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As darkness settles over the Red Rose City, discover why this top-rated ghost tour in Lancaster, PA is one of the area's most popular nighttime experiences. Operating nightly, year-round, this tour is led by expert local guides who know Lancaster’s history, legends, and hidden stories firsthand. This outdoor-only experience explores the city’s haunted past through chilling tales rooted in real events.
Along the route, you'll visit iconic landmarks including the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, the historic Old Masonic Hall, and Lancaster Central Market, one of the oldest continuously operating public markets in the USA. Each stop reveals a fascinating blend of history, mystery, and local lore that continues to captivate visitors today.
Perfect for private groups, bachelorette parties, and special events, this ghost tour is proudly women-and minority-led and owned by a USMC Disabled Combat Veteran, offering an unforgettable evening of storytelling, history, and eerie intrigue.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at William Henry Pl, Lancaster, PA 17603. Your guide will be wearing a US Ghost Adventures shirt and carrying a lantern.
Itinerary
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Built in 1795, Old City Hall served as Lancaster’s seat of government during a pivotal period in the city’s history. Reports of unexplained footsteps, voices, and strange occurrences have fueled legends that former officials and visitors may still linger within the historic building.
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Constructed in 1798, the Old Masonic Hall is one of the oldest surviving Masonic buildings in the United States. Its long history and connection to secretive meetings have inspired stories of shadowy figures, unexplained sounds, and lingering spirits within its historic walls.
9 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Fulton Theatre
Opened in 1852 on the site of a former jail, the Fulton Theatre is one of the oldest continuously operating theaters in America. Actors, staff, and visitors have reported sightings of apparitions, mysterious footsteps, and unexplained activity believed to be connected to both the theater’s past and the jail that once stood there.
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this area was known for brothels, gambling, and other illicit activities. Tales of tragic deaths, violence, and hardship have contributed to reports of ghostly encounters and unexplained phenomena along its historic streets.
9 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Lancaster Central Market
Established in 1730, Lancaster Central Market is the oldest continuously operating public farmers market in the United States. Vendors and visitors have shared stories of unusual noises, shadowy figures, and unexplained activity after hours within the historic market building.
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Completed in 1925, the W.W. Griest Building was Lancaster’s first skyscraper and remains one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. Reports of mysterious lights, unexplained sounds, and sightings of apparitions have earned the building a reputation for paranormal activity.
9 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Dedicated in 1874, this monument honors Lancaster County residents who served during the Civil War. Its connection to wartime sacrifice and remembrance has inspired stories of spectral figures and unexplained occurrences around the monument, particularly after dark.
8 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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