3.5(4 reviews)
The Ghosts of Boston's Past Haunted Self-guided Tour
From$5
1h 30m
Commentary: Audio · en
Boston, USA
About this activity
Experience Boston's rich history and haunting tales at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour, featuring iconic landmarks and spine-chilling stories.
Highlights
- Explore Boston's historic streets
- Discover tales of the Boston Massacre
- Visit the iconic Old North Church
- Learn about the Boston Tea Party
- Uncover hidden stories of the Freedom Trail
Full description
This an on demand, smart phone guided haunted walking tour in Boston.
Go to 10 1/2 Beacon Street, press play and put your phone in your pocket. From there you are guided turn by turn along the haunted streets of Boston.
This is best experienced using headphones. Speakers can be used but not recommended.
What makes this tour special?
- You will see over 8 ghostly sites and hear their stories in less than 45 minutes.-
-It's on demand, go anytime, at your own pace, all on the WalknTours app.
- Great bang for your buck.
What will you see?
The most haunted hotel in New England, The old hanging tree where the last witch of Boston was hung, haunted subway, 2 haunted burial grounds, Nathaniel Hawthornes old haunt, the haunted theater and more.
NOTE: Many of these sites have opening hours. This includes the Granary burial ground and Central Burial ground. Hotels and theaters are closed or limited because of COVID. This tour does not go inside these places, only outside.
Included / Excluded
- GPS guided walking tour
- Live tour guide
Itinerary
1
The tour starts here and you'll hear the story of the ghost Nathaniel Hawthorne met. You'll also hear about the scariest book in the world. We do not go inside.
Duration: 3 minAdmission: NO
2
If it's open, you can walk into the Omni Parker Hotel and see the Charles Dickens mirror while looking for the ghost of Tiny Tim.
Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3
Pass by: We will stop at the Granary Burial Ground and hear about it's revolutionary ghost.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
The tour stops at the great elm, also known as the hanging tree, and hears the story of the last witch hung in Boston.
Duration: 2 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5
Pass by: The site of mass burials and the burial ground of the pour and unknown. We will hear the story of resurrection men, ghosts and a little girl that sticks around.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6
We will go underground and search for the ghosts of the Red Coats that haunt the underground.
Duration: 3 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7
The tour ends at one of the most haunted theaters in the USA, the Cutler Majestic. We do not enter.
Duration: 1 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is designed for self-paced exploration; no live guide is provided.
- Audio content is in English; ensure your device supports audio playback.
- The tour is accessible via smartphone; a compatible device is required.
Know before you go
- Ensure your smartphone is fully charged before starting the tour.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for Boston's cobblestone streets.
- Download the tour app and content prior to your visit to avoid data usage.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Traveler reviews
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Good tour
The witch parts were my favorite. Glad I took the tour. Shared with my family. My Only problem was that the tour locked up in the Boston commons and I had to get it back for like 20 minutes
Heidi_dJan 23, 2022VIATOR
Chilly but good
We had a good time and learned a lot about Boston's secret history. I would recommend this tour company.
Morgen GSep 29, 2021TRIPADVISOR
Boston’s dark past!!
This tour went better than expected! I was impressed with the details about boston’s dark history. As a Bostonian, I appreciated the stories behind some of boston’s biggest landmarks.
Damien_DOct 25, 2020VIATOR
Very disappointed
I wish I would have know I didn't need to purchase 3 tickets. We only needed one phone because it was just me & my 2 kids. Waste of money. I just assumed it would be more interactive. Going at night everything is locked up so you can't get the real experience. Not what I was expecting at all.
Audrey_KOct 3, 2020VIATOR