Boston Ghost Tour & Pub Walk: Haunted Bars, Beacon Hill

Summary

Ghost tales, old bars and Boston’s haunted streets after dark

You’ll wander Boston’s haunted streets after dark with a costumed guide, hear ghost stories near King’s Chapel and Granary Burying Ground, and stop for drinks inside historic bars. With small groups and plenty of laughs (and chills), you’ll experience another side of Beacon Hill — one that lingers long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to laugh so much on a ghost tour — or maybe it was just the first pint kicking in. We met our guide outside an old brick building near Beacon Hill, dressed in some theatrical getup that actually worked better than I thought (I’m usually skeptical about costumes). Right away, she started spinning stories about ghosts lurking around King’s Chapel. The city felt different at night — even the streetlights seemed a bit dimmer, and someone’s perfume mixed with that old Boston stone smell as we walked by the cemetery gates.

We ducked into our first bar just across from Granary Burying Ground. I ordered something local (the bartender nodded like he approved), and our guide leaned over the table to share a story about a woman who supposedly still roams these streets. I swear, someone dropped a glass right as she mentioned her name — perfect timing or maybe just Boston being Boston. There was this moment when everyone went quiet for half a second, listening for… I don’t know what exactly.

The walk between stops wasn’t long, but you feel every cobblestone under your shoes after a couple drinks. Passing through Beacon Hill, our guide pointed out windows where lights flickered just a little too regularly — “That one’s always on,” she said, “even when nobody’s home.” I tried to snap a photo but my phone camera caught more glare than ghosts. Honestly, the best part was hearing stories from locals in the group who’d grown up nearby; they added their own weird family tales between sips.

I still think about that lobby in the last bar — high ceilings, creaky floors, and a bartender who looked like he’d seen it all (maybe he had). Even if you don’t believe in ghosts, there’s something about wandering these old streets at night with new friends and half-true stories echoing behind you. It’s not really about being scared; it’s more like getting let in on some secret side of Boston most people miss.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Boston ghost tour and pub crawl

• Pass by King's Chapel cemetery
• Tell stories at Granary Burying Ground
• Enjoy drinks at bar across street
• Walk by Beacon Hill neighborhood
• View historic building and take pictures
• First drinks stop in lobby
• Visit haunted hotel lobby and bar

Top questions

How long is the Haunted Boston Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour?

The tour lasts about 2 to 2.5 hours.

Are drinks included on this Boston ghost pub crawl?

No, drinks are not included; you can buy your own at each bar stop.

What age do you have to be for this tour?

All guests must be 21 or older with valid ID.

Does the tour include stops inside any haunted buildings?

You’ll spend time inside historic bars and hotel lobbies known for their ghost stories.

Is there hotel pickup included?

No hotel pickup; you meet your guide at the starting point near Beacon Hill.

What neighborhoods does the tour visit?

The route includes Beacon Hill and passes by King’s Chapel and Granary Burying Ground.

Can I bring my service animal on this tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this walking tour.

Is public transportation nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to the meeting point.

What’s included

Your evening includes guided walks through Boston’s historic neighborhoods like Beacon Hill, stops inside local bars for drinks (at your own expense), small group storytelling led by a costumed guide, and plenty of tales from haunted sites such as King’s Chapel and Granary Burying Ground before finishing up back near where you started.