Where to Go After Dark: The 6 Best Boston Ghost Tours

1.Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,413 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $47Our pick

Ride Boston’s Trolley of the Doomed with a costumed grave digger, then walk through Copp’s Hill and Granary Burying Grounds. Hear dark tales tied to Cotton Mather, the Boston Strangler, the Boston Massacre, and Revolutionary heroes. Guides such as Petunia Pickman, Dr. Atticus Nobody, and Mercy bring the stories to life. Expect a PG-13 tone and plenty of walking.

“Mercy was amazing!!! The tour was a perfect mix of cemetery’s and stories. The creepy music set the tone and I appreciated Mercys dedication to the stories. She answered my teenage daughter’s questions and asked her to help (which she loved and made her feel special)”

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2.1.5-Hour Ghosts and Gravestones Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 654 reviews · 1h 30m · from $52

Ride through Boston with a theatrical 17th-century gravedigger, then walk Copp’s Hill and Granary Burying Grounds after dark. Hear tales of grave robbing, murder, the Boston Strangler, and famous Bostonians including John Hancock, Paul Revere, and Samuel Adams. Guides such as Bernard, Lyle, Aspen, and Lily Winters keep the history lively, spooky, and funny.

“This tour was AMAZING, due in huge part to the guides. Our specific guide, Aspen, was so lovely. She was so animated, dressed up for the tour, and incredibly knowledgable. She brought amazing energy to the tour and elevated this from a simple tour to an EXPERIENCE.”

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3.Ghosts of Boston Night-Time Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 267 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Start at Boston Common at 8 p.m. for a 90-minute walk through four historic sites, including the Old State House, King’s Chapel, and Granary Burying Ground. Expect American history, ghost lore, and guides such as Kim, Justin, Beth, or Bridget. Cemetery access is not included, so you hear the stories from outside the gates.

“Loved that this was our first tour in Boston! It was a good blend of history and ghost stories . If you are looking for a different twist on Boston history, this is your tour!!”

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4.Salem by Boat – Witch Trials & Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 263 reviews · from $129

Take the Salem Ferry from Boston, then walk through Salem with an English-speaking guide in a group of up to 14. Visit the Salem Witch Museum Sunday through Thursday or Real Pirates Friday and Saturday, see the Witch Trial Memorial, Burying Point, Witch House, Ropes Mansion, and Bewitched Statue, then enjoy free time for lunch and shopping.

“Stephanie was great and very knowledgeable. I enjoyed all the information given. Enjoyed the day.”

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5.Boston “Death and Dying” Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 223 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

This 90-minute, English-language evening walk follows Boston’s darker stories from 24 Beacon Street to Granary Burying Ground. Expect tales of the Boston Tea Party, restless spirits, hangings, pirates, and famous residents such as Paul Revere and John Hancock. Guides including Katherine, Jay, Nate, and Kimmy bring different levels of humor and drama.

“We left after 30 minutes. This would probably be a good tour with a more experienced guide. After hearing “umm” for the 10th time in a single sentence, we had to bail. She brought her boyfriend on the tour, announced that people should feel free to smoke and vape on the tour (this is whatever, it was just weird because it was Halloween and there were dozens of children walking by at every moment). As we gathered to hear about a statue, the group covered the whole street so pedestrians were forced to walk into the road with oncoming traffic to avoid us. The guide did not notice or mention…”

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6.Haunted Boston Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 155 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36Best value

Join a costumed English-speaking guide such as Shannon, Olivia, Cayd, or Nadia for a small-group evening walk through old Boston. Hear ghost tales at King’s Chapel, Granary Burying Ground, Beacon Hill, and the Omni Parker House, with pub stops where you buy your own drinks. You must be 21 or older.

“Shannon was fantastic! She kept the tour light, fun and was very educational. She is a wonderful orator and performer. 5 stars!”

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