Dark Stories

Explore Dublin’s gruesome stories of murder, torture, cannibalism, grave robbing, brothels, proposals to eat young children, unearthly worship and much more! We start our journey at Dublin Castle, where we will explore the torture of the past, speak of priest hunters and unearth why the upper courtyard was nicknamed the Devil’s Half Acre but behind the beautiful architecture is a brutal past. From here we’ll take the side streets to hear stories of cannibalism and of proposals to eat babies. As we delve further into Dublin’s dark past, we’ll enter an area once known as Hell. Uncover stories of brothels, witches, and the infamous Hellfire Club. Passing by the old city walls we’ll learn of grave robbing, The Black Pig, and finish with the very unusual case of a strangler and killer with no legs. Join us on this 2-hour walking tour as we weave our way through the city streets and back alleys to uncover Dublin’s Dark past.

This adult night tour is not for the faint of heart. Developed by a local university professor well-versed in the dark side of Philadelphia, this tour covers all of the sightseeing of the Revolutionary War Period in Philadelphia including Alexander Hamilton's home, The Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and more. And, all of the R-rated sites and stories not suitable for children too. Follow your local guide as you learn about vampires, sex, ghosts, and more on this fascinating tour under moonlight.

Ah, Edinburgh! They don't call it "The Jekyll & Hyde City" for nothing. During the day, a respectable figure, with its astonishing architecture and wondrous history. But when the sun sets, it tells an entirely different story… Hear all about the darker history of Edinburgh: murderers, thieves, cannibals, hangings and decapitations, witches, the Plague and streams of human waste. Learn about the most notorious citizens of Edinburgh and how ghost stories are born. This is not a ghost tour: we don't need costumes or people jumping from behind the corners, Edinburgh's Dark History itself is enough to make your skin crawl. And oh, how we love to share it with our visitors…

Join us on The Dark History Walking Tour of Galway City as we explore the darker side of Galway and delve into the gruesome history that lies beneath its charming exterior. Our expert guides will lead you through the winding streets and hidden corners of the city, revealing the chilling stories of murder, witchcraft, and ghostly apparitions that still haunt the streets today. This tour is not for the faint-hearted, but for those who are brave enough to embrace the unknown and immerse themselves in the eerie atmosphere of the city at in the evening. The Gallows: Step back in time to witness some of Galway's most notorious executions. The Long Drop: Explore a new method of execution with disastrous consequences. The Ghosts of Galway: Encounter restless spirits and haunting tales from Ireland's history. The Famine: Gain insight into Galway's darkest years and a man's valiant struggle against it. The Lynches: Uncover the harrowing story of love, loss, gruesome murder, & poetic justice.

Discover the fascinating history, myths and legends of Bruges on an evening walking tour with an expert local guide. Get off the beaten track to learn about the history and mystery of Bruges and discover a side of the city most tourists never get to see. The tour takes about 1.5 hours and in the end you'll receive a coupon for a complimentary beer (buy 1 drink, get 1 free beer) in a local pub called the Bauhaus! IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips. The fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform, so please bring cash money to reward the guide if you enjoyed the tour.

Take a Walk on the Dark Side… Sail into town and enjoy a glimpse into Sydney's past, revealing the hidden secrets of the city's first & most violent neighbourhood. Enjoy a leisurely walking tour retracing the steps of Sydney's most notorious via cobblestoned streets. Travel back to troublesome times to an era of gangs, fatal doses of lead poisoning, unique alibis & a healthy dose of true crime. Relive a time that proves truth is far stranger than fiction as you explore alleyways & laneways you never knew existed. Great photo & sightseeing opportunities displaying the best that Sydney has to offer. Book your ticket now for a unique investigation into a dark & crime-ridden history. Sydney's The Rocks might seem like heaven to you now, but it was once populated by the desperate, the destitute, & the dastardly. Take a trip back in time & rediscover a bounty of Sydney Crime stories combining humanity's darkest deeds with incredible scenery. …stories the city tried to forget…

