Philly Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Old City, Philadelphia, Philadelphia
Share a drink with the founding fathers and embark on a walking tour of colonial Philadelphia’s most haunted pubs and historic sites. Listen to spooky tales from your guide on this haunted pub crawl.
Philadelphia Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour
This walking tour in Philadelphia suits history and ghost enthusiasts interested in colonial America’s haunted pubs and historic sites.
Highlights
- Experience ghost and spirit stories on a haunted pub crawl
- Visit the 250-year-old City Tavern frequented by founding fathers
- Relive a dramatic escape from Eastern State Penitentiary
- Explore haunted grounds of Independence Hall and the first US Bank
- Learn how ironworkers lifted William Penn’s curse on the city
Description
Explore Philadelphia’s dark colonial past through tales of duels, curses, and ghostly encounters from the 18th century. With a beer in hand, discover the haunted history of Independence Hall, where figures like Benjamin Franklin and Benedict Arnold are said to linger.
The tour includes a behind-the-scenes look at a historic bank robbery, a daring prison escape from Eastern State Penitentiary, and stories about breaking a decades-old curse over the city.
Enjoy whiskey at City Tavern, a historic site where members of the Constitutional Convention once gathered. The tour offers unique insight into Philadelphia’s eerie history.
Meeting location: Independence Beer Garden, 100 S Independence Mall West, Philadelphia, PA. Look for a guide wearing a black US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern.
Includes
- Walking tour
- Tour guide
- Ghost stories
Excludes
- Tips
- Drinks
Important Information
- Not recommended for people unable to walk more than 1 mile
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Evening tours offer more atmospheric lighting but check weather conditions before booking.