Top Things to do in Virginia
Top Hotels in Virginia
- 1. Best Western Plus Sandcastle Beachfront Hotel
- 2. Coastal Hotel & Suites Virginia Beach - Oceanfront
- 3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlottesville-UVA, VA
- 4. Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront North
- 5. Hilton Garden Inn Virginia Beach Oceanfront
- 6. Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
- 7. Comfort Inn Williamsburg Gateway
- 8. Hampton Inn & Suites Fredericksburg South
- 9. The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, Curio Collection by Hilton
- 10. Hilton Vacation Club The Historic Powhatan Williamsburg
10 Ghost & Vampire Tours in Virginia That You Shouldn't Miss
Virginia can make American history come alive. Visit Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, tour Civil War battlefields, explore the living history museum at Williamsburg… the possibilities are endless (if the kids object, break up the historical sightseeing with a visit to Busch Gardens). Arlington, site of Arlington National Cemetery, is just across the Potomac River from all the major sites in D.C. In addition to beaches and historical attractions, Virginia has plenty to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Active families will love the Blue Ridge Highlands, where hiking, canoeing and tubing are just a few of the activities offered. Couples might enjoy a romantic mountain cabin in Virginia after a day of hiking in Shenandoah National Park.
Restaurants in Virginia
1. Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Ascend Richmond's magnificent Capitol Hill with your Ghost Host and you'll find out that it's not just elected officials and security guards who patrol the hallowed halls of Virginia's legislative and executive seat of power, but something beyond this world - something experienced by an amazing number and variety of people over the years. Packed with haunted history, this tour includes several of Richmond's best known ghost stories, including: Our Haunted Executive Mansion, the Great Theatre Fire, spirits in Capitol Square, and more...
Inclusions: Professional Tour Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By jmtunderwood
It pains me to say it because the guide was amazing and clearly passionate about the topic. But we stood mostly at a large distance away from the sites and it was stories that people told them. Or... stories that people didn’t tell them...? If you know, you know. We didn’t even finish the tour, but snuck off to walk back to the hotel. It doesn’t help that the area is apparently a party district. So, a lot of people cutting thru and trying to listen over music being pumped thru various vehicles. Takes away all the “magic”.
2. Church Hill Chillers Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Birthplace of the American Revolution, and home to a notorious Civil War spy, Church Hill's colorful past has produced a cadre of restless spirits in its buildings, its graveyards, and under its streets! Cloaked in the shadows of the beautiful and historical Church Hill neighborhood, this tour includes the following spirited tales: The story of one of the Civil War's most accomplished spies who still haunts the site where her home once was, the spirits of a Civil War hospital, tales of the paranormal at one of Church Hill's most notable restaurants, and more... Your Guide will share with you the history of the neighborhood, and how it relates to the tales of the mysterious and tragic things that have led to numerous reports of paranormal activity along the tour route.
Inclusions: Professional guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By jmtunderwood
It pains me to say it because the guide was amazing and clearly passionate about the topic. But we stood mostly at a large distance away from the sites and it was stories that people told them. Or... stories that people didn’t tell them...? If you know, you know. We didn’t even finish the tour, but snuck off to walk back to the hotel. It doesn’t help that the area is apparently a party district. So, a lot of people cutting thru and trying to listen over music being pumped thru various vehicles. Takes away all the “magic”.
3. Haunted Old Town Alexandria Ghost and Pub Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 18 reviews
Unearth the shady and seedy history of Old Town Alexandria on this 2.5-hour guided ghost tour and pub crawl. A costumed guide will lead you through hidden alleyways and tell you tales from the historic places and haunted buildings along the way. During the tour, you will also stop at several historic Old Town pubs to enjoy a beverage before continuing on your way.
Inclusions: Costumed tour guide, 2.5 hour walking tour, Visit local, historic bars, Stories of local hauntings and ghosts, Take-home commemorative can cooler or cup!