Korea's most popular ghost tour! One of the top things to do in Seoul. This is the side of Seoul that you won’t find in the tourism brochures. Take a tour down the dark alleys of Seoul's forgotten 600-year history of bloody massacres, seedy hideaways and mourning ghosts. Self-proclaimed clairvoyants on the tour have reported a few sightings, including a little girl who has been seen following the group around. This is not only a ghost tour, but a walk unearthing Seoul's murky and violent past, making the city much more interesting and intimate. Guests also receive an online map of all the haunts, murder sites, and torture chambers mentioned on the tour. IMPORTANT: Content is rated PG-13. There are some stories of sex & violence. Parents and those with sensitive ears take caution. ✅ Single traveler-friendly ✅ Female traveler-friendly ✅ LGBTQ+ traveler-friendly STARTING POINTS "The Original Ghostwalk" Anguk Station, exit 2 "Ghostlore & Legends" Seodaemun Station, exit 4

Welcome to the dark side of Bucharest. Close to the Old Town and even in the place where you are having fun in the evening, there are strange things happening. Be aware, there might be some uninvited “locals" joining us for this tour. As this place was inhabited more than 2000 years ago, the city has been a witness to many deaths, murders, mysteries and, if you pay attention, you will hear the voice of the underworld almost everywhere. The tour takes you to haunted houses and places and tells you the relevant stories from the history of Bucharest. Fear not, cause Bucharest has also positive stories with gods, good ghosts and other mysteries. Oh…let’s not forget Dracula, he also seems to be present here, given his very strong connection with the city and its past.

Take a Walk on the Dark Side… Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past… Enjoy a leisurely guided walking tour retracing the steps of the city's most infamous men. Transport yourself back in time to a seemingly lawless world of brawlers, fraudsters, and love triangles gone wrong. Uncover the dark secrets that lurk behind every historic building and alleyway. Wander the city streets with your tour guide and experience firsthand the rich history that once reigned supreme around every corner. Book your ticket now for a unique investigation into the criminal underbelly that once plagued this fine city. The glamour of current day Brisbane tried to hide its brutal and bloody past, but there is only so much the bright lights of Bris-Vegas can mask. Forget what you think you know about Brisbane and join us for a jaw-dropping trip down a memory lane you never knew existed. …stories the city tried to forget…

MEET AT MAIN castle entrance.Discover the historical Medieval Mile. Kilkenny dark tours offers a unique blend of chilling stories in a fun and unique way . Walk in the footsteps of our historical characters. Dark stories of some of the most terrible characters who roamed Kilkenny. Our guides who are all local will entertain you. The Kilkenny witch trials and the interesting stories of our past will captivate you . Discover our chilling dark side. Days not available can be booked for groups more than 6 people Contact tour company

Enjoy a 2- hour night stroll around medieval Barcelona learning about the darker side of the city's history. This is a fun and fascinating walking tour to discover the story of the Spanish Inquisition, methods of execution in Barcelona and some of the legends that surround the neighborhood of El Born. A must to explore this part of the city while learning about its darker secrets.

Experience this walking tour and learn about the darkest parts of Verona history. You will live some of the most cruel fights held in the Arena, you'll pass the old Jewish Ghetto and you'll hear about the cruel destiny of some of the people who lived there. Then, in Piazza Erbe, we'll undergo the sorrow and pain of the people exposed to the public shame, we'll pass the place where Mastiff I was murdered, reach the arch where the torture instruments were exposed, and then we'll see the Scala family Tombs, the courtyard where dozens of beheaded skeletons were found, and, of course, we'll end with the heart-breaking story of Romeo & Juliet. Be prepared to gasp and cry, to held your breath and feel touched and moved while living the ill-fated, hopeless human tragedies which occurred in the very places we'll be passing by.

Haunted Dubrovnik decided to offer another treat for our guests who crave to hear many dark stories of the old town. This walking tour takes you through the dark history of this city, so you can expect to hear many stories about the nightlife in old times, its dance macabre, ghostly apparitions, forbidden love affairs, old beliefs in supernatural, cats and evil spirits, prison escapes and tortures and many other stories and tales that will intrigue your imagination. ​ Learn about the infectious pestilence that visited Dubrovnik often in old times, hear the story of Dubrovnik's Romeo and Juliet, discover who were Dubrovnik's negromants, learn about noble families and some of their tragic destinies and explore old Pustijerna district which translates as the empty land. Let's explore the narrow, dark, back streets lit by evening lanterns. Hopefully, you will be enchanted by the magic and glamour that Dubrovnik radiates in the night.

