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Boston: 1.5-Hour Ghosts and Gravestones Tour

1. Boston: 1.5-Hour Ghosts and Gravestones Tour

Explore Boston’s sordid past on this “frightseeing” ghost tour of Boston. Prepare yourself for an evening of fun, scares, and ghost stories guided by a 17th-century gravedigger. Your tour guide is dying to tell you tales of Boston’s dead in their own unusual way. On this tour visit the streets where the Boston Strangler once prowled and hear local tales of murder and mayhem, ghosts and ghouls. At Copp’s Hill Burying Ground and Granary Burying Ground, depart from the trolley and explore Boston’s two oldest burying grounds on foot. Be warned, you never know what kind of ghoulish creatures you may encounter as you explore the gravesites of John Hancock, Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and others. Travel back in time and learn about the spirits of notorious characters who lived and died in Boston.

Boston: Ghost Tour

2. Boston: Ghost Tour

Embark on a unique after-dark tour and explore downtown Boston’s most haunted hotspots. Discover both the paranormal and historical worlds of each carefully selected tour site and listen to researched, authentic, and up-to-date accounts that ensure you have the best, most chilling experience possible. Highlights of the tour include: Omni Parker House Haunted by its first owner and other notable ghostly guests, the Omni Parker House is considered Boston’s most haunted location. One room, in particular, has caused so much trouble, terror, and grief that the hotel was eventually forced to convert it into a storage room, lest they risk another guest suffering from a grisly night’s stay in the cursed room. What could possibly drive a hotel to permanently retire an otherwise perfectly good guest room? Discover the details on our tour. Boston Common This seemingly placid area is the country’s oldest park. For a century of its long history, Boston Common was the site of hundreds of hangings. Not all of the victims of these executions managed to escape the park, even after death. The grim ghosts of the hanging victims are the least of your paranormal concerns in the Common. Keep your eyes open and your wits about you whenever you’re at this park… or else. Old South Meeting House Witness the birthplace of the Boston Tea Party protest and the very American Revolution itself at the Old South Meeting House. This building is of crucially historic importance, but that’s not the only legacy the meeting house is known for. It is a specter that sometimes appears and always acts as a harbinger of impending death. Or perhaps it’s no messenger of death at all, but instead directly responsible for the string of deaths that have befallen the unlucky ones who’ve encountered it. Old City Hall This former hub of Boston’s local government has since become a bustling mixed-use commercial and office property. Because of its historical significance being covered up with the new polish of redevelopment, at least one ghost exacts its revenge for this perceived disrespect for history on visitors. The Old City Hall may be magnificent looking, but watch where you look inside…

Boston: Death and Dying Walking Ghost Tour

3. Boston: Death and Dying Walking Ghost Tour

Discover the ghosts of Boston with a tour for those aged 16 and above. Listen as your guide tells you about death and afterlife in Colonial America. Hear the stories pf the hauntings of Boston. Be greeted by your guide at the old State House and visit chilling locations like the Boston Common, the Custom House, the Boston Athenaeum, the Old South Meeting House, the Omni Parker House Hotel, and the Granary Burying Ground. Stop at King’s Chapel Burial Ground where a headless woman never fulfilled her journey to the afterlife. Uncover the story of a man who was buried alive in this cemetery.

Boston: Dog-Friendly Halloween Costume & Sightseeing Cruise

4. Boston: Dog-Friendly Halloween Costume & Sightseeing Cruise

Relax on a scenic cruise tour of Boston Harbour with your furry friends on this Halloween Dog Days Costume Cruise. Enjoy socializing with other dog owners and spot creative costumes while enjoying the sights of Boston Harbour. Kick back, relax and enjoy some fresh air while you cruise around the harbor in your best costume with your furry friend. Take in all the sights and rich history with your four legged friend while enjoying a beverage and socializing with other passengers and their dogs. Enjoy views of the city, fish pier, Logan airport and the U.S.S. Constitution, and take part in a positively wonderful Costume parade with prizes. Take advantage of the cash bar and light snacks for sale, and enjoy an included DJ and dance floor as part of the experience.

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What people are saying about Boston

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 4 reviews

Absolutely brilliant, educational yet spooky! We were engaged with the environment for the entirety of the tour, and our guide Zed was exceptional as a character actor, immersing us in the atmosphere. Walking the streets as we learned og their dark history was quite the experience. We'll be recommending to friends!

Amazing. The acting was fantastic. The stories were thrilling. I highly recommend this at night and for anyone into the history of Boston's paranormal.

We had a great time seeing the city and hearing some interestingly spooky stories along the way. Well worth the time and money!

We had the best time! Only 2 stops but the ride and the stories were also fun!

Great tour and amazing guides - would totally recommend!