere. Highly recommend this Ghost Tour!
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Steventh6628lb
Sep 23, 2023
Be immersed in the history while enjoying a few beverages with tour guide extraordinaire Martha Washington aka Jamie! - I recently had the spine-tingling pleasure of embarking on a Nightly Spirits haunted ghost tour and pub crawl in the historic heart of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, and I can confidently say that the experience exceeded my expectations. From eerie tales of restless spirits to cozy pub stops, this adventure was an absolute highlight of my trip. Decked out head to toe in 18th century regalia, we had the distinct privilege of being guided by none other than Marsha Washington, aka Jamie, whose exceptional performance truly set the tour apart from the rest. As we passed by other groups who were being led by plain-clothed storytellers rambling through memorized scripts, Jamie’s passion for the history and paranormal legends of Old Town Alexandria shone through. Her knowledgeable and engaging performance helped make the tales of ghosts, hauntings, and unsolved mysteries come to life. Jamie regaled us with several spooky stories of the city's past. Whether it was the legend of the Female Stranger or the haunted tales of the Gadsby's Tavern, each story sent shivers down my spine. Jamie had an uncanny ability to create an eerie atmosphere, making me feel as though I were truly in the presence of the supernatural. Between ghostly encounters, our guides provided us with fascinating insights into the city's rich history, including tales of its founding, Civil War history, and famous residents. It was a captivating journey through time, complete with period costumes and detailed accounts. At several points throughout the tour, we had the opportunity to warm up with a drink at one of the pubs. These stops allowed us to soak in the local atmosphere, chat with fellow adventurers, and savor delicious drinks and snacks. The experience was worth every penny. Not only did we get a thrilling tour of Old Town's haunted history, but we also enjoyed delightful libations at the local pubs. The ticket price was a bargain considering the quality and depth of the experience. Without Jamie’s incredible and passionate performance, we would have simply been wandering from bar to bar listening to a strangely dressed person ramble on and on about, “back in my day…”. That just sounds like a normal night out with my friend Joe. Trust me, it gets old fast. The Nightly spirits haunted ghost tour and pub crawl in Old Town Alexandria, VA, was an incredible adventure that exceeded my expectations. It was an expertly crafted blend of spine-tingling stories, historical insights, and local flavor. Whether you're a history buff, a ghost enthusiast, or just looking for a unique night out, I highly recommend this tour.
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Rtr-laura
Jul 31, 2023
Wonderful Tour! - Katie Q was an amazing guide. This was the best tour we have ever taken and we have done many others. The stories were fantastic and very intriguing. Thank you for a great night!
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Cynthia_k
Apr 3, 2024
historical tour - We enjoyed hearing the stories of Alexandria. Very interesting! Would have liked to hear the stories while having the drinks though because otherwise it makes the evening much longer. The last stop we didn't get a drink because it was getting late. The tour ended up being a fair amount longer than advertised. Overall we enjoyed the tour and the guide did a good job in telling the stories as well.
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Tom_h
Sep 2, 2023
Great Experience - Loved the ghost stories and seeing historical Alexandria. Our tour guide was funny and full of interesting stories about the past
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Valerie
Sep 3, 2023
Is it over? - We met in a very noisy hotel lobby. We walked to three locations for ghost stories, then to a bar. Then we walked a short distance to another bar. There the host spent 45 minutes, talking with one group in the tour. During that time everyone else who was in the tour group left. Was it over? It was for us.
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Poroadie
Oct 29, 2023
Ghost the ghost tour - We met some nice people in our small group but there should be more pubs on the tour and they can ghost the lame ghost stories. Old town Alexandria is a cool area. I wish we had visited earlier in the evening and just explored the area on our own.
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