The Ghosts of Nashville - Civil War Hauntings & Haunted Landmarks

4.6
(805 reviews)
Nashville, USA

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step beyond the typical ghost tour and uncover the real history behind Nashville’s most haunted locations. This walking tour blends Civil War history, true local legends, and documented hauntings, taking you into the stories that shaped Music City.

Led by an engaging, knowledgeable guide, you’ll visit iconic landmarks like the Tennessee State Capitol, St. Mary of the Seven Sorrows, and The Hermitage Hotel. These are real places with real history and stories passed down for generations.

This tour isn’t about jump scares or made-up tales. It’s about understanding the events behind the hauntings and seeing Nashville in a completely different way.

Whether you’re a skeptic, history buff, or just here for a good ghost story, this experience offers something different.

Join 800+ travelers who have rated this experience 4.6 stars. Guests often mention the storytelling, depth of history, and how much more engaging it is than expected.

What's Included

Walking Tour
All Fees and Taxes
Local Guide
A Spooky Evening With a Professional Guide
Gratuity
Pick-up / Drop- Off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
553 Charlotte Ave

Your will meet your tour guide right by the Alvin York Statue. Wheelchair Accessibility Access Point: Access ramp on the opposite side of the Capitol Building.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Tennessee State Capitol

    Perched high above downtown Nashville, the Tennessee State Capitol is one of the city’s most iconic, and most haunted, landmarks. As night falls, this historic site takes on a darker reputation. Guests will hear chilling stories tied to its past, including reports of lingering spirits, unexplained footsteps, and shadowy figures seen around the grounds. With a history shaped by powerful figures and dramatic events, many believe not everyone has left the Capitol behind. Standing here after dark, you’ll experience the Capitol in a way most visitors never do - through the eerie stories and hidden history that bring Nashville’s haunted past to life.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    St Mary's of the Seven Sorrow Catholic Church

    St. Mary’s of the Seven Sorrows Catholic Church is one of Nashville’s oldest buildings, and it carries a long history that hasn’t completely stayed in the past. At night, this quiet, historic church takes on a different feel. Guests will hear stories tied to the property’s past, along with reports of strange sounds and sightings that have been shared over the years. With generations of worship, loss, and major moments in Nashville’s history connected to this site, it’s no surprise it’s become part of the city’s haunted reputation. This stop gives you a chance to see a different side of a well-known landmark - one that most visitors never experience after dark.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Downtown Presbyterian Church

    Downtown Presbyterian Church stands out in Nashville for its unique architecture, but its history is just as memorable as its appearance. At night, this landmark takes on a quieter, more uneasy feel. Guests will hear stories connected to the church’s past, along with reports of unusual sounds and sightings that have been shared over the years. With so many generations passing through its doors, it’s become a place where history seems to linger a little longer than expected. This stop offers a different perspective on one of Nashville’s most recognizable buildings - one that most people never experience after dark.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Printer's Alley

    Printers Alley is one of Nashville’s most historic and lively areas, known for its nightlife, but its past holds more than just music and entertainment. After dark, this narrow stretch takes on a different energy. Guests will hear stories from its early days filled with late nights, hidden activity, and the kind of history that doesn’t always make it into the guidebooks. Over the years, there have been reports of strange encounters and unexplained moments that add to the alley’s reputation. This stop gives you a look at a side of Nashville that’s both vibrant and a little unpredictable, where the past still seems close at hand.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    The Hermitage Hotel is one of Nashville’s most historic and well-known buildings, known for its elegance, but also for the stories tied to its past. At night, the atmosphere here shifts. Guests will hear accounts of unexplained activity, including strange noises and sightings that have been reported by staff and visitors over the years. With over a century of history, including famous guests and significant moments, many believe some of that past still lingers within the hotel’s walls. This stop offers a look at a different side of a Nashville icon, one that goes beyond its reputation for luxury and into the stories that have kept people talking.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ghost Tours
Excellent Quality
Best Conversion
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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