History and Hauntings: 4 Spooky Maryland Ghost Tours

The Wayside Inn’s Ellicott City is a historical gem, but our proximity to other major cities is part of the allure. Baltimore is just a short drive away—and it has its share of history, happenings…and hauntings. We recently told you about some of Ellicott City’s spookiest haunts, but Baltimore has a series of Maryland ghost tours that’ll curl your toes!

 

Here are a few recommendations:

Fell’s Point Maryland Ghost Tours

731 S. Broadway
Saturdays, March-Nov.; Fridays and Saturdays July-Nov. @ 7pm; Various times in October

Picture Fell’s Point, in Baltimore, Maryland, as it was, a rowdy seaport town, the birthplace of the sleek and dangerous clipper ship. Its streets full of sailors from foreign lands spilling off ships, immigrants anxious to start a new life, ladies of the night looking to make ends meet, and all the characters looking to make a living off the maritime industry. Given this explosive combination, is it any wonder that many ghosts remained behind? This walking tour explores the many haunted pubs, shops, and residences of Fells Point. –from BaltimoreGhostTours.com

Prices: Advance: $13/ adults, $8/ children 12 and under. There is a $2 per ticket processing fee. Onsite ticket prices (sold from 6:30-7:00pm before the tour, on the sidewalk outside of Max’s sidebar) $15/adults $10 children 12 and under.

Fell’s Point Maryland Ghost Tours Pub Crawl

731 S. Broadway
Saturdays, March-Nov.; Fridays and Saturdays July-Nov. @ 7pm; Various times in October

Step through the doors of some of Fell’s Point’s most haunted pubs for this fascinating haunted pub crawl and tour of this historic maritime neighborhood. Taverns in Fell’s Point have always been the rowdy stomping grounds of locals and visitors looking for a good time and a drink, and today it’s no different. Join the crowd and belly up to the bar like times past. The Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour is for 21 and older only. –from BaltimoreGhostTours.com

Haunted Pub Crawls sell out EARLY. Groups should purchase tickets together.

Prices: $20/pp, 21 and over only. Valid ID required. There is a $2 per ticket processing fee. Onsite ticket prices (if available, sold from 6:30-7:00pm before the tour, on the sidewalk outside of Max’s sidebar) $20/pp, cash only.

Mt. Vernon Maryland Ghost Tours

1 Chase St
Tours every Saturday in October at 7:00pm. Sunday-Thursday night tours can be opened if you have a party of 5 people or more. Please email info@baltimoreghosttours.com to open a weeknight or Sunday night tour.

Baltimore’s Mount Vernon, the city’s cultural center, may be more “spirited” than you think. Admire the architecture while tour guides regale you with the history and haunted lore of this striking neighborhood that was home to many of Baltimore’s leading citizens. Hear about those who have never checked out of the Belvedere, a séance gone wrong, and more than one grand dame who still oversees the activities of her home. Join us to pull back the curtain and peer into the other side. –from BaltimoreGhostTours.com

Prices: Advance: $13/ adults, $8/ children 12 and under. There is a $2 per ticket processing fee. Onsite ticket prices (sold from 6:30-7:00pm before the tour, on the sidewalk outside of of the Belvedere at 1 East Chase St.) $15/adults $10 children 12 and under.

Special Note for Maryland Ghost Tours enthusiasts:

Baltimore Ghost Tours is now offering December-February (any night) tours, if you have a party of 6 people or more. With at least 24 hours advance notice, email to request a tour at info@baltimoreghosttours.com to add a December-February tour.

“Wicked History” Maryland Ghost Tours

Geared mostly toward adults 21 and over, the WickedHistoryBaltimore.com offer stories of scandal and intrigue as well as ghost stories. But in 2015, Wicked History has begun offering all-ages tours. Visit WickedHistoryBaltimore.com to check schedules.

Join Baltimore Wicked History Tours to plumb the depths of Baltimore’s underbelly. While we crawl through the streets in town, you’ll hear about times past when some struggled to survive and others thumbed their noses at authority. From speakeasies to underhanded villains to celebrated personalities who passed through these Baltimore streets. This is a Baltimore history tour like no other. Some might call it wicked. –from WickedHistoryBaltimore.com

To order by phone call: (877) 293-1571 (Advance purchase is required for all Wicked History tours.)

 

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