Take a Walk on the Dark Side… Dig deep into Newcastle's hidden past as this grand old town's skeletons beg to come out of the closet. Enjoy a leisurely guided walking tour retracing the steps of the city's most ruthless men. Be seduced by the murky world of fraudsters, adulterers and impersonators. Unlock the key to the broken heart of a murderer. Journey back to the city's dangerous and sinister past. Great photo opportunities with time to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Book your ticket now for a unique investigation into a dark and crime-ridden history. Newcastle with its natural beauty and glorious beaches can only do so much to mask the town’s darkest moments. Revisit the scenes of the crimes of yesteryear and uncover the unimaginable deeds of Novocastrians from the dark past. …stories the city tried to forget…

Why take the mainstream and dull history tours when you can take the "Dark Tour of Split" where you will learn the basic history facts regarding our city and hear all about the "dark" part of it, too. You will love this tour. That is, if you love tales of murders, witches, whores, drug dealers, heretics, inquisition, tragic love stories, and much, much more. Split is 1700 years old, so it can tell many interesting stories from its history, and a bunch of them can be classified as "dark". Tour starts at the Eastern entrance to our old palace and then we head to the smaller and less used streets of the palace where we can bring to life the centuries and centuries of our dark history more easily, the macabre underbelly of Split that is the backbone of this tour. We will even visit some hidden gems in the old part of the city, which locals like to keep to themselves. At the end of the tour, we head towards the promenade near the sea, where we will enjoy a cold Croatian craft beer.

Are you intrigued by storytelling and dark mysteries? Join us on this Corfu Town Walking Tour and dive into the eerie past of Corfu with dark legends and stories deeply rooted in the distant or recent past of Corfu and Greece.

Lyon, contrary to what one thinks, is not made only of light … I invite you to come wander in the dark legends of the city in order to meet its specters, because Lyon does not reveal itself easily to travelers …. From Vieux-Lyon to the Presqu'île, we will stroll through the dark streets in search of symbols and ancient rituals which, perhaps, still influence the inhabitants. From the evil spirits of St. George, to the lycanthropes and tough assassins of Lyon, the city drags a reputation as a demonic city. NOTE: The tour is open to children, the speech can be adapted to the type of audience. However, it is the responsibility of parents to judge the sensitivity of their children. WARNING!! This tour is offered in French, but if you wish to have it in English write to me before booking. Thanks!

Step into the heart of Paris for a spooky journey through the haunted Île de la Cité. From the historic Pont Neuf to the charming Square du Vert-Galant, you'll discover eerie tales and ghostly legends. Our tour passes the imposing Conciergerie, where Marie Antoinette's spirit is said to linger, the magnificent Sainte-Chapelle with its shadows of spectral monks, and more Parisian landmarks you thought you knew. As we stroll down Rue de la Cité, keep your eyes peeled for the elusive "Wandering Nun." You'll hear spine-tingling stories at every turn, from "The Screams of the Drowned" along the Seine to tales of unjust execution. Each step brings a new chilling legend to life. The adventure concludes at the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral, home to the mysterious phantom bell ringer. Join us for an unforgettable glimpse into Paris' darker secrets and see this beloved city in a whole new light!

Ghosts, legends, and dark history – this is our most popular tour – a walk through the streets of the Old French Quarter, hearing the history of our city through the stories of its restless dead, it’s old legends, it’s great disasters, and unsolved murders. The stories are those that define our city and it’s people and most unsettling, it all really happened! The only tour in the city to focus on the Dark History of New Orleans–the things that made us what we are, but which the city council would just as soon not have you know! Led by pre-Katrina tour guides, and the only company in the city who features people who were licensed pre-Katrina and residents for decades. skull

Hear Ghost Stories from Warwick Castle. Visit the Lord Leycester Hospital and discover the murder that took place right behind it. Hear the legendary tale of the demonic dog that stalks the streets of Warwick. Follow the path of the Great Fire of Warwick, from where it started to where it ended. Visit Warwick's tallest building and find out which famous characters from history are buried there. Discover the deadly murderers and criminals who were trialed and executed in Warwick.