Black & Ghost Tour

4.8 (257 Viator reviews) 2 hrs Pittsburgh area

Get haunted yourself!
Discover the most haunted landmarks of the Burgh!
Discover some really cool sites!
Enjoy a quiet evening in Downtown Pittsburgh.
What stories lurk inside these old, industrial structures?

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About this activity

Join us on this walking history tour with a spooky twist! Experience the spookiest of Pittsburgh’s Downtown! Get to see outstanding historic landmarks (often beautifully lit up in the darker and colder months) during the quiet evening hours and learn about their history and which spirits lurk in them. Ready to get chills and be scared by some obscure ghost stories? - ***Please note: This is NOT a haunted house tour, but rather a tour focusing on true-life ghost stories from Pittsburgh's past and present!*** - Our tour guides are locals who truly love their city, they are very knowledgeable and willing to go the extra mile for you if you are particularly interested in something. Children under the age of 6 and doggies are welcome with advance notice and proper supervision.

Itinerary

  1. David Lawrence Convention Center · 5 min

    Meet your local guide to get started with your urban nighttime adventure.

  2. Senator John Heinz History Center · 5 min

    The ghost story of this big history museum of Pittsburgh is particularly spooky!

  3. Stop 3 · 5 min

    Learn all about the lurking spirits in this outstanding architecture at this grand intersection of Downtown Pittsburgh.

  4. Stop 4 · 15 min

    Take in the great architectural views and spooky stories of this main parade street in Downtown Pittsburgh when the sun is about to go down

  5. Stop 5 · 10 min

    Find out which Oscar winning movies have been filmed here, and which characters haunt this medieval looking building!

  6. Allegheny County Courthouse · 10 min

    Lots of ghost stories here! An iconic courthouse, also architecturally!

  7. Stop 7 · 10 min

    Who knew that in the office of the "King of coke" there is a ghost living as well?

  8. Mellon Square · pass by

    Enjoy walking past this beautiful Downtown square

What's included

  • A whole lotta fun :-)
  • Coupons from our Downtown restaurant partners
  • Local, interactive guide
  • Hot drink on cold nights

Not included

  • Dinner
  • Gratuity

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

We are located on the Penn Ave side of the Convention Center, between 10th + 11th Street, two doors up from Jimmy John's. Look for the white bike in the window.

End point: We are located on the Penn Ave side of the Convention Center, between 10th + 11th Street, two doors up from Jimmy John's. Look for the white bike in the window.

Good to know

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.8/5

257 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

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  • 4 star27
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