J
Not so haunted
We didn’t care for this it wasn’t as expected. Hardly talked about what was haunted felt more like a history lesson. Wouldn’t recommend.
Haunted Boston Ghost Tours
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $25 / person
- Location
- Boston, United States
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 189 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 35
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Haunted Boston Ghost Tours
- Meeting point
- Our Tour meets in the Boston Common at the entrance to the Central Burying Ground Cemetery on Boylston Street located at 106 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116.
Description
Haunted Boston Ghost Tours, LLC is the oldest ghost walking tour in Boston. Owner, Hillary Kidd, started the company in 2005 as the only tour guide and the company quickly expanded with over 8 tour guides. The concept behind the ghost tours is to tell guests the "darker side of Boston's history" through good, old-fashioned storytelling. The guides do not dress up in costumes, use fake accents, nor rely on theatrics to entertain guests. "Theatrics are not needed when your stories are good, and we tell the entire gamut of creepy stories - ghost stories, haunted locations, murder, the macabre, books bound in human skin; as I like to say, we tell the 'other side' of Boston's history." Haunted Boston Ghost Tours owner, Hillary Kidd
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 18–64)
- $25
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $23
- Child (ages 0–17)
- $21
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Since 2005, Haunted Boston Ghost Tours has shared the enchanting and chilling tales of Boston's most famous ghosts as well as the areas extensive and rich history. Our 90- minute long walking tour takes you through the historic and haunted streets in search of the countless ghosts rumored to haunt the city. Your guide will tell you extraordinary and tragic tales from the founding of Colonial Boston right up to present day. Learn what secrets lay beneath the Boston Common and what untold stories lay within the walls of the Boston Athenaeum. Which historic and well-known hotel is Boston's most haunted?
What's included
Included
Dark tales of Boston's gruesome history.
90 Minute Walking Tour
Distinguished Haunted Boston Guide
Visit several historical and significantly haunted sites!
Not included
Gratuities
Food and Drink
Transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
189 reviews
How it compares in Boston
- Starting price $25 is 49% below the typical $49 for tours of similar length in Boston
Excurgo comparison of 478 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Haunted Boston Ghost Tours take?
Haunted Boston Ghost Tours lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Haunted Boston Ghost Tours cost?
Prices start at $25 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.
What days does Haunted Boston Ghost Tours run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 PM.
How much does Haunted Boston Ghost Tours cost for children?
Children aged 0–17 pay from $21, adults from $25.
Can I cancel Haunted Boston Ghost Tours 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 Our Tour meets in the Boston Common at the entrance to the Central Burying Ground Cemetery on Boylston Street located at 106 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Haunted Boston Ghost Tours 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 35 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(189)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
G
Great tour
Enjoyed the history and the storytelling
K
Fun Kickoff for Boston Trip
Great way to learn some history in a historic town. Our guide Julie was amazing.
J
Recommended!
Darren was an amazing tour guide, he was funny and his stories were interesting. I have to admit I had to sleep with the lights on that night lol
4
Overall a fun tour, just don't expect correct information
Overall a great tour, but about half of the facts were not accurate, such as the location of the boston massacre and the bones in Benjamin Franklin's basement.
P
Meh
Tour guide was very nice, but it just wasn't entertaining, the stories were semi interesting. There was nothing spooky. There was like a 40 minute lecture on Edgar Allen Poe. We left the group halfway through.
J
Haunted tour of Boston
Zach did a great job. The tour was great, he made it informational, historical and through in some jokes. It was a great tour. Weather was perfect. Easy to locate and easy to get an uber from the end of tour. Highly recommend this tour.
K
Excellent tour!
My dad and I signed up for the haunted Boston tour as two people who have lived in Boston our entire lives. We learned spooky/creepy facts about the city that we had never heard before. I would absolutely recommend the tour to Boston natives (and tourists of course) that are looking for something different to do in the fall!
G
Great spooky night!
Rachel was a great guide! We learned a lot about Boston history and had a nice walk through the Commons.
J
Fun tour with a fun guide
I had a great tour with Zach. He was such a fun guide that interacted with us and was great at improv when we asked a million questions.
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