Exclusions: Available for purchase
Reviewed By 436kathleenc
My sister and I always go on ghost tours while on vacation. We decided to do a pub crawl ghost tour most recently in Alexandria. What a fun and entertaining night! Hands down, our tour guide, Jaime, who played a fantastic Martha Washington was so fun. She has great energy and it's obvious that she loves what she does. If you are looking for a fun ghost tour that takes you to where George Washington was known to partake in libations, this is your tour!
4. Williamsburg East Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 92 reviews
The only ghost tour in the world based on the first ever photo-study of ghosts! Real ghost photos, featured in the books Haunted Historic Colonial Williamsburg Virginia with Breakthrough Ghost Photography, Parts 1 & 2, are shown at each stop on a large computer notebook (Samsung Galaxy). Guides will point out the exact location around or in the house or building where the photo was taken and encourage travelers to take their own photos. Tour guides will give relevant historical information pertaining to the haunting as well as personal stories encountered by the book's author and others, including interpreters and security guards from Colonial Williamsburg. Travelers will be given choices about where they would like to stop based on their interests--no tour is ever the same! The East Tour starts at the Capital and continues down Duke of Gloucester Street to the Courthouse of 1770 and walking across the Market Square to the last stop--Williamsburg's most haunted: Peyton Randolph House.
Inclusions: Travelers will see real ghost photos at each stop along the tour on a large computer notebook! , Travelers will hear real ghost stories that may explain the ghost photos from each stop., Tour is based on the book Haunted Historic Colonial Williamsburg with Breakthrough Ghost Photography, Travelers are encouraged to bring their own cameras; many have captured their own ghost photos!
Exclusions:
Reviewed By OleMissTexas
Tim takes you on a tour of various places within Williamsburg tells a story about the house and shows you pictures of ghosts which he supposedly has taken at that location. The “ghost” pictures are geared towards the story. I am not sold on him taking pictures of ghosts because anyone with Photoshop ability could create these. Tim is a great presenter, and the photos he shows draws you into the story. He gives some great historical information about places we visit. Overall it was a fun night if you just take it at that. Questioning whether to give this a 3 or 4 and decided on 3 because at the start of tour, he just gave us a sales pitch for his books.
5. The Original Ghosts of Williamsburg Tour
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 124 reviews
Have you ever wanted to walk through the streets of a historic town at night and discover it's hidden secrets? Then allow our expert storytellers to guide you on a candlelit walk through Colonial Williamsburg, while they share many strange stories and other-worldly happenings that have occurred over the years. With 30 years of experience, we are Virginia's #1 and oldest Ghost Tour and have accumulated the best tales and local legends passed down through the years. Performed in a true story telling format, our 90 min walking tour is great fun for all ages and has something for your entire family to enjoy!
Inclusions: Guide is licensed or certified
Exclusions: Gratuity
Reviewed By shaunb0513
I have been on other ghost tours in Williamsburg in the past, and NONE of them equated to the one we were on last night! My friend and I went to the 9pm ghost tour and had DENNY as our guide! This dude was FANTASTIC! He was knowledgeable, funny and interesting. On top of that, I liked how he added in personal stories and stories of others rather than just a history lesson. Denny was excellent and I would recommend him to ANYONE! Thank you Denny for the wonderful time! We’ll be back soon to go on another tour with you! ????
6. Ghost Tour of Williamsburg
Overall Ratings
4.1 based on 176 reviews
Explore the haunted history of Williamsbug in this hour-long Ghost Tour. You will meet your professional guide in front of the Kimball Theater in Colonial Williamsburg's Merchants Square, and will take you to the most haunted locations in the city. Along the way, you will learn about the history of Williamsburg, including the Civil War and Battle of Williamsburg. The tour is an hour long, and an extended tour is available to purchase which is 90-120 minutes long.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local Professional Guide
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities, Food and drinks
Reviewed By _A7792ZH
Really enjoyed my ultimate Williamsburg ghost tour! Alex, our tour guide, was a fantastic story teller and very knowledgeable about the local history! It was particularly spine-chilling to realize that all these stories were happening with real people! I especially enjoyed the William and Mary part and the terrifying discovery in the house of the college president! It was a fun and spooky way to learn about the history of this beautiful place! Thank you, Alex!
