Underground Boston Ghost Tours: Gravestones & Gunpowder

Uncover the Paranormal on a Boston Ghost Tour.

Embark on a ghost tour that will leave you breathless, and perhaps not alone.

On our Boston Ghost Tour, your guide will share stories from the beyond.

Walk the path of legends and ghosts as we delve into the supernatural history of our town.

Explore Boston Ghostly Legends on Our Tour.

Our guides will tell stories that will make you want to know more about Boston haunted past.

Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our haunted tour.

Prepare to be spooked on a guided tour of our city's most haunted and harrowing sites.

Hear Haunted Histories on Our Boston Ghost Tour.

Discover the hidden narratives that shaped our world through our enlightening history tours.

Learn more about Boston as you explore each location on our haunted tour.

From ancient civilizations to modern revolutions – join us to explore history's tapestry.

Duration1h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 35 travelers

Overview

Join us for a spine-tingling adventure through Boston's historic district on our captivating walking ghost tour. Led by an expert local guide, this tour intertwines history and hauntings, offering an entertaining and informative journey. As you stroll along cobblestone streets, you'll visit haunted locations filled with chilling tales and ghostly legends, bringing Boston’s haunted history to life.

Delve into the city’s tumultuous past, where treason and war ignited revolution. Uncover shocking stories at sites like the Old Granary Burial Ground and the Omni Parker House, where tormented souls and restless spirits linger. Each stop reveals a piece of Boston's dark history, making you question the very ground you walk upon.

This mile-long walking tour takes you to Boston's most haunted sites, including Boston Common and the Cathedral Church of St. Paul. As you listen to eerie accounts of the past. Join us for an unforgettable evening of history, mystery, and the thrill of the unknown.

What's included

Documented accounts of historic hauntings
Professional and Courteous Guides
Intensely researched true stories of history

Food/Drink
Motorized Transportation

What to expect

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Start the tour at one of Boston's oldest hotels, the Omni Parker House is steeped in haunted history. Guests and staff have reported eerie encounters, including the lingering presence of the hotel's founder, Harvey Parker, who is said to roam the halls, ensuring his guests are well cared for—even from beyond the grave.
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This historic cemetery is the final resting place of many famous figures from the American Revolution. Among the ancient tombstones, visitors have reported strange orbs, shadowy figures, and the unsettling feeling of being watched, as the spirits of the past seem to linger in this sacred ground.
Boston Common
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As America's oldest public park, Boston Common has a dark past that includes public hangings and duels. The ghostly apparitions of those executed here are said to wander the grounds at night, with sightings of misty figures and disembodied voices adding to the park's eerie atmosphere.
The Cathedral Church of Saint Paul
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This historic church has been a site of worship since the early 1800s, but it's also known for its spectral visitors. Mysterious sounds and shadowy figures have been reported, with some believing the spirits of former parishioners remain, drawn back to the church in death.
Massachusetts State House
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Overlooking Boston Common, the Massachusetts State House has a haunted reputation tied to its Revolutionary War history. Some say the spirits of soldiers and politicians roam the halls, with ghostly footsteps and unexplained cold spots felt by those who work late into the night.
Boston Athenaeum
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This historic library is home to more than just rare books. Visitors have reported seeing ghostly figures among the stacks and feeling an unshakable sense of being watched, particularly near the portrait of George Washington, which is rumored to be haunted by a former librarian.
John Adams Courthouse
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The John Adams Courthouse, steeped in legal history, is rumored to be haunted by the spirits of those who faced justice within its walls. Echoes of past trials and ghostly apparitions have been reported, with some visitors feeling an eerie presence in the courtrooms.
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King's Chapel is one of Boston's oldest churches, with a burial ground that dates back to 1630. The cemetery is said to be haunted by restless spirits, including a mysterious "Black Minister" who is occasionally seen wandering among the gravestones at dusk.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our guide will meet you across the street from the Dunkin' Donuts at the entrance to the Boston Commons near the Visitors Center. Your guide will be wearing a black US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.

End point

Our guide will meet you across the street from the Dunkin' Donuts at the entrance to the Boston Commons near the Visitors Center. Your guide will be wearing a black US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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