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Best Night Walking Tours: Our Top 15

74 night tours  ·  from $6 a head

Old towns empty out after dinner, and that is when a guide earns the fee. These 15 night walks cover Kyoto’s Gion, Rome’s piazzas and more, each priced and honest about the distance.

Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City - Barbecue seafood streets and local restaurant cooking
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Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

1.Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,175 reviews · from $49Our pick

Join Street Food Man for a private evening food tour through Ho Chi Minh City’s Districts 3, 5, 10, and nearby local areas. Guides such as Anna, Aaron, Vejo, Harry, Thuy, and Thin lead you by taxi and on foot to fresh pancakes, beef in betel leaves, noodles, seafood, dessert, beer, and rice wine, with hotel pickup included in selected districts.

“I had an amazing time with Vejo! He was so kind and knowledgeable. There were things we wanted to try on the tour like Balut and he insured we had it. All of the food was very safe and hygienic. We had a total of 9 things and were very full by the end of the tour! I would reccomend this tour to everyone in Ho Chi Minh. It’s a great way to learn about the different districts and support The local community.”

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Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard - Walking Charleston after dark
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Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard

2.Ghosts of Charleston Night-Time Walking Tour with Unitarian Church Graveyard

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,835 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Walk Charleston’s old town for 90 minutes with a licensed guide such as Simon, Jerry, Liz, or Jake, hearing local ghost stories tied to the city’s past. The tour ends inside the 1772 Unitarian Church Graveyard, where moss, old tombs, and dark paths create the strongest atmosphere. A one-hour graveyard-only option is also available.

“Simon was such a great guide and story teller. He was very knowledgeable with history and animated the stories perfectly. Highly recommend 😊”

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Savannah's Ghost City "Dead of Night" Walking Night Tour - Johnson Square and Savannah’s buried past
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Savannah’s Ghost City “Dead of Night” Walking Night Tour

3.Savannah’s Ghost City “Dead of Night” Walking Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,482 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Walk Savannah’s Historic District after dark with a professional guide such as Henry, Rebecca, Cordelia, or Deanna. This adults-only, 90-minute tour blends ghost stories with Savannah history, stopping at Colonial Park Cemetery, The Marshall House, 432 Abercorn Street, the Sorrel-Weed House, and Wright Square. Expect outdoor storytelling, about a mile of walking, and no building admissions.

“There’s such interesting ghost history above and below Savannah! Learned so much about this amazing city!”

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Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour with Geisha Trivia - Meeting at Minamiza Theatre
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Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour with Geisha Trivia

4.Kyoto: Gion Magical Night Walking Tour with Geisha Trivia

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,393 reviews · 1h 40m · from $24

Walk for 100 minutes from Minamiza Theatre through Hanamikoji and Gion with an English-speaking guide such as Hina, Shino, Masami, or Sho. Learn geisha and maiko customs, visit illuminated shrines and a Buddhist pagoda, and hear local stories in a group of up to 10 people.

“The night walking tour was awesome! The best way to explore the main spots but also the hidden gems of Gion area. Our guide Sho was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. We had a great time!”

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Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour - Starting at the Masonic Temple and Pack Square
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Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

5.Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,053 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $26

Start at 8 p.m. at the Asheville Masonic Temple for a two-hour walk through downtown. Guides such as Tad, Brian, Christian, and Joshua P. Warren connect Asheville history with tales of Helen Clevenger, Thomas Wolfe, the Basilica dome, and Civil War ghosts. Expect hills, fast walking, and a group of up to 50.

“Good amount of walking. Check weather before you sign up. The tour guide had a good knowledge of the city.”

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Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District - Following the stream through the geiko districts
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Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto’s Geisha District

6.Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto’s Geisha District

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,003 reviews · 1h 40m · from $21

Meet near Gion Shijo Station and spend 100 minutes walking Gion’s lantern-lit streets with an English-speaking guide. Learn how geiko and maiko dress, train, and work, hear practical etiquette tips, and look for them heading to evening appointments. Guides such as Mia, Mie, Chako, and Mai bring local stories and visual aids.

“I loved the stories our guide told us throughout the tour - we learned so much about an important part of Japanese culture. We got lucky and saw Geiko and Maiko departing from their boarding houses to the tea house parties. Great experience!”

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Rome: Paranormal Night Walking Tour & Secret Backstreets - Giordano Bruno and Piazza Farnese
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Rome: Paranormal Night Walking Tour & Secret Backstreets

7.Rome: Paranormal Night Walking Tour & Secret Backstreets

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,921 reviews · 2 hours · from $34

Walk Rome after dark with an English-speaking guide who brings its murders, executions, artists, popes, and legends to life. The two-hour route begins beneath Giordano Bruno in Campo de’ Fiori and ends near Castel Sant’Angelo, passing quiet lanes, old churches, bridges, and unusual details. Groups are capped at 20, with private tours available.

“Excellent tour, very interesting . Dominique was very friendly and very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.”

