The Asheville Abyss Ghost Tour: Ashes to Apparitions
Overview
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60 hours
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Join us for an unforgettable adventure through Asheville’s shadowy streets on our captivating walking ghost tour, where history and hauntings blend seamlessly. Led by a seasoned local guide, this tour takes you to some of the city's most haunted and historic locations. As you wander through atmospheric streets, you'll hear spine-chilling tales of spirits—bootleggers, outlaws, and debutantes—whose lives are etched into Asheville's rich past. Each stop, from the iconic Jackson Building to Pritchard Park, reveals a new layer of mystery, inviting you to explore the darker side of this charming mountain city.
While we won’t enter privately owned buildings, you'll stand on ground steeped in ghostly lore. This tour is both entertaining and informative, offering a unique glimpse into Asheville’s haunted history. Gather your courage, bring your curiosity, and join us for an evening filled with chills, thrills, and a touch of history!
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
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The tour is wheelchair and stroller friendly, but please be advised there may be some grassy and cobblestone areas
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Basilica of Saint Lawrence
The Basilica of St. Lawrence in one of Asheville’s most beautiful and beloved places of worship, but it is also home to a host of angry spirits… Learn about the tragic story of the architect who made it his life’s work to complete the Basilica and who continues his endeavors from beyond the grave.
The Battery Park Hotel is home to a spirit that wanders the hall in blood stained pajamas. A young woman was murdered in the dead of night during a storm in the 1930s.
What‘s Included
Hear haunted tales of Asheville set back during the Great Depression, Prohibition, and Gilded Age
Guided Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour of Asheville
Learn the chilling history as you visit sites such as Basilica of St. Lawrence & Battery Park Hotel
All tales told during tour are intensely researched and documented happenings in history
Professional & Knowledgeable Guides
Options
90-Minute Extended Ghost Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Extended Ghost Tour: Remain on the tour for an additional 30-min which will allow you to explore four more haunted Asheville stops (12 total).
60-Minute Ghost Tour
Duration: 1 hour
Standard Ghost Tour: The Standard Ghost Tour: Approximately 60-min and 1-mile of walking. Standard tours include 8 haunted Asheville stops.
Reviews
152 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun and Informative
W6631XDmaureenp,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time on our tour tonight with Erin. She shared some very interesting stories and kept everyone engaged. Thanks for a fun and informative evening!
New to Ashville
Melinda W,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very knowledgeable. Lau was very entertaining. There's so much history to this town. Definitely would do it again.
Fantastic ghost tour.
Helen S,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative historically and lots of interesting paranormal occurences described. Our guide was adept at telling the stories of historical figures. She was also entertaining and authentic. Highly recommend.
Ghost tour
Inspire41586774893,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Terrible tour. Not worth my time or money. Guide did his best but tour was weak. It would have been better to see inside buildings
Amazing experience!
jordanwK876ML,,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guy was absolutely amazing! So sweet and told great stories. Loved his skeleton suit as well… seriously the best! Highly recommend!
Keegan was amazing! We loved the experience. Fun, informative, and insightful - absolutely recommend this to anyone
Rushil S,,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are so glad we went on this tour and loved it. Had a great time and were very happy with our experience. Great way to learn about the city from someone who has lived here their whole life. When you book ask to have Kegan he was an amazing guide!
Wonderful evening!!
andyjU5385JB,,Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was amazing! Lots of history about Asheville and some really interesting ghost stories! Kegan was an awesome tour guide!!!
Asheville Thrills
P6257IRerikac,,Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My daughters and I made a last-minute trip to Asheville for this ghost tour. Totally worth it! We were thrilled that they were able to accommodate same day and priced very fair. Keegan our tour guide was a wonderful storyteller! We were also able to rent an EMF detector, pretty cool to see that when talking about ghosts, the detector lit up. Very friendly, super informative, would definitely book with this company again!
Informative and spooky all in one! Like a cool history lesson.
juliaaB327HR,,Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was really cool! Our tour guide Dan was really cool and told some interesting stories! I brought my own EMF reader and we got some cool readings at some spots!
Great historical terror
Robin N,,May 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brandie made the tour memorable and engaging. Good time for everyone who attended. Will definitely look into haunted tours in other cities
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