Haunted Pub Crawl Wilmington: 4 Pubs, Ghost Stories

A night of hidden pubs and Wilmington's darkest stories

A 2.5-hour haunted pub crawl through Wilmington's historic district led by a costumed professional guide who reveals chilling tales of murder, mayhem and ghostly occurrences at four unusual, off-the-beaten-path pubs. The route changes nightly (the guide draws from ten different locations), so no two crawls are identical. You'll walk a block or two between each stop, with time to order a drink, use facilities and ask questions at every pub before moving on. Must be 21 or older with a valid ID.

Step-by-step itinerary

Haunted pub crawl in Wilmington

• Visit first unusual pub
• Hear ghostly history and stories
• Use restroom and purchase drinks
• Take photos and ask questions
• Walk to next pub
• Repeat visit and storytelling at pubs
• Complete crawl after four pubs

The experience

The crawl starts with pubs most tourists and locals never find: basement bars, rooftop hideaways, alleyways tucked into Wilmington's oldest neighborhoods. Each of the four stops is chosen for its history and the ghostly legends attached to it. The guide, dressed in full costume, draws on research going back to 1978 to tell the stories behind each location: the dark chapters of the Port City's past that still seem to linger in the walls. Between stories there's time to settle in, order a drink if you want one (there's no pressure to drink), use the restroom, take photos or just absorb the atmosphere of Wilmington's nightlife.

Since the guide rotates through ten different pubs across the historic district, the specific four stops vary from night to night. That means regulars who come back get a different experience each time. The walking between pubs is short (usually just a block or two), and the pace lets you take in the neighborhood itself as part of the tour. Every story ends with time to finish your drink, ask the guide questions about what you've heard, and prepare for the walk to the next location.

What’s included

• A 2.5-hour guided crawl through four hidden pubs in Wilmington's historic district.
• a costumed professional guide leading stories researched since 1978.
• time to explore each pub, order drinks at your own cost, use facilities and ask questions.
• a rotating route that changes nightly so no two crawls are the same.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayDeparts at 19:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (21 and older) · Under 21: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessiblePets welcome

Operated by Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington

Is this one for you?The crawl involves walking a block or two between four pubs over 2.5 hours at a conversational pace, so it suits anyone comfortable with a moderate evening stroll through historic neighborhoods. Book early if you want to secure a spot, as group sizes are kept limited.

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Top questions

How many pubs does the crawl visit each night?

The tour stops at four distinct pubs, chosen from a rotating selection of ten locations across Wilmington's historic district. The specific four change from night to night, so each crawl is different.

What kind of stories does the guide tell at each pub?

The guide reveals chilling local history tied to each location: tales of murder, mayhem, debauchery and ghostly occurrences. The stories are based on research the guide's family has conducted since 1978.

Is alcohol included in the ticket price?

Drinks are not included. You can order and purchase alcohol at each pub, but there's no obligation to drink during the crawl.

How much walking is involved between pubs?

The pubs are located in historic Wilmington, usually a block or two apart. The walking is manageable and part of exploring the neighborhood itself.

What do I need to bring to attend?

You must be 21 or older and bring a valid ID. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels and is wheelchair accessible.