OBX Ghost Tours has been illuminating the shadows of Manteo for more than a decade, earning its place as the Outer Banks’ original haunted walk. Led by lively locals who know every creak of the waterfront, each 90-minute stroll bl...
OBX Ghost Tours has been illuminating the shadows of Manteo for more than a decade, earning its place as the Outer Banks’ original haunted walk. Led by lively locals who know every creak of the waterfront, each 90-minute stroll bl...
The guides here clearly make the experience. Julia gets praised repeatedly for her infectious enthusiasm and deep knowledge that extends well beyond ghost stories to cover the broader history of Manteo and the Outer Banks. BJ, Tamma, and Lara also earn enthusiastic shoutouts for being entertaining storytellers who balance spooky tales with genuine historical facts about the area, including fascinating tidbits about the Lost Colony and local pirate lore. This is a comfortable walking tour with manageable distances and places to rest along the way, which guests appreciate. While you shouldn't expect guaranteed paranormal encounters (one reviewer mentions limited ghost activity), people consistently leave happy because the tour delivers interesting local history wrapped in ghost folklore. The guides have great energy and adapt well to different group dynamics. Several reviewers specifically mention getting helpful recommendations for other area attractions, making this a smart early activity during your OBX visit. Worth noting: bring cash if you'd like to tip your guide.
This is a must do if you love learning spooky history! Stacey did an amazing job explaining the history behind the buildings around Manteo! Every second was intriguing and kept you on the edge of your seat! Stacey had an EMF reader and we brought ours as well it was amazing to see them both go off in the same place! We will definitely do this again in our next trip especially if Stacey is leading the tour! 10/10 experience!!
Faith Gentry
August 17, 2025
This is a must do if you love learning spooky history! Stacey did an amazing job explaining the history behind the buildings around Manteo! Every second was intriguing and kept you on the edge of your seat! Stacey had an EMF reader and we brought ours as well it was amazing to see them both go off in the same place! We will definitely do this again in our next trip especially if Stacey is leading the tour! 10/10 experience!!
Faith Gentry
August 17, 2025