Best Ghost Tours in Cardiff - practical guide with honest advice and local tips for 2026.
Affiliate links: This page contains affiliate links. If you book through one of our links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend things we genuinely believe in. Read our full disclosure policy.
Explore Cardiff's haunted history through medieval streets and Victorian buildings. Tours feature castle ghosts, pub spirits, and unexplained city centre phenomena. We reviewed 4 options ranging from £18 to £20. Best for: thrill seekers, history enthusiasts, evening entertainment.
Most ghost tours in Cardiff cost £12-20 per person. Difficulty ranges from easy to moderate. Group sizes are typically max 20. Book online in advance for the best prices.
This evening tour grants access to Cardiff Castle after dark, exploring stories of Roman soldiers and Victorian spirits within the medieval fortress walls.
Price: £18 | Duration: 1.5 hours | Difficulty: easy
Best for: ghost enthusiasts wanting distinctive castle setting
This two-hour walking tour covers the city centre's Victorian murder sites, haunted pubs, and documented paranormal activity in the arcaded shopping streets.
Price: £15 | Duration: 2 hours | Difficulty: easy
Best for: history buffs interested in darker Victorian stories
This waterfront tour explores Cardiff Bay's dockland history and unexplained phenomena reported by residents and workers near the water.
Price: £12 | Duration: 1.5 hours | Difficulty: easy
Best for: those wanting maritime ghost stories
This paranormal-focused tour grants after-dark access to normally closed churches and Llandaff's historic cemetery, led by the Cardiff Paranormal Society.
Price: £20 | Duration: 2.5 hours | Difficulty: moderate
Best for: serious paranormal investigators and photography enthusiasts
Best season: Tours run year-round, but May to September for warmest weather and longest days. June and July offer the best chance of dry spells for outdoor activities. is most comfortable for outdoor ghost tours.
Cancellation: Most operators offer free cancellation 48 hours before tour.
Watch out: Missing Cardiff Castle interior tours which require separate premium ticket
Compare prices across multiple platforms before booking. GetYourGuide, Viator, and direct operator websites often have different rates.
Best for: history buffs interested in darker Victorian stories
Best for: serious paranormal investigators and photography enthusiasts
Best for: ghost enthusiasts wanting distinctive castle setting
Best for: those wanting maritime ghost stories
Live availability from our partner Viator