The history of London is littered with plenty of nastiness, so it's no surprise that this changing city has left behind a few ghosts in its wake. For those of a morbid disposition who would like to discover more about the spirits and spectres that stalk the streets of our nation's capital, then look no further than this handy round up of the scariest, spookiest and silliest ghost tours in London. Please note that this list is not recommended for those of a nervous disposition.
Last updated on 17th March 2021
@ Outside the Entrance to Cutty Sark Tall Ship on Saturday 19th June 2021 and 12 other Saturdays
Ever wanted to know more about the darker side of Greenwich World Heritage Site? From drunken sailors sent to "Shanghai" to the Cutty Sark Curse and ghosts of jilted lovers, this creepy walking tour will take you through hidden laneways, London's oldest park and a haunted pub.
The scariest and silliest ghost tour in London, this Ghost Bus Tour, complete with rag-tag crew of spirits, poltergeists and demons, will take you on a journey through the dark side of London's past. Interactive and customer-friendly, you'll see all the city's spookiest sites given a hilarious spin by your Necrobus hosts.
@ Outside the Bunch of Grapes on Various dates from Saturday 1st May 2021
From a prostitutes' graveyard, to the city's oldest operating room, this ghost tour of London takes you back to London Bridge, way before it was a place of high-flying business types and fancy restaurants. Be transported south of the river to the days when it was a den of iniquity, with more than a couple of skeletons in its closet.
@ Temple Underground Station on Various dates from Saturday 15th May 2021
Take a trip around some of the city's most haunted pubs on this fun London ghost tour. Learn the stories behind these historic drinking dens, and discover how they came to be haunted and what continues to haunt them. To steady you nerves, there will of course be an opportunity to sample a glass or two of the good stuff at each of these spooky establishments.
@ Infront of Newspaper Stand Outside Farringdon Station on Friday 11th June 2021 and 13 other Fridays
One of the best London ghost tours, this interactive search for paranormal activity will push the limits of what you thought real. Travel through the city streets to some of the most haunted and spiritually active sites in London. Using Ouija boards, K2 Meters and Dowsing Rods, your aim is to make contact with the other side, and uncover the dark pasts many a London landmark.
