Walk Boston’s most storied—and allegedly most haunted—streets on an entertaining ghost tour that blends dark history, local legends, and plenty of humor. Starting around Boston Common, you’ll hear how the city’s past looks through the harsh lens of Puritan society, alongside chilling tales and notorious characters that still echo through the park. 7PM ONLY.
Along the way, your guide brings Boston’s haunted lore to life with stories of the Swedish Nanny, the Resurrectionists, the Boston Brahmins, the Boston Strangler, “Crazy” Tom Corbett, the Great Elm, “Charlie” on the MBTA, and more. You’ll also pick up practical (and playful) tips on what to do if you think you’ve seen a ghost—then keep the laughs going as you “drink up” the haunted history that makes Boston Common a fan-favorite for paranormal storytelling.
The route includes stops at iconic sites that connect Boston’s past to its ghostly reputation. You’ll visit the Omni Parker House Hotel, often called one of the most haunted hotels in the United States and frequently linked to spooky reports. You’ll also head to the Granary Burying Ground, where key figures connected to the Sons of Liberty are buried, including Paul Revere, John Hancock, and Samuel Adams. Additional stops include the New State House, the Boston Athenaeum, and statues of Mary Dyer and General Hooker—each woven into the night’s stories.
To top it off, expect small prizes for guests and a song at the end—because a haunted tour should be memorable, not miserable. Come curious, come ready to laugh, and dress for Boston’s ever-changing weather.
