Our Oldest Walking Tour and the
Gateway to America's First Western Frontier!!!
Lying in the heart of the first Washington County in the country to be named in honor of the first United States President, this tour is great as a package with area haunted and historic Bed and Breakfasts, Grist Mills, Museums, Carriage Rides, and the Virginia State Theatre!

Who's red eyes are seen through the windows of the Abingdon Tavern late at night? Does Bob Porterfield still "manage" the Barter Theater from beyond? Who is the musician presenting the mysterious violin performances inside the Martha Washington Inn?

This is our longest running tour beginning in the Fall of 2004 and so much has happened on this tour you simply have to hear it for yourself. Join your certified ghost hunting tour guide as we walk down Main Street of old Abingdon established in 1778...

The Tavern (1779) - Abingdon, Virginia

Originally named Wolf Hill by Daniel Boone in the year of 1760, you'll be amazed by the mystery, Native American folklore, and legend wrapped in the true stories of history and science woven by your host. Get ready for an evening of enlightenment as you learn about the life and times of those long gone and apparently holding on to the present by virtue of their interactions with local patrons and business owners alike. If you dare, join your guide on a breathtaking walk through the "dark side" of Abingdon as we make our way around the historic district to visit sites which have been centuries in the making.

While visiting this historic locale, be sure to take advantage of fine dining from The Tavern Restaurant, established in 1779, which is one of the oldest buildings in the Southeastern United States still being utilized and open to the public for business. You just might have an encounter with "The Lady of the Tavern", as we like to call her, who you'll hear more about during the tour. Then, after the GhostWalk where you'll hear about its history and hauntings, take a tour of The Martha Washington Inn, once listed on the Travel Channel as being one of the most haunted inns in America!!!

Barter Theatre - Abingdon, Virginia

In addition, we highly recommend that you make an attempt to time your visit so that you can catch one of the wonderful live plays at the prestigious Barter Theatre, the longest running professional resident theatre in America. The Barter's interior auditorium, in addition to other parts of the building, serve as a home for many mysterious happenings which we will again share with you during the GhostWalk. You just may run into Mr. Porterfield yourself while you're there, especially if it happens to be opening night!

Scientific investigations of the interior of historic buildings along this tour route currently include the famous Barter Theatre, The Tavern Restaurant established in 1779, and The Martha Washington Inn - which was listed on the travel channel as being one of the most haunted inns in America! The results of our ghost hunter investigations are available in DVD format from your tour guide, or from our Ghost Hunter Store...

Don't forget to patronize some of the area businesses with which we have had the pleasure of working during our investigations of the town. One of those who welcome our guests is the "Healing Waters Day Spa" offering a variety of treatments and massage. To top off your visit take an amazing carriage ride through the back streets and alleys of the town. The Historic Abingdon Virginia GhostWalk departs from the Barter Theatre Stage II Cafe' and advance reservations are required. Please call (423) 743-WALK (9255) for further information and reservations with your date and the number in your party...

January Through December Historic Abingdon Virginia GhostWalk Energy / Difficulty Level - Low to Medium Please call (423) 743-WALK (9255) for reservations.

11:05 AM - 12:15 PM - The Fields-Penn House Museum - Historic Abingdon, Virginia 12:45 PM - 02:00 PM - Lunch at Haunted and Historic Park's Grill Mill and Restaurant 02:45 PM - 04:30 PM - Tour Haunted and Historic White's Grist Mill and Merchantile * * * (or) Enjoy an afternoon Matinee Play at the Barter Theatre at a discount 05:45 PM - 06:45 PM - Historic Carriage Ride with the Abingdon Carriage Company 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM - Dinner at the Barter Stage II Cafe' in Abingdon 07:30 PM - 11:30 PM - The Lantern-led "Historic Abingdon Virginia GhostWalk" - OR - Book Online or call (423) 743-WALK (9255) to reserve just the evening tour.

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Use the following map and directions to Appalachian GhostWalks' "Historic Abingdon Virginia GhostWalk" if driving from Pigeon Forge and Sevierville, Tennessee just a short distance by way of Interstate 40 East and Interstate 81 North.
Directions to the "Historic Abingdon Virginia GhostWalk"
From Highway US-441 take Highway 66 North for 8.47 miles; Merge onto Interstate I-40 East for 13.77 miles; Merge onto Interstate I-81 North toward the left toward Bristol, TN; Take Exit 17, or Highway VA-75, or Highway US-58-ALT toward Abingdon for 0.21 miles; Turn LEFT onto US-58 ALT/VA-75/CUMMINGS ST SW. 0.8 miles; Turn RIGHT onto US-11/W MAIN ST/LEE HWY. 0.2 mi; End at the Barter Theatre Stage II Cafe' located at 110 West Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210-2810; Total Estimated Time: 1 hour, 59 minutes; Total Distance: 120.73 miles... Appalachian GhostWalks hopes to see you soon! Happy Ghost Hunting!!!