Southampton Ghost Tours

Uncover Southampton’s Atmospheric Past with the Award-Winning Southampton Ghost Tours.

Step into the shadows and explore Southampton’s haunted history with the city’s most popular and award-winning ghost tour.

Join us on a chilling journey through tales of torture, execution, and disease, and come face-to-face with some of the city’s most notorious spirits—including Sir John Dawtrey, the King’s Guard, and many more.

This theatrical experience has captivated audiences from around the world.

Prepare to laugh, be amazed, and most importantly… prepare to scream!

Our tours combine spine-tingling storytelling with dramatic theatrical elements, creating a memorable experience suitable for all ages.

But that’s not all—hear the grisly accounts of the French raids, which left devastation and death in their wake.

We’ll guide you through Southampton’s Old Town, sharing eerie tales tied to famous landmarks such as:

• The Merchant’s Hall
• The Red Lion, home to an astonishing 21 ghosts
• The Dolphin Hotel
• …and many more haunted locations.

Some tours also include exclusive access to Southampton’s historic vaults—a rare opportunity to step inside these ancient, atmospheric chambers. Please note: vault access is limited due to their historic nature.

And beware… lurking in the shadows are some of Southampton’s most infamous ghosts.

🏆 Multi-Award-Winning Experience

Southampton Ghost Tours is proud to be recognised with:

• TripAdvisor’s Excellence Award and Travellers’ Choice Award
• Six Southampton Star Awards(2019 & 2020)
• Two Prestige Awards(2020 & 2021)
• SME Award for Best Tour

Important Details:

Meeting Point: St Michaels Square, Bugle Street, Southampton, SO14 2AD

Times: Vary, please check times when you book.

Takes place in all weathers

Important information about the vaults

Please note that the vaults are medieval and there is limited access. There are also some low ceilings and uneven floors due their historic nature. Guests are asked to take when entering and leaving the vaults and when visiting them.