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Charlotte Amalie Ghost Walk
$51.94 per person
*includes all taxes and fees
History haunts the cobblestones of downtown Charlotte Amalie. Step into their story.
Duration
2 Hours
Meeting Point
Fort Christian
Minimum Age
13+
Check-Out Availability
What To Expect
THE WOMAN WITH THE CLOVEN HOOF
“One barefoot. One hoofprint. And the sound of her dragging cloak still haunts these streets.”
If you ever walk past Fort Christian at night and hear soft footsteps behind you... stop. Not to turn around. Not to speak. Just stop.
Because if it’s her, you’ll want to be very, very still.
Some call her La Diablesse. Some call her "the cow-foot woman". This spirit wraps her form in old colonial silks, her face always hidden beneath a wide-brimmed hat. Some say she died in childbirth. Others say she was cursed by a jealous lover. But everyone agrees on one thing, she walks with a human foot and a cloven hoof, and she appears when the air is thick and still.
The brave, or the unlucky, might heard her whisper their names, only to turn and find no one there… except a single hoofprint stamped in damp stone.
In one story passed down by a local family, a young girl once saw wet footprints circling her porch after a rainstorm... one human, one hoof. Her grandmother’s only reaction?
“Oh. She just needed shelter. You didn’t bother her, so she won’t bother you.”
Come explore the haunted heart of Charlotte Amalie with us, where ghost stories aren’t just folklore, they're family history. Hear tales of jumbies, duppies, and look for silent woman who may still walk the streets of the Virgin Islands' oldest city.
Are you brave enough to walk her path?
Why Choose American Ghost Walks?
The Charlotte Amalie Ghost Walk tour was created by not only combing through old books, newspaper articles, and stories, but by interviewing the people who live and work in these establishments every day. Not just the "greatest hits for the tourists" but an authentic Virgin Islands experience.
Expert Paranormal Guide
Daily at 3pm
Easy/Moderate
$51.94 per person
Important Info
- Some street parking is available but also there is a paid parking lot at Fort Christian close to the meeting place.
- This tour runs in light rain and hot sun, so please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
- The tour route is not wheelchair-accessible, please be prepared for some uphill walks
- Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. But we will reschedule you if you have an emergency, we love ghosts, not monsters!
- Service animals are welcome but for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home.
- Distance covered is 1.5 miles.
The oldest standing structure in the Virgin Islands, Fort Christian has been a fortress, a prison, and an execution site.
The Freedom Statue stands in heroic remembrance of the 1873 emancipation, and the Danish governor who paid a ghostly price.
Once a naval outpost, Hassel Island holds secrets beneath its ruins.
Recently renovated, Hotel 1829 stands on the hillside of Charlotte Amalie, with reports of ghostly guests checking in—but never out.
This is the view prisoners might see from inside haunted Fort Christian's walls. What kind of spirits might still linger?
Learn the history of Government House, where the Governor of the Islands lives
The birthplace of the famous impressionist painter, Camille Pissarro’s childhood home is now an art gallery and full of fascinating history of the island's centuries-old Jewish community.
Creque Alley is St. Thomas' most famous street but it also has a connection to a celebrity with a tragic past...
These centuries-old cannons were supposed to protect Charlotte Amalie from pirate raids and enemy ships. Learn the unbelievable story of the only time they ever fired in war.
The First Ladies' Garden has one of the most spectacular views (and photo opportunities) in the city!
The historic and famous 99 Steps, built by the Danes in the 1700s, are more than just a scenic climb, they’re said to be haunted by colonial-era spirits.
Rising above Charlotte Amalie, Blackbeard's Tower is rumored to have once been used by the infamous pirate Blackbeard himself, but the truth also has a ghostly connection...
The oldest standing structure in the Virgin Islands, Fort Christian has been a fortress, a prison, and an execution site.
The Freedom Statue stands in heroic remembrance of the 1873 emancipation, and the Danish governor who paid a ghostly price.
Itinerary
List of Services
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The Deadly Obeah ManItem Link List Item 1
Learn about Virgin Islands' folklore and how it intersects with one of St. Thomas' most brutal true crimes, unsolved for years until recently.
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Fort ChristianItem Link List Item 2
Discover tales of the oldest building in the Virgin Islands, where pirate alliances, buried bones, and colonial tragedies still echo. Shadowy figures and unexplained footsteps await.
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Creque AlleyItem Link List Item 3
More than just a Mamas and Papas' song, this famous alley is home to a haunting and a famous islander's connection to a terrible crime.
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The Plague ShipItem Link List Item 4
Discover the grim legacy of a ghost ship that unleashed cholera—and the restless spirits of those buried alive. Ghostly processions still wander St. Thomas beaches at dusk.
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Meet The JumbiesItem Link
Hear footsteps scrape and clop where the island’s most feared Jumbie still stalks. But there's more than just the Cow-Foot Woman, there is a whole pantheon of island legends.
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The 99 StepsItem Link
Why are all of the city's famous Danish step streets called "99 steps"? You'll never guess what the werewolves have to do with it.
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Meeting Point
In front of Fort Christian in downtown Charlotte Amalie.
Highlights
- See the oldest still standing structure in the Virgin Islands, Fort Christian
- Learn the truth about pirate Jean Hamlin and his sunken ship, La Trampeuse
- Learn about Hotel 1829, one of the island's oldest hotels and recently restored to life
- Werewolves? Indeed, watch your step!
- Be entertained by truly local stories of haunted steps, plague ships, and ghosts that haunt Market Square
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do you go inside any of the haunted buildings?
On this tour, we focus on building exteriors and outdoor spaces. Businesses and public places are open for you to visit during regular business hours. Otherwise we respect the privacy of individuals and organizations and expect that our guests do the same.
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Do guests really see ghosts on this tour?
We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.
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Can I bring my pet?
Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.
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Is this ghost tour kid-appropriate?
While our tours do not contain anything too graphic or inappropriate, we find that kids that enjoy history have the best time. You know your children and that's left up to you. We do not recommend bringing children in strollers because sometimes that can be difficult with larger walking groups.
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What if I'm late or cannot find my guide?
We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tour time. We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.
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What is your cancellation policy?
Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. If we cancel the tour because of weather or another event, we offer a full refund.
We will do our best to accommodate rescheduling requests, but cannot guarantee changes because other tours and dates might be sold out.
Do you have the courage to join?
Explore haunted locations and hear chilling tales. Face your fears and uncover dark secrets. Join us, if you dare!
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