Newport, Kentucky

Step into the shadows of Newport’s past, where history and the paranormal collide. We’ll guide you through chilling stories of restless spirits, including the haunted USS Nightmare, the tragic tale of Elizabeth at the Southgate House, and the gruesome true crime of Pearl Bryan, whose headless ghost is said to still wander the courthouse grounds. Discover the chilling tales surrounding General Taylor Park, once home to the old military barracks, where ghostly soldiers still march. Hear stories of steamboat explosions, haunted taverns, and playful spirits who slide Christmas trees across rooms and knock over drinks at the bar. This 90-minute walking tour ends with a mini ghost investigation at Mansion Hill Tavern where more than a few unexplained happenings have left guests wondering what lingers after dark. Cameras ready. Stay alert. You never know who—or what—you’ll encounter.