7. Small-Group Tour: Ultimate Williamsburg Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
3.8 based on 38 reviews
Beginning at 10pm, this 90-minute Ghost Tour will visit some incredible historic sites such as an Indian burial site, insane asylum, and a cemetery. You will hear stories of witches, murder, betrayal, and war from your professional guide and see where most guests experience strange phenomena and report hauntings.
Inclusions: Local Professional Guide
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks
Reviewed By pellw2016
This was a very large group tour so you often couldn't hear the guide. The stories we did hear were not very interesting or scary. I wish we had taken the official Williamsburg tour as they had a reasonably sized group and they were able to enter the Williamsburg properties. Overall, boring and not worth the price of admission.
8. Shadows of Shockoe Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 4 reviews
Your Ghost Host will guide you on a fascinating exploration of Shockoe Bottom, the oldest and most haunted neighborhood in Richmond, where over 400 years of history have produced an ample share of those caught between this world and the next. Your Guide will share with you the history of the neighborhood, and how it relates to the tales of the mysterious and tragic things that have led to numerous reports of paranormal activity along the tour route.
Inclusions: Professional guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Zelzanza
Phenomenal tour. We have been on two od their tours now and thoroughly have enjoyed the blend of history and hauntings. This is hands down the best haunted tours of Richmond. Normally we save ghost tours for when on vacation, but decided to go on Haunts of Richmond tours, and very glad we did! Highly recommended!
9. Edgar Allan Poe Journey Weekend - RIchmond, Baltimore
Follow the tragic story of master American writer Edgar Allan Poe. Bring your vehicle on this driving & photo journey to a few scenes that backdrop his life in Baltimore. Poe: > Invented the detective story. > Invented science fiction. > Is famed for stories/poems of the macabre. > Penned: The Raven, Pit and the Pendulum, Black Cat, Telltale Heart... We read excerpts of his works; Quotes: > We loved with a love that was more than love. > Quoth the raven, "Nevermore!" > Words have no power to impress the mind without the exquisite horror of their reality. > All that we see or seen is but a dream within a dream. Consider taking the full weekend Edgar Allan Poe Journey. Hosts Gemma Pocahontas & The Mountain Man; our journeys are a museum to 500+ near-secret places throughout the Northeast - woven & spun into immersive significant authentic thoughtful explorations that linger in the mind... Photo Tips for picture taking, compelling depth for your FB / IG / YT / TW / Pin followers!
Inclusions: All activities Listed, Professional Guide (English)
Exclusions: No pickup/drop-off is offered, No transportation provided - Drive your own vehicle between stops, Gratuities, Lodging / Your personal expenses./ tolls and parking, Neither food or drink is included, Entrance Costs
10. Edgar Allan Poe Journey, VA
Follow the tragic story of master American writer Edgar Allan Poe. Bring your vehicle on this driving and photo journey to a few scenes that backdrop his life in Baltimore. Invented the detective story. Invented science fiction. Is famed for stories/poems of the macabre. Penned: The Raven, Pit and the Pendulum, Black Cat, Telltale Heart. We read excerpts of his works: Quotes: We loved with a love that was more than love. Quoth the raven, "Nevermore!" Words have no power to impress the mind without the exquisite horror of their reality. All that we see or seen is but a dream within a dream. Take also same day Edgar Allan Poe PM tour in Baltimore! Hosts Gemma Pocahontas and The Mountain Man. Our journeys are a museum to 500+ near-secret places throughout the Northeast - woven and spun into immersive significant authentic thoughtful explorations that linger in the mind.
Inclusions: All activities Listed, Professional Guide (English)
Exclusions: No pickup/drop-off is offered, No transportation provided - Drive your own vehicle between stops, Gratuities, Lodging / Your personal expenses / parking or tolls, Neither food or drink is included, Entrance Costs
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