The Ghosts of Boston's Past Haunted Self-guided Tour

4 Reviews3.50 out of 5 stars Based on 4 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures© and TripAdvisor | Boston, USA

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30 to 45 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

10-1/2 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108, USA

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The tour starts at the front door of the Boston Athenaeum at 10 1/2 Beacon Street. Here you will hear the story of a ghost Nathaniel Hawthorne met and wrote about.

End point

Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, 219 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116, USA

The tour ends at one of the most haunted theaters in America, the Cutler Majestic Theater on Tremont street.

Description

Stop At: Boston Athenaeum, 10-1/2 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108, USA

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 minutes

Stop At: Omni Parker House, 60 School St, Boston, MA 02108, USA

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 minutes

Pass By: Granary Burying Ground, Tremont Street, (between Park and School Sreets), Boston, Massachusetts 02108

We will stop at the Granary Burial Ground and hear about it's revolutionary ghost.

Stop At: The Great Elm, Boston, MA 02108, USA

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 minutes

Pass By: Central Burying Ground, Boylston Street, Between Tremont and Church Streets on Boston Common, Boston, Massachusetts 02116

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.

Stop At: Subway, 1122 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115, USA

We will go underground and search for the ghosts of the Red Coats that haunt the underground.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Cutler Majestic Theatre at Emerson College, 219 Tremont St, Boston, Massachusetts 02116

The tour ends at one of the most haunted theaters in the USA, the Cutler Majestic. We do not enter.

Duration: 1 minute

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 30 to 45 minutes (Approx.)
  • Departure Time:
    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    The Ghosts of Boston's Past Haunted Self-guided Tour
    8/30/2020 - 1/3/2026
    Monday - Sunday :12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Return Details:

    Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, 219 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116, USA

What's Included

  • GPS guided walking tour
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • 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

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-222222P8

Reviews

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