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Discover haunted houses and spooky cemeteries during this guided walking tour in Boston. Explore several landmarks tied to the Revolutionary War during this informative and entertaining city stroll. Hear stories about American Patriots and learn about a formative period in Boston’s history during this ghost-themed tour that includes Boston Common, the Old State House, and King’s Chapel Burial Ground.

History, haunts, and hops: that’s what you can expect during this guided walking tour of Boston’s pubs. If the stories are true, then you’ll visit watering holes where ghosts and ghouls roam. Boston’s bloody history is no tall tale: you’ll pass by sites like the King’s Chapel cemetery and Granary Burying Ground to learn about those who died fighting for American independence. This pub crawl is an intoxicatingly good time for history buffs desiring an alternative walking tour.

Salem, Massachusetts: a quaint, sleepy, Puritan settlement where nothing exciting happened...until peculiar things began to frighten the otherwise quiet community, and the fear of witches among them drove the village to its breaking point. Known for the infamous 1692 Witch Trials, Salem offers the unique opportunity to dive into the true history of what actually happened in the very setting where these stories took place. Visit eight significant sites and learn what drove reasonable townsfolk to utter hysteria on this perfectly planned day trip from Boston.

Your expert guide will tell you all about famous murder cases, serial killers, hangings and crazy court cases. Set in one of Boston's now most desirable neighborhoods this full guided tour is a delightful dip into the dark underworld of the city. Meeting at the Massachusetts State House, you'll then head off to get all the gory details about the Boston Strangler, the evidence in the Parkman-Webster trial and much more about notorious cases, and the ones you've never even heard of. Fans of true crime won't want to miss this one!

Explore the best that Boston has to offer on this hop-on hop-off tour of the city. See Boston’s top attractions—like the USS ‘Constitution’ and the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, to name a few—on the loop. Enjoy discounted admission to attractions like the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum with the purchase of your tour.

Experience the best of New England’s marine wildlife on this guided whale-watching cruise around the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Hop on a high-speed catamaran that gets to and from the whales in the least amount of time possible. See humpback and fin whales, plus Atlantic white-sided dolphins with the help of a naturalist guide. The on-board galley offers food and beverages for purchase during the trip.

Combine two attractions Boston has to offer—delicious food and rich history—on this tour that starts in the popular North End and continues along the Freedom Trail. Snack your way through this historic Italian neighborhood, trying fresh bread at a hidden bakery and enjoying an Italian salumeria. Once fortified, walk the Freedom Trail to discover the rich history of the American Revolution and experience the modern city Boston is now.

Hop into a duck boat—renovated World War II amphibious vehicle—for a comprehensive tour of Boston. Pass Boston Common, Quincy Market, and the Celtics' home turf at TD Garden. Then splashdown into the Charles River for a view of the city by boat. Learn all about Boston's history and landmarks as you go.

Join Boston's only award-winning, original, Martha's Vineyard Day Trip! Leave the trouble of driving to someone else and enjoy a day trip to Martha’s Vineyard from Boston. Then, take a short cruise to Martha's Vineyard then enjoy free time to explore or upgrade to add an island tour. Complimentary snacks, bottled water, island guidebooks and a discount card with island perks are provided during the drive.

Relive the most important event leading up to the American Revolution on this guided tour of the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum. Take a journey back in time to the famous Boston Tea Party, an incident that changed the course of American history. It’s more than a stroll through historic artifacts, though. It’s truly one of the top-rated museums in the city of Boston. Explore authentically restored tea ships and throw the fated tea into Boston Harbor.

Travel back in time through the early years of American history during this guided walking tour of Boston’s famous Freedom Trail and its most iconic landmarks. Relive the events of the American Revolution as you pass Faneuil Hall, see the Old and New State Houses, and visit the setting of the infamous Boston Massacre. Then head downtown past Boston Common and the modern John Hancock Tower, finishing in Copley Square. A professional guide joins your trip to help add context.

