Overview
Join us on this 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.
Don't worry about picking up any ghostly travelers; the entirety of the tour takes place outdoors! Ready to get chills and be scared by some obscure ghost stories? - 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. - ***Please note: This is NOT a haunted house tour NOR a pure Ghost Tour but a history tour with a spooky twist!***
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Coupons from our restaurant partners
A whole lot of fun! :-)
Local guide
Dinner
Gratuity
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
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
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please note: Please give us advance notice if you bring children that are under the age of 5. Look for the white bike in the window to find our small shop on the Penn Ave side of the Downtown Convention Center.
What to expect
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David Lawrence Convention Center
5 min
Meet your local guide to get started with your urban nighttime adventure.
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Senator John Heinz History Center
5 min
The ghost story of this big history museum of Pittsburgh is particularly spooky!
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The Pennsylvanian Apartments
5 min
Learn all about the lurking spirits in this outstanding architecture at this grand intersection of Downtown Pittsburgh.
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Grant Street
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
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Allegheny County Juvenile Court
10 min
Find out which Oscar winning movies have been filmed here, and which characters haunt this medieval looking building!
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Allegheny County Courthouse
10 min
Lots of ghost stories here! An iconic courthouse, also architecturally!
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Frick Building
10 min
Who knew that in the office of the "King of coke" there is a ghost living as well?
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Mellon Square
10 min
Enjoy walking past this beautiful Downtown square
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Black & Ghost Tour
Can I cancel Black & Ghost Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
We are located on the Penn Ave side of the Convention Center, between 10th + 11th Street, two doors up from Jimmy John's.
What's included?
- Coupons from our restaurant partners
- A whole lot of fun! :-)
- Local guide
What's not included?
- Dinner
- Gratuity
Which places does it visit?
It visits David Lawrence Convention Center, Senator John Heinz History Center, The Pennsylvanian Apartments, Grant Street, Allegheny County Juvenile Court, Allegheny County Courthouse, Frick Building, Mellon Square.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Walk the Burgh Tours
