Discover Southampton’s haunted past on the city’s most popular and award-winning Southampton ghost tours.
Enjoy exclusive ghostly access to Southampton’s historic vaults.

Step into the shadows and explore the city’s haunted history on Southampton’s most popular 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.

Along the way, hear the grisly accounts of the French raids, which brought devastation and death to the city—alongside chilling stories from World War II, when Southampton endured relentless bombing. Deep within the vaults, you may even hear the haunting echo of an air raid siren…

We’ll guide you through Southampton’s historic Old Town, sharing eerie tales linked 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

The Tours include exclusive access to three of Southampton’s historic vaults—a rare opportunity to step inside these ancient, atmospheric chambers and explore their dark past. (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 has been recognised with:
TripAdvisor Excellence Award and Travellers’ Choice Award
Six Southampton Star Awards (2019 & 2020)
Two Prestige Awards (2020 & 2021)
SME Award for Best Tour

Join us for a night of history, horror, and haunting that you’ll never forget.