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Great Tour
Paul was a great guide! He had great anecdotes and made it fun!
Boston’s Haunted Historic Streets Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $34 / person
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 193 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- In front of the Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial. (Near the corner of Beacon St and Park St).
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Immerse yourself in the ghostly mysteries of Boston’s historic streets. History, heroism, and horror surround you on this walking tour of Boston’s strangest sites. You will see Boston Common through a new lens and explore the sites of pivotal moments in America’s birth while listening to tales of death both heroic and senseless.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Home to the “hanging tree,” where early executions took place
Site of martyr Mary Dyer’s statue
Where Nathaniel Hawthorne first saw a reverend ghost
Final resting place for three signers of the Declaration of Independence.
Oldest cemetery in Boston
Highlights
Professional, entertaining, local English-speaking guide
What's included
Included
Professional, entertaining, local English-speaking guide
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
4.6
193 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does Boston’s Haunted Historic Streets Walking Tour take?
Boston’s Haunted Historic Streets Walking Tour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Boston’s Haunted Historic Streets Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $34 per person for this Boston experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Boston’s Haunted Historic Streets Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is In front of the Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial. (Near the corner of Beacon St and Park St). . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Boston’s Haunted Historic Streets Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Boston’s Haunted Historic Streets Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 193 verified reviews; it is run by ExperienceFirst. Most-mentioned highlights: Professional, entertaining, local English-speaking guide.
Reviews(193)
J
Great tour! would recommend
Guide was very knowledgeable and funny
M
not a haunt tour really.
this was advertised as a Haunted tour but there was little that was about haunts. the tour could have been held during the day when it was warmer, the night walk wasnt really effective.
Operator response
HI Melodie, Thanks for reaching out. We appreciate your feedback and will definitely take what you said under consideration. We always strive for the best possible experience for our guests. Thank you!
M
Fun night with Charlie
Charlie is incredibly knowledgeable about Boston’s history, easygoing and picks up on the mood and pace of the group — even the youngest members with the shortest legs (and most questions)! My 9 year old loved this tour and stayed up *way* past his bedtime, simply enraptured by Charlie’s stories. Bonus points for accuracy without silly made-up-stuff … real history can be (and often is) just as horrific/spooky as tall tales!
Operator response
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Charlie made the tour so engaging for your whole family, especially your 9-year-old. It’s great to know the stories kept everyone captivated, even past bedtime! We also really appreciate your kind words about the focus on real history. Thanks again for joining us!
P
Enthusiastic Paul with...
Enthusiastic Paul with extensive historical knowledge provided in an engaging and fun way. Would recommend.
Operator response
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed Paul’s enthusiasm and deep historical knowledge. It’s great to hear you had a fun and engaging experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
R
Great way to learn about Boston on a first visit!
We did this tour on the first night of our visit to Boston and it was a fun and engaging way to learn some history. Our guide Paul was friendly and captivating. Our teens enjoyed it! While there were some stories that may be considered spooky and didn’t leave the tour feeling like it was a haunted tour. Either way, we enjoyed it!
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad you enjoyed your first night in Boston and that Paul made the tour fun and engaging. It’s great to hear your teens had a good time too! We also appreciate your feedback on the level of spookiness. Thanks again for joining us!
S
Great tour!
Ben was our tour guide and he was amazing and very knowledgeable. It was a great mix of history and spooky. Definitely recommend this tour!
Operator response
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and that Ben made it a memorable experience. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon!
3
Great experience
Great tour, valuable information, nice walk! Great tour, valuable information, nice walk! Great tour, valuable information, nice walk! Great tour, valuable information, nice walk!
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Operator response
Thank you so much!
A
Fabulous Tour!
Paul was amazing!!! Spooky stories and a fun night out with a local Bostonian. He had such character and was a great storyteller!
Operator response
Thank you - couldn't agree more Paul is such a character, truly one of the best tour guides in Boston!
B
Good tour to learn a bit about Boston's history.
While I love hearing about history, I expected to hear more haunted stories and see more haunted places. The tour started off slow. I would've liked to see the cemeteries that were nearby.
Operator response
Thanks for the feedback!
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