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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour: Haunted Tour★ 4.46 (2,626) · 2h
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Boston: Haunted Ghost Walking Tour & Dark History Stories★ 4.52 (176) · 1h 30m
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Boston Ghost Tour: Gravestones & Gunpowder Walking TourThis walking ghost tour through Boston's historic district covers a mile of haunted sites including the Old Granary Burial Ground, Boston Common, the Omni Parker House, and the Massachusetts State House, led by a live guide in English. The tour lasts about an hour and includes documented accounts of historic hauntings and intensely researched true stories tied to Boston's Revolutionary War past. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health; moderate fitness is needed for the walking distance.Is it for me?Choose this if you prefer a guided walk through haunted sites rather than a self-guided route—you'll cover about a mile on cobblestones at a steady pace, stopping to hear stories at each location.
Boston Ghost Tour: Death & Dying, Adults-Only HistoryDeath & Dying is an adults-only walking ghost tour through Boston that explores how early Americans dealt with mortality, using the city's oldest graveyards and historic sites as the backdrop. The 90-minute tour visits Boston Common, Granary Burying Ground, and Old South Meeting House with a live English-speaking guide; all fees and taxes are included. This is not a jump-scare experience—it's a deeper look at the dark side of colonial life, grounded in real history and real hauntings.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying in downtown Boston or near the Common without a car—the three sites are within walking distance of each other, and the guide handles the route and the pacing so you don't have to navigate or time the stops yourself.
Boston's Haunted Historic Streets Walking Tour: Local expert guide includedBoston's Haunted Historic Streets Walking Tour is a 90-minute guided walk through downtown Boston that connects four landmark sites—Boston Common, the Massachusetts State House, Boston Athenaeum, and Granary Burying Ground—with the true stories of executions, martyrs, and the signers of the Declaration of Independence who rest there. A live English-speaking guide leads the route on foot, and children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you're comfortable following a live English narrative and want a guide who knows the dark history and details of Boston's oldest graves and execution sites.
Self-Guided Ghost Walking Tour Boston: EMF Reader AppThis self-guided ghost walking tour in Boston uses a smartphone app to lead you turn by turn through haunted locations, with theatrically crafted narration and an EMF reader tool to detect spirits. You start at 10½ Beacon Street and walk past the Granary Burying Ground, Boston Common, the great elm where the last witch was hanged, and the Cutler Majestic Theatre—all on your own schedule. The tour does not enter buildings or burial grounds; you walk the outside gates and streets only. Minimum age is 12; the tour takes 30 to 45 minutes and works on headphones, Bluetooth speakers or your phone speaker.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to move through the ghost stories at your own pace on your phone—you'll navigate turn-by-turn with narration in your ears and use the app's EMF reader to hunt for spirits yourself.
Boston Ghost Tour: Haunted Sites with Local GuideA 90-minute guided walking tour of Boston's most haunted sites, limited to 15 guests, led by a local guide who shares the city's ghost stories and history. You'll visit Faneuil Hall Marketplace, King's Chapel Burying Ground, Boston Common, the Boston Athenaeum, Granary Burying Ground and the Boston Massacre Site. The small group size means conversation instead of a lecture format.Is it for me?The tour is a steady 90-minute walk covering 1.5 miles across downtown Boston, so you'll need moderate fitness and comfortable shoes. If you prefer a slower pace or have mobility concerns, this walking-focused format may not suit your needs, but if you're comfortable on your feet for an hour and a half, the small group size and local guide make the stories stick.
Boston Ghost Tour Cruise: Harbor Islands at NightA 90-minute nighttime ghost tour cruise on Boston Harbor aboard the Northern Lights yacht, where a live guide narrates tales of haunted islands including Castle Island, Spectacle Island, Thompson Island, and others as you pass them. The boat departs from the Ferry Terminal behind the Boston Harbor Hotel; arrive 15–30 minutes early. Children must be at least 14 years old and accompanied by an adult; service animals are permitted, but emotional support animals and pets are not.Is it for me?This tour works well for groups of friends or families with teenagers who want a different take on Boston's history—the ghost stories and island legends keep the pace moving, and you don't have to plan anything beyond showing up at the Ferry Terminal on time.
Boston Ghost Tour Scavenger Hunt: App-Led AdventureAstonishing Ghost Tour is an app-led scavenger hunt through Boston where you and your group answer trivia, solve puzzles, and complete photo challenges at real landmarks and hidden spots around the city. Start at any time without a guide or reservation, work through the hunt in 1.5 to 2 hours at your own pace, and earn points for the best photos. Each player gets an interactive role and receives texted challenges throughout.Is it for me?Start whenever suits your schedule—no reservation needed and no guide to wait for—which means you can begin in the morning, afternoon or evening depending on when your group is free. If you're staying downtown or using public transit, you can launch the hunt from anywhere in Boston and move through the city on foot at your own pace.
Private Ghost Walking Tour Boston: Historic Landmarks After DarkA private ghost walking tour in Boston takes you through the city's oldest neighborhoods after dark, visiting Granary Burying Ground, Boston Common, the Omni Parker House, Cathedral Church, Boston Athenaeum, and a historic courthouse. Your professional guide shares the darker historical legacy tied to each landmark—from public executions to famous figures buried in weathered ground. The tour runs two hours and suits all fitness levels; a guide speaks your choice of English, Spanish, French, German, or Mandarin.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want Boston's darker history told on the streets where it happened, with a guide who knows the city and a private group that sets its own pace through the evening.
Boston Ghost Tour — what to know before booking
This guide compares 11 bookable options for Boston Ghost Tour, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 25. The average rating is 4.6 out of 5, based on 3,673 traveler reviews.
Most options last up to 2 hours. 11 of the 11 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Boston Ghost Tour cost?
Prices start at US$ 25. There are 11 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 11 of the 11 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour: Haunted Tour is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.5 out of 5 across 2,626 reviews.
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