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Munich Ghosts and Spirits Evening Walking Tour - Platzl and Hofbräuhaus bring the biggest stories
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Munich Ghosts and Spirits Evening Walking Tour

8.Munich Ghosts and Spirits Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,900 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Meet at Marienplatz at 7 p.m. for a two to two-and-a-half-hour English walking tour through Munich’s darker past. Guides such as Hannah-Maria, Julia, Erica, and Hugo mix ghost lore with medieval and World War II history, while three alcoholic shots add a playful twist. Non-alcoholic drinks are available by request.

“Our guide Hannah-Maria was so nice and funny! The stories were great and the beverages were a nice treat in the chilly night!”

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Prague: Ghosts and Legends Nighttime Guided Walking Tour - Beginning at Old Town Square and Týn Church
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Prague: Ghosts and Legends Nighttime Guided Walking Tour

9.Prague: Ghosts and Legends Nighttime Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,462 reviews · 100 minutes - 2 hours · from $22

Walk Prague’s Old Town for 100 minutes to 2 hours with a costumed guide such as Lara, George, Scott, or Georg. Hear ghost stories tied to Old Town Square, Týn Church, Ungelt, the Jewish Quarter, the Old-New Synagogue, and the Old Jewish Cemetery. Expect theatre, local history, some dark humor, and an outdoor tour that runs rain or shine.

“Would highly recommend Scott very knowledgeable, very interesting storyteller”

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London: Jack the Ripper Evening Walking Tour - The darker side of 1880s London
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London: Jack the Ripper Evening Walking Tour

10.London: Jack the Ripper Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,449 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Meet at Aldgate Underground station for a two-hour English-language walk through Whitechapel. Guide George brings the Jack the Ripper case to life with clear storytelling, suspect theories, crime locations, and sharp context about Victorian poverty, prostitution, policing, and gin culture.

“George was an amazing tour guide and told the story and theories around the Jack the Ripper case in such an entertaining manner. He was also a wealth of knowledge of London history in general. Very enjoyable experience!”

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Madrid: Spanish Inquisition and Legends Evening Walking Tour - Starting beside the Orpheus fountain
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Madrid: Spanish Inquisition and Legends Evening Walking Tour

11.Madrid: Spanish Inquisition and Legends Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,396 reviews · 1h 50m · from $23

Meet your guide beside the Orpheus fountain in Plaza de la Provincia for a 110-minute evening walk through Madrid’s old center. Guides such as Daniel, Violeta, Beatrice, and Eneida use humor, acting, and ghost stories to explain the Spanish Inquisition, local superstitions, and darker tales linked to Los Madriles.

“short stroll through Madrid's center, focusing on a few stories and main plaza areas, along some nooks and crannies around.”

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Charleston's Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour - Starting at 80 Broad Street
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Charleston’s Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

12.Charleston’s Pleasing Terrors Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,345 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Walk Charleston at night with Mike Brown, host of the Pleasing Terrors Podcast. Over 90 minutes, you’ll hear stories tied to Poogan’s Porch, the Charleston Library Society, Philadelphia Alley, and a historic downtown church. Expect a small-group English tour, strong storytelling, local history, and a few creepy photographs.

“The experience was engaging, spooky and informative. I enjoyed learning about the different places in Charleston.”

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Waitomo Caves: Ruakuri Glowworm Cave Guided Walking Tour - The spiral entrance sets the tone
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Waitomo Caves: Ruakuri Glowworm Cave Guided Walking Tour

13.Waitomo Caves: Ruakuri Glowworm Cave Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,249 reviews · 1h 30m · from $69

Walk through Ruakuri Cave with an English-speaking guide such as Anna, Jayden, or Garth. Expect a spiral entrance, underground rivers, glowworms, limestone formations, and time for photos. The 90-minute route uses ramps and metal walkways, with full wheelchair and stroller access. Bring a jacket and leave backpacks behind.

“Jayden was very knowledgeable and didnt rush us. We were 1st tour of day & only us & another couple from Germany so it was like a private tour. Highly recommend this tour & Jayden.”

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Charleston Ghost & Graveyard Night-Time Guided Walking Tour - Why your guide matters so much
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Charleston Ghost & Graveyard Night-Time Guided Walking Tour

14.Charleston Ghost & Graveyard Night-Time Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,100 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Walk Charleston’s Historic District after dark with a licensed Bulldog Tours guide. You’ll enter the Circular Congregational Church graveyard, hear tales of ghosts, voodoo, burial customs, and dueling, and learn the origin of graveyard shift. Guides such as Sarah, Drew, Jim, Kevin, and Belle are known for strong storytelling.

“Dave, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable and very enthusiastic. He was entertaining and very easy to listen to.”

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Vienna: Ghosts and Legends Guided Nighttime Walking Tour - Beginning near the Hofburg Palace
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Vienna: Ghosts and Legends Guided Nighttime Walking Tour

15.Vienna: Ghosts and Legends Guided Nighttime Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,088 reviews · 2 hours · from $20

Join Astrid Stangl or another English- or German-speaking guide for a two-hour evening walk through central Vienna. Hear ghost stories, criminal cases, vampire lore, and Habsburg-era scandals while passing Hofburg Palace, the Augustinian Church, Neuer Markt, Blutgasse, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

“good tour, lot of history (not scary at all), Astrid's spoken English was excellent.”

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