4.6 (346) · Outer Banks · By OBX Ghost Tours
Embark on a family-friendly walking tour through downtown Manteo, where your guide will share the chilling tales that make the Outer Banks one of America's most haunted coastlines.
Discover intriguing stories, including those of the Lost Colony, Blackbeard, and the mysterious Cora Tree.
Enhance your paranormal experience with the opportunity to use an EMF detector, a tool frequently featured on popular ghost-hunting television shows.
Prepare for an unforgettable adventure with OBX Ghost Tours – you might just have the time of your afterlife!
✓ Guided tour by a knowledgeable guide✓ Access to use EMF detectors during the tour1 Pioneer Theater
Explore the history and spectral accounts of the historic Pioneer Theatre in Downtown Manteo.
Learn about Andy Griffith's connection to the venue, where he once screened his movie 'A Face in the Crowd'.
Hear tales of ghostly occurrences within this landmark theatre and have the option to purchase refreshments.
· 10 min
2 Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
Pause by the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse dock to delve into the legend of Theodosia Burr and the maritime history known as the Graveyard of the Atlantic.
· 10 min
3 Roanoke Island Festival Park
Walk past the Elizabethan II, a replica vessel reminiscent of the ships used by the Lost Colony of Roanoke during their voyage to the new world.
· Non-stop passage
4 Roanoke Island
From the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse, admire the picturesque Roanoke Island Inn.
Discover the history and legend surrounding Roscoe Jones, a former Postmaster of Manteo, who is rumored to haunt the elegant inn.
· Non-stop passage
Your mobile or paper ticket is accepted. One ticket is required per booking.
Your tour begins in front of the Kitty Hawk Kites Manteo Store.
The tour concludes at the same location where you started, in front of the Kitty Hawk Kites Manteo Store.
Tour guides will meet you outside the Kitty Hawk Kites Manteo store, located at 307 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, NC.
Please provide your last name from the booking to check in.
It is advisable to bring a form of identification for verification purposes.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
This tour is accessible for individuals using wheelchairs. Infants and young children are welcome and can be accommodated in a pram or stroller. Service animals are permitted to accompany their handlers. Specialized infant seats are available upon request. Transportation options serving this area are wheelchair accessible. All areas and surfaces encountered during the tour are wheelchair accessible. The tour is suitable for participants of all physical fitness levels. OBX Ghost Tours- The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks
Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring an ID for check-in. The tour operates in various weather conditions; dress accordingly. Photography is permitted, but please be respectful of the historical sites. Ask your guide questions – they are full of local knowledge! Consider bringing a small bag for any souvenirs or snacks. All sales are final. No refunds will be issued for cancellations.
Product code: 256995P1
Activity offered by OBX Ghost Tours via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Families History enthusiasts Paranormal investigators Tourists Explore the haunted history of the Outer Banks. Hear tales of the Lost Colony and Blackbeard. Visit historic Manteo. Use an EMF detector. Family-friendly activity. Original ghost tour in the area.
Currency United States dollar
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Capital city Washington, D.C. Average temperatures 10° Jan 11° Feb 13° Mar 16° Apr 21° May 25° Jun 27° Jul 27° Aug 25° Sept 20° Oct 16° Nov 13° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the duration of the tour? + The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Is the tour suitable for children? + Yes, this walking tour is designed to be enjoyable for the entire family.
What happens if the weather is bad? + The tour will be canceled if the weather is unfavorable.
Can I cancel my booking? + All sales are final, and no refunds are available for cancellations.
What should I bring with me? + It is recommended to bring an ID and wear comfortable shoes. You may also wish to bring a small bag.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible? + Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible, and transportation options are also accessible.
★★★★★ Viator review
Ghost hunt
Cynthia_G, October 2026
Rowan was a great tour guide on this ghost hunt/tour. She knew so much about the area. This was a bucket list ✅
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Waste of money
I7638UJlaurap, October 2026
We were handed glow in the dark bracelets at the start of our tour. They didn't glow. Not a deal breaker, but it would've been nice for them to glow. Our guide then told us tipping was appreciated, but the tour hasn't begun yet. Seemed disingenuous. The tour guide handed a ghost detrction device to someone in our group. Sadly, in 60 minutes, we didn't detect a single ghost. Even when told we were standing by the Graveyard of the Atlantic The tour was to be around 90 minutes. At 60 minutes, we hadn't heard much about ghosts. Just a lot of history. Which would be ok if we paid for a history tour. We left after 60 minutes. It was a waste of money, and I'm very disappointed. We were looking forward to this.
Response from the operator · OBXGhostTours Hi Laura,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations.
We did want to clarify a couple of things. The glow-in-the-dark bracelets are complimentary souvenirs we provide to our guests. Because our tours take place after dark, the bracelets may need to be exposed to sunlight to activate their glow. They’re simply a little keepsake from your evening with us!
Our EMF detectors are also provided free of charge as a fun, interactive addition to the tour. While we certainly can’t guarantee paranormal activity, we hope they add a little extra excitement to the experience.
Our tours focus on the haunted history of Manteo, combining documented historical events with local ghost stories, legends, and paranormal accounts. We believe understanding the history behind these stories makes them even more fascinating.
Regarding gratuities, tipping is always entirely optional, and we appreciate your feedback about how that announcement was received.
We’re sorry you decided to leave before the tour concluded, as you unfortunately missed the remainder of the experience. We genuinely appreciate your feedback and will share it with our team.
Thank you again for joining us!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Ghost tour of Manteo NC
teamedwardone, October 2026
We had Tama for our guide. She was such a wonderful storyteller. She did such an incredible job explaining the history behind the town and the haunted areas. She even serenaded us with a Johnny Cash song! She was terrific!!!! Great time was had by all!!! Pam Schang
★★★★★ Viator review
Not a ghost tour
Lynn_E, October 2026
Our guide did a nice job of storytelling, however, it should not be billed as a ghost tour. She was somewhat opinionated about some topics which I think for some people could be very off-putting
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Fun Ghost Tour
kjmacy05, September 2026
Stacey was very knowledgeable and entertaining!
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