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    The Ghosts, Witches, and Pirates Tour

    Explore Williamsburg after dark with witch trials, pirate tales, and ghost stories on a guided 1 hour 45 minute walk

    From$21/ person

    Duration

    1 Hour, 45 Minutes

    Includes

    Guided walking tour, Local guide

    Highlights

    Explore Colonial Williamsburg's darkest streets on a guided evening walk. Hear tales of witch trials, Blackbeard, conspiracies, and ghostly lore.

    • Start at 8 PM for a 1 hour 45 minute tour
    • Learn how suspected witches were identified
    • Hear stories of Blackbeard and his crew
    • Discover town conspiracies and historical trivia
    • Watch for eerie activity near haunted sites
    • Consider adding an EMF detector for activity cues

    Things to know

    Tours go rain or shine. Arrive 10 minutes before start time. Meet at the Capitol at the east end of Duke of Gloucester Street.

    Experience provided by Spooks and Legends Haunted Ghost Tours
    Experience provided by Spooks and Legends Haunted Ghost Tours

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    Person

    $21.20

    Ages 7+

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    Group Sales (10-24 People)

    $19.08

    6 and under are free

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    Group Sales (25-49 People)

    $17

    6 and under are free

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    Group Sales (50-74 People)

    $15

    6 and under are free

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    Group Sales (75+ People)

    $13

    6 and under are free

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    4.8 stars• 500 reviews

    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    500 reviews•Google Maps

    The guides here absolutely make the experience, and reviewers can't say enough about them. Grace (or Gracie) gets mentioned repeatedly for her infectious energy and storytelling abilities, while Elizabeth, Lexi, Tom, Michael, and Denny all earn glowing praise for bringing Colonial Williamsburg's spooky history to life. What stands out is how knowledgeable and passionate these guides are, transforming what could be dry historical facts into engaging, interactive adventures that keep everyone entertained. Families especially appreciate how well the tours work across age groups. Kids as young as 10-12 stay captivated by the ghost stories and pirate legends, while adults genuinely enjoy the historical insights woven throughout. The guides show real dedication to their craft (one even powered through an injury without missing a beat) and create an inclusive atmosphere where special needs guests and even well-behaved dogs feel welcome. The balance between genuinely spooky tales and authentic history keeps things fun without being overly cheesy, and the professionalism extends from the initial booking confirmation straight through to the end of the tour.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Grace was a wonderful guide! We laughed and participated in a very energetic and lively tour. Highly recommend for all ages! My 12 year old daughter absolutely loved it.

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    Anna Sowa Wilmoth

    January 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Grace was a wonderful guide! We laughed and participated in a very energetic and lively tour. Highly recommend for all ages! My 12 year old daughter absolutely loved it.

    Photo of Anna Sowa Wilmoth

    Anna Sowa Wilmoth

    January 1, 2026

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