Beaufort, SC Ghost Tour
Come face to face with the dark past of one of South Carolina’s oldest and most haunted towns on a Beaufort ghost tour with Lizzie Borden Ghost Tours.
GET TICKETSStep into a world of restless souls and mysterious lore along the Lowcountry’s shadowy streets.
Why You Need to Take a Beaufort, SC Ghost Tour
There’s more to Beaufort than meets the eye – these shadowy streets hold secrets. In this historic gem of the Lowcountry, grisly history has left a permanent stain and the ghosts of its dismal past refuse to let go. Lizzie Borden Ghost Tours leaves behind Beaufort’s charming waterfront and enters its ghostly world exploring its history, horror, and legends that make an unforgettable journey into the haunted heart of the city. Prepare to discover Beaufort’s restless spirits and its deepest secrets on a spine-chilling Beaufort ghost tour with Lizzie Borden Ghost Tours.
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Why is Beaufort So Haunted?
The Beaufort ghost tour delves into the city’s most haunted sites and introduces the haunting tales that bring them to life. Discover the unexplained activity wrapped in history, and walk in the footsteps of its former residents, some of whom seem determined to make their presence known.
Beaufort’s history dates back nearly 450 years, shaped by Spanish settlers, plantation wealth, and the tragedies of war. Once a hub for indigo and cotton plantations, the town saw fortunes rise and fall dramatically, particularly during the Civil War when Union forces invaded. Despite its resilience, Beaufort’s past is layered with haunting reminders of hardship, bloodshed, and tragedy that make it one of the most haunted places in the state.
Known for a mysterious, glowing orb that floats along the road, the eerie light at Land’s End Road is said to follow unsuspecting travelers, sometimes even chasing cars. No one knows its origin, but many believe it’s a remnant of Beaufort’s haunted past, bound forever to this chilling stretch of road.
In Beaufort, even sacred spaces bear the weight of their troubled past. Built in the 18th century, the Chapel of Ease on St. Helena Island served plantation families and now stands in ruins. Visitors report ghostly apparitions and ghostly murmurs drifting from the walls, believed to be spirits of those who found sanctuary here but never truly left.
Why should you tour with us?
If you're vacationing in Hilton Head, exploring nearby Beaufort is a must. Just under an hour’s drive away, Beaufort brims with haunted history and Southern charm that begs to be discovered. Make your getaway unforgettable by joining Beaufort Ghosts for an eerie tour through centuries-old stories.
Beaufort played a pivotal role in Civil War history, once standing as a centerpiece of Southern affluence and resilience. For Civil War buffs, Beaufort’s ghostly tales offer a haunting glimpse into a tumultuous past. Join Beaufort Ghosts to walk among sites that still echo stories from America’s greatest conflict.
Beaufort is rich in historical landmarks and dark tales, offering the perfect setting for an unforgettable ghost tour. With Beaufort Ghosts, you’ll experience history with a twist as we reveal the chilling truths behind the town’s most notorious locations.
Most Haunted Places in Beaufort, SC
The Castle
Beaufort’s most haunted mansion served as a Civil War hospital and morgue, with restless spirits said to roam its grounds. Visitors report ghostly figures and mischievous activity from Gauche, a 16th-century French jester who still makes his presence known through ringing bells and mysterious red handprints.
Graveyard of the Atlantic
Stretching along the treacherous Outer Banks is infamous for countless shipwrecks due to its shifting sandbars, strong currents, and storm-prone waters. Ghostly sightings of sunken ships and ghostly encounters with long-lost sailors haunt this stretch, where notorious pirates once prowled and legends like Blackbeard left their mark.
John Mark Verdier House
This historic home, built in 1804, has a rich history. It served as a Union headquarters, residence, and, later, a public museum. Staff and visitors report ghostly sounds of ringing phones, cold chills, and even unsettling rearrangements in empty rooms, thought to be spirits lingering from its past.
FAQs
View our Refund Policy on this page if you have any questions!
Please see your booking details for meeting location. There are neighboring parking garages and street parking that are available in the area.
Group size varies based on time of year and demand. We can keep everyone in your party in the same group. We’ve been doing this for years, and manage group size to ensure guests have a great experience. In the event you can’t hear your tour guide, let them know, or move closer to them.
Pets are welcome as long as they do not disrupt or distract from the tour
The arrival time will be listed on your confirmation email and in the available tour times when you click the book button
Please do not call us, the best way to reach us is by email using the contact form on this website
An extended tour takes you to a few additional locations when the regular tour ends. This adds about four new places and 30 minutes to your tour- highly recommended
Book a tour and check the +1 box for each person in your group where it says “Extended Tour” at checkout to add an extended Ghost tour.
Please contact us directly for pricing and availability. We do not do private tours under 30 persons. If you have a group under 30, please order directly from the website’s book now option.
Tours are held rain or shine. We will contact you if the tour is cancelled.
Please only attend the tour for the day and time you are booked, as another day or time may not be available. If you need to reschedule, please contact us by email first. There is a $10 per order (not person) rebooking fee for each schedule change.
As it is unfair to other guests, we do not wait for late or no show parties. Please remember to arrive to the correct location on time! We do not grant refunds to guests who fail to arrive to the appointed place on time and miss their tour.
No, but some of the locations you can visit during the day for free. We simply wouldn’t have the time to focus on as many stories as we do if we were to enter each one, and we wish to focus on the stories, and leave the exploring up to you!
15 minutes before the start of your tour
No.
No, this is a walking tour.
Most of the tour is not stroller or wheelchair accessible.
Yes, you are welcome to take photos of the locations we visit!
No, videos are not allowed
No, there is no smoking allowed on the tour
We do not allow intoxicated guests or drinking on the tour- we will promptly ask those in violation to leave
Lizzie Borden Ghost Tours
America’s most infamously haunted house delivers the most terrifying scares from all across the nation. We’ve compiled an extensive list of notoriously haunted locations and packaged them into spooky, entertaining tours available throughout the nation. Discover the true, unfiltered stories that created these hair-raising scares in only the unique and engaging way our expert guides can bring them to you. From the ghosts of unsolved murders and tragic accidents to disturbed spirits unable to find peace, there’s no limit to what we expose on our authentic ghost tours. Join us as we take you on an unforgettable, chilling journey through your city’s dark past and uncover the sinister secrets that put these places on the otherworldly map.
The Lizzie Borden House is home to the infamous murders that captivated the nation and made Lizzie Borden a macabre household name. Guests can explore the house via a variety of tours and, for those brave enough, stay in this notoriously haunted home. We aim to provide you with a memorable experience as well as deliver the best ghost tours, haunted pub crawls, and a variety of other experiences in over 100 cities.
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