Small-Group Family-Friendly Haunted History and Ghost Walk
Overview
History, Haunts, & Hahas! is a small, local, mom-owned business specializing in Ghost Forensics, Ethical Storytelling, Comic Relief, and the Human Behind the Haunting. Southern Spirit Stroll combines a haunted history walk and ghost tour with hidden history, folklore, architecture, and paranormal curiosity. Rather than repeating recycled ghost stories, we explore the real people, events, and historical clues behind Charleston's legends and reported hauntings. Guests learn how to distinguish documented history from folklore, evaluate paranormal claims, recognize common misidentifications such as pareidolia and photographic artifacts, and follow the historical breadcrumbs hiding in plain sight. Small groups and adaptable conversations encourage curiosity and critical thinking. Limited EMF readers may be available. Stories are shared from public spaces outside landmarks and historic sites; admission is not included. Ghost activity can never be guaranteed.
What's Included
- Souvenir Hat
- Guide
- Snacks Food, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired)
- Alcoholic beverages Food, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired)
- Transportation to or from the meeting location is not included
- Gratuities for your guide (optional but appreciated)
- Meter / Garage / Lot Parking is not included.
Meeting Location
160 Church Street
Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Tommy Condon's Irish Pub & Restaurant (pass by)
St. Philip's Church
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lodge Alley
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Four Corners of Law
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Circular Congregational Church
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Powder Magazine
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Philadelphia Alley
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. Accommodations can be made, though, if you reach out to me.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5631747P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Souvenir Hat.
- Guide.
- Snacks. Food, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired).
- Alcoholic beverages. Food, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired).
- Transportation to or from the meeting location is not included.
- Gratuities for your guide (optional but appreciated).
- Meter / Garage / Lot Parking is not included.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Small-Group Family-Friendly Haunted History and Ghost Walk is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. Accommodations can be made, though, if you reach out to me.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small-Group Family-Friendly Haunted History and Ghost Walk will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Souvenir Hat
- Guide
- SnacksFood, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired)
- Alcoholic beveragesFood, drinks, alcohol, or snacks (purchased separately if desired)
- Transportation to or from the meeting location is not included
- Gratuities for your guide (optional but appreciated)
- Meter / Garage / Lot Parking is not included.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. Accommodations can be made, though, if you reach out to me.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
