Best Historic Pub Tours in the USA — Our Top 15

1.Creepy Crawl Night-Time Haunted Pub Walking Tour of Savannah’s Historic District

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 802 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30Our pick

Start at Six Pence Pub for a two-hour evening walk through Savannah’s haunted Historic District. Guides such as Pierce, Andre, and Kelly mix ghost tales, city history, Colonial Park Cemetery, and stops at up to four local bars. Drinks cost extra, and you must be 21 or older.

“Great walking tour with very knowledgeable host. Pubs we visited were classic Savannah pubs. I would recommend this activity.”

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2.The Original Haunted Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 382 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $26Best value

Walk through downtown St. Augustine for 2.5 hours with a guide such as Mike, Sarah, Steve, or Q. Hear haunted-pub tales, visit several bars, pause at a cemetery, and collect a souvenir. Drinks and food cost extra, and some stops may allow only beer or wine.

“Carl was fantastic. His stories were so interesting and he was attentive to his guests. The pubs we visited were great and a fantastic was to get to know the city and its history.”

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3.Haunted Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Spend about 2.5 hours with a local guide such as Tiffany, Katie, Madison, or Gabby, hearing Portland ghost lore and sampling local beer. The route covers Skidmore Fountain, the waterfront, Old Town, and two pubs. You’ll walk outdoors in all weather, with most stories told from the street.

“This tour was full of history, legend, folklore and accounts of actual ghost sightings and interactions. Photos from tour guests that seemed to capture images, apparitions and silhouettes were also shared in an upbeat way with both serious and lighthearted delivery. I knew nothing about Portland when I went and learned a lot. Plus sampled some great brews, met great people and shared some laughs. I thoroughly enjoyed this tour and highly recommend it. If you’re not afraid of no ghost...”

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4.Trolley Pub Tour of Charlotte

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Top rated

Join Trolley Pub Charlotte for a two-hour pedal-powered pub crawl from 2500 Dunavant Street. A driver, guide, and party host keep the ride moving, while Mel has been praised for music, games, and high energy. Visit Sycamore Brewing and Charlotte Beer Garden, with one free drink included.

“Fantastic!! Great atmosphere, we road with others and all hit it off. Music was great and kept the vibe going. This is exactly what was needed for our night out, while visiting Charlotte for work.”

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5.Indianapolis Mobile Pub Tour and Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54

Ride a 16-person mobile pub bike through downtown Indianapolis with a guide, music, drinks, photo stops, and playful team games. You’ll pause at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, the Indiana War Memorial, and Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Guides such as Shane, Ryan, and Marcus help set the tone.

“Get ready to peddle, drinks din have a blast. Pick a good DJ and bring your own drinks. Pick a good friend to give you drinks too.”

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6.Haunted Pub Crawl of Historic Pubs and Taverns

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 127 reviews · 2 hours · from $34

Spend two hours tracing Boston’s haunted Revolutionary-era past from the Samuel Adams statue through historic pubs and taverns. Guides such as Nicole, Bee, Victoria, and Liberty lead the stories, while you purchase your own drinks at the stops.

“No improvement needed it. This tour and our guides were outstanding.”

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7.Historic Pubs Walking & Ferry, Food & Drink Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 56 reviews · 3h 30m · from $129

Spend 3.5 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Big Al, Alvin, or Martin, walking Boston’s North End and historic center, ferrying to Charlestown, and stopping at two old taverns for drinks, appetizers, and Revolutionary-era stories.

“Martin was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and made sure our experience was a great one. He went above and beyond what was promised in the tour and it was like walking around Boston with a friend. 100% would recommend this tour and I can’t wait to go back and try his Pizza and Seafood tours as well! We will definitely book with him next time we are in town!”

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8.2 Hour Historic Pub Crawl in Boston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Start at Faneuil Hall Marketplace at 6:30 pm for a small-group walk through Boston taverns including the Green Dragon and Dirty Nelly’s. Your guide shares pub and city stories, while you buy drinks as you go. The crawl ends at Bell in Hand, called America’s oldest tavern.

“It was informative and fun! Went into three pubs. Gave us a chance to meet and socialize with other travelers.”

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9.New Orleans’ Finest Haunted Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40

Spend about two hours in the French Quarter with a local guide such as Taylor or Christie, hearing haunted tales while visiting Pirate’s Alley Café, Harry’s Corner Bar, MRB Bar & Kitchen, and Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar. Drinks cost extra, and the route may change.

“They cancelled two hours before our scheduled time. They suck. Never will I recommend you Very unprofessional”

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10.Historical Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks Included

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 34 reviews · 2 hours · from $65

Walk through Savannah’s historic squares with an English-speaking guide, hearing ghost stories, dark local history, and tales of unusual sightings. You’ll enjoy three included beers, cocktails, or champagne, including a signature drink, then finish at Chippewa Square. Austin and Chris have led especially entertaining tours.

“Austin was one of the best storytellers ever! He was great at navigating our large group in stormy conditions, and he was kind and kept his cool and we had an amazing evening! He has a brilliant grasp of the history of Savannah, and we were spellbound by his stories. I highly recommend this tour for all Savannah visitors. Loved learning more about great pubs as well! Thank you, Austin!”

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11.Charleston’s Historic Pubs, Taverns, and Taprooms Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend three hours walking Charleston’s French Quarter with a city-certified guide such as Coby or Alex. Visit three pubs, enjoy one included drink at each, share an appetizer, and hear stories of pirates, politics, beer, and Charleston’s past. Routes change daily.

“Our tour guide, Coby was entertaining, informative and interesting. We enjoyed it immensely! The beer, the stories and the food were all great.”

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12.Public Pedal Pub Tour in Austin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Join a driver-led pedal pub tour through downtown Austin for about two hours. Bring canned drinks for the onboard cooler, pedal past the ATX sign and Sixth Street, and stop at up to three bars. Guides such as Zach, Beth, Robert, and Ellie keep the ride social, musical, and easy to follow.

“Had a blast peddling while hanging with friends, listening to music and enjoying the vibes! Would highly recommend for those looking for something fun to do in the city.”

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13.Original Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour by Baltimore Ghost Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $32

Walk Baltimore’s Fells Point with a small group, visiting three or four pubs while guides such as Craig and Brandon share local ghost tales and personal encounters. The two-hour tour costs $32, with drinks purchased separately, and each guide follows a different route.

“Visit of 3 bars and lots of spooky stories in between. Craig was very knowledgeable! We had lots of fun”

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14.Portland, Maine: Old Port Brewery & Pub Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 16 reviews · from $99

Meet at Portland Beer Hub for a one-mile Old Port walk with three guided beer stops: Shipyard Brewing, Brickyard Hollow, and Camp Pennant. You’ll taste Maine beers, hear local stories, enjoy a pub snack, and walk between venues with guides such as Tom, Pete, or Spencer.

“Our tour guide Pete was great - very knowledgeable about the city’s history, catered to our group’s interests, and made the tour a very fun, memorable experience.”

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15.Indianapolis: Open-Air Pedal Pub Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9 reviews · from $64

Join a 100-minute open-air pedal pub ride from The Hangar, one block south of South Street. You will pedal with electric assist, enjoy music and included local drinks, and see downtown Indy from a rolling bar. Guides such as Sam and Caleb keep the ride social and easygoing.

“They canceled my trip because they didn’t have enough people but still charged my CC, was told that I had to do it through the app, but there’s no place in the app to dispute the charge.”

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