Boston Ghosts & Gravestones

About this experience

Boston Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour Explore Boston's darkest secrets on this spine-chilling trolley tour through the city's most haunted locations. Led by costumed guides, this 1.5-hour evening experience takes you to historic burial grounds nearly 400 years old, where true tales of crime, restless spirits and local legends come to life in the shadows. Your journey through Boston's haunted past includes visits to King's Chapel Burying Ground and Copp's Hill Burying Ground, two of the city's three oldest cemeteries. At King's Chapel, you'll discover the mysterious Strangers Tomb and learn about the souls said to haunt these ancient grounds. Copp's Hill holds the grave of Cotton Mather from the Salem Witch Trials, whilst you'll also pass Granary Burying Ground, final resting place of Paul Revere and members of Benjamin Franklin's family. The tour stops at the notorious Omni Parker House hotel, where unexplained lights, ghostly sounds and tales of guests who never checked out have earned it a place in Boston's supernatural folklore. Your guide shares authentic accounts of the Boston Strangler and other crimes that left permanent marks on the city's history. What is Included Guided trolley ride through key locations and cemeteries Costumed storytellers and access to historic burial sites 1.5 hours of true crime stories and ghost tales Visits to two of Boston's three oldest burial grounds Good to Know Tours run Thursday to Sunday at 6pm, 7pm, 8pm and 9pm. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time. This experience is recommended for ages 13 and above due to the content and late evening hours. Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking on uneven ground in cemeteries and historic areas. Dress warmly for chilly evenings spent outdoors. Service animals are permitted with 24 hours advance notice. If you're fascinated by Boston's supernatural side, consider exploring more of the city's mysterious past with a Salem witch trials tour or discover the broader history on a comprehensive Boston historical walking tour during daylight hours.

Highlights

• This guided trolley tour will take you to some of Boston's most haunted locations and landmarks in the city’s darkest corners
• Learn about the gruesome legend of the Boston Strangler told by a 17th-century gravedigger, your tour guide of the night
• Visit 2 of the 3 oldest, almost 400-years-old, cemeteries of Boston and explore the legends behind them
• Get a chance to wander around King’s Chapel Burying Ground and learn about the haunting of King’s Chapel’s Strangers Tomb
• Pay a visit to the Copp’s Hill Burying Ground and the Granary Burying Ground, two of the oldest cemeteries in Boston
• Dare to visit Boston’s most haunted hotel - The Omni Parker House, which shelters unworldly permanent residents.

What is included

• Guided trolley tour Visit to Omni Parker House Hotel

Not included

• Gratuities

Before you go

This tour is recommended for ages 13 and above Service animals permitted with advance notice Wear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven surfaces Tours operate Thursday to Sunday at 6pm 7pm 8pm and 9pm Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. Within 24 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.