Charleston Haunted Jail Tour

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Highlights

  • Visit the historic 1802 City Jail.

  • Stories about the criminals who lived & died in the jail.

  • Chilling tales of haunting & supernatural occurrences.

  • Potential encounter with the rumored ghost of Lavinia Fisher.

  • Spooky legends & history by local guide.

Summary

As seen on Ghost Hunters, Ghost Adventures, and The Travel Channel, join us for a 45 minute walk behind-the-scenes tour of the 1802 city jail.  This eerie jail housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals, 19th-century pirates, and Civil War prisoners.

Tour info

Duration
45 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Adult: (13-90 years)
$29.00
Child: (7-12 years)
$19.00
Infant: (0-6 years)
$0.00
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

21 Magazine Street, Charleston, South Carolina, 29401, US

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Step inside the spooky halls of the Old City Jail, built in 1802, which housed the city's most infamous criminals until 1939. Hear the chilling tales of the murderess Lavinia Fisher, Civil War-era prisoners, and even pirates whose ghosts are claimed to roam the cells. After meeting your tour guide, enter the dark and sinister Old City Jail. This centuries-old structure has tales to tell, and the rumored hauntings by its more fearsome convicts are enough to send chills up your spine as you walk the halls. Hear the story of the beautiful Lavinia Fisher, who murdered unsuspecting guests at the hotel she ran with her husband. Learn about the tragic fate of Denmark Vesey, hanged for planning a slave revolt. Peer into the cells that held Confederate prisoners of war and plundering 19th-century pirates, and watch carefully—there may be more to those glowing orbs and mysterious flickering shadows that meets the eye.

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What’s included?

  • Guided walking tour of the Old City Jail.

  • Gratuities are always appreciated, but never expected.

  • Hotel pick up & drop off.

  • Food & Drinks

  • Souvenirs

Things to know

Before you book

  • Children 6 and younger are complimentary.

  • If you or a member of your group has a disability, please speak with our staff prior to booking your tour.

  • The activity runs regardless of weather conditions. In the rare situation where the seller is forced to cancel the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule to another time (subject to availability). 

Before you go

  • Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the reserved departure time.

  • You should wear comfortable walking shoes.

Cancellation Policy

    Non-refundable, can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice. Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded. You may reschedule your tickets (subject to availability) only if you do so at least 24 hours in advance. Activity takes place rain or shine. The activity runs regardless of weather conditions. In the rare situation where the seller is forced to cancel the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule to another time (subject to availability). 

Redemption information

    Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative.
    Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your departure time at the Old City Jail at 21 Magazine St.
    Non-refundable, can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice.
    Tour runs rain or shine.


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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About operator:

Our founder, John LaVerne, has a deep love for Charleston, history, and storytelling. While being a tour guide was initially just a hobby, about 60 seconds into giving his first tour, John was hooked – by his enthralled audience and the chance to share his love of Charleston with others. He founded Bulldog Tours to raise funds for the preservation of The Old Exchange Building. The rest, as the tour team says, is history.

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