Fright-seeing tours across the globe

Do things that go ‘bump’ in the night tickle your fancy? Or is it the darker side of a city that intrigues you? If so travel consultants at high street retailer, Flight Centre have picked out some of their favourite ‘frightseeing’ tours around the world that are guaranteed to send a shiver down your spine.

New Orleans Ghost Tour (2hr tour £10)

The Big Easy is often referred to as ‘the most haunted city in the USA’ and after a two-hour walk through the city you may be inclined to agree. New Orleans has enjoyed a colourful history that encompasses ghosts, vampires and voodoo. This tour includes a visit to a haunted bar.

Dracula Spectacular (full day £54)

The country is Romania, the place - the Carpathian Mountains. What's happening? A lone horse rider is frantically struggling to make it to the Castle before nightfall. We all have our own images of Dracula and the Undead. This eight-hour tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to visit Bran Castle, more widely know as Dracula’s Castle, plus other sights such as Peles Castle and the Sinaia monastery.

Concrete Shoes on the Vegas Mob Tour (2hrs tour £30)

Take a two-hour tour to discover the fascinating history of Las Vegas and learn about the city’s connections with the underground world of the mob. Visit sites where murders, strange disappearances and mob activity occurred and hear tales of Sin City’s colourful past, as well as learn the truth about notorious gangster and casino builder Benjamin ‘Bugsy’ Siegel, mob boss Sam ‘Momo’ Giancana and Tony ‘The Ant’ Spilotro amongst others.

Angels and Demons in Rome (4hr tour £37)

Based on the novel by Dan Brown, this Angels and Demons walking tour will help you discover the Illuminati and their secrets, while seeing some of Rome’s most famous sites. The tour includes a cruise up the Tiber River and expect to see the Pantheon, Piazza del Popolo and Castel Sant’ Angelo.

Creepy Beasties in Edinburgh (1.5hr tour £7.50)

Take a look at Edinburgh’s dark side, including tales of witchcraft, plague and torture. Visit the dark scenes of mayhem, horrific torture murders and supernatural happenings as you walk along eerie alleyways and creepy courtyards of the old Town. Listen to stories of executions, ghosts and witchcraft and the notorious 19th century trade of body snatching. Beware the “jumper-ooters” who make ghastly appearances on route!!

Famously Dead – Hollywood’s Dearly Departed (3hr tour £19)

No city in the world has a more colourful and sordid history than Hollywood. And nowhere else have so many famous (and infamous) people moved over to the ‘other side’ – some in very bizarre and cruel circumstances. This thoroughly entertaining tour takes participants past the location of the Manson Family’s murder of Sharon Tate and the Chateau Marmont – scene of John Belushi’s final party.

Pain in the Neck – Vampires in ‘Frisco ((2hr tour £9)

Keep your crucifix handy as you encounter Mina Harker, a Vampress who was made by Count Dracula in London in 1897, and banished by him to the United States. She has been living in San Francisco for over 100 years and will tell you her story as you explore the Gothic side of Nob Hill.

Walking with Spirits in Venice (1.5hr tour £14)

Walk the dimly lit deserted alleys and lanes of Venice at night as your guide tells your stories of past and present day ghosts. Join the Venice Ghosts Walking tour for a unique insight into the city of canals.

Scandalous Sydney (2.5hr tour £30)

Ever wanted to ride in a haunted Cadillac hearse? Discover Sydney’s bizarre and bloody past, oozing with convicts, crime scenes, sex, drugs and rock ‘n roll, scandals, celebrities and much more. This “Weird Sydney” history and ghost tour is informative and will tell you everything you need to know about the famous and infamous who shaped the city.

Monuments by Moonlight (2.5hr tour £16)

The spectacular monuments of Washington DC are not to be missed and the city is at its most beautiful after sunset. Visit the Iwo Jima Memorial, the FDR Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial and the hauntingly sad Vietnam and Korean War Memorials.

For more information on travel to these cities visit Flightcentre.co.uk. All tours are bookable on the web site in the ‘experiences’ section.