Enjoy some of the best pizza in Boston on this walking food tour. Stroll through the city’s oldest neighborhoods, including, appropriately, Little Italy on the North End. Walk along the Freedom Trail that leads to 16 historically significant sites, like Paul Revere House, Old North Church, and the USS ‘Constitution,’ to name a few. Visit some of Boston's best pizzerias and enjoy a slice at each. It’s a fun and flavorful way to get to know Boston.

Discover Boston’s top attractions on this comprehensive guided bike tour around the city. See the unique character and charm of each community up close, like the beautiful brownstones in Back Bay and the South End. Visit Boston’s historic North End and pedal past Copley Square and Fenway Park. Cross the Freedom Trail, passing significant locations to United States history.

This is Boston’s premier haunted pub crawl, taking you and your favorite drinking buddies through Beantown’s notorious beginnings and some of the most haunted pubs and restaurants it has to offer. From the ghosts of our Founding Fathers still fighting for their independence to some of the oldest and most notorious cemeteries in the country, you’ll need every drop of liquid courage if you want to relive these sordid tales from the past – let alone walk the blood-stained streets of Boston’s North End. So, grab a Boston Lager, catch a wicked buzz, and see how much haunted history you can stomach with Ghost City Tours. *Entry into establishments is subject to operating hours and availability.

If you're looking for a different, casual and fun way to see the city, we're the tour for you. You'll see that our guides love what they do. While the material at times is dark, there are plenty of laughs. The walk is scenic, and will take you to places most locals don't even know about. Many of our guests say this is the highlight of their trip to Boston.

Discover haunted locations in Boston with this adults-only ghost tour. Meet your guide for a walking tour focused on the haunted history of Boston and go for a city stroll to see popular landmarks including the Granary Burying Ground and Boston Common. Hear stories about death and spirits in the time of Colonial America during this Boston city tour.

Combine horror stories and booze on this haunted small-group pub crawl through Boston. Hear stories about spooky occasions and haunted history in Boston’s past from your guide and hop from pub to pub along the way. Take time to learn about Boston’s architecture and explore four different local bars in the city.

With its centuries of history, it’s no surprise Boston is packed with haunted sights, though they aren’t always easy for visitors to find. On this nighttime ghost tour, follow a guide to some of the city’s most storied landmarks, such as the Granary Burying Ground, Bostom Common, and the Massachusetts State House, and discover the hidden history and spooky sightings associated with each.

Fans of Boston-based TV shows and movies will love this walking tour of Boston Common and Beacon Hill. Step inside the bar where ‘Cheers’ was made famous and see more than 30 filming locations for popular flicks such as ‘Good Will Hunting.’ A local actor serves as your guide and entertains with fun facts about Boston highlights.

Haunted Boston Ghost Tours, LLC is the oldest ghost walking tour in Boston. Owner, Hillary Kidd, started the company in 2005 as the only tour guide and the company quickly expanded with over 8 tour guides. The concept behind the ghost tours is to tell guests the "darker side of Boston's history" through good, old-fashioned storytelling. The guides do not dress up in costumes, use fake accents, nor rely on theatrics to entertain guests. "Theatrics are not needed when your stories are good, and we tell the entire gamut of creepy stories - ghost stories, haunted locations, murder, the macabre, books bound in human skin; as I like to say, we tell the 'other side' of Boston's history." Haunted Boston Ghost Tours owner, Hillary Kidd

Discover the spooky stories behind Boston’s historic places on a self-guided walking tour that lets you explore at your own pace. Turn-by-turn directions lead you through the streets of Boston, from the Boston Athenaeum to the Central Burying Ground, while a narrator shares theatrical tales from the city’s past. Choosing a self-guided tour means experiencing the city on your own terms, with more flexibility than a group excursion offers.

Get to know the haunted history of Boston on this evening walking tour of the downtown area. Follow your guide to some off-the-beaten-path spots that you wouldn't otherwise find and learn about their spooky past. Commentary covers the Boston Strangler, Boston Massacre, and many famous deaths and ghost stories in the city's past. With your leader's guidance, you may even see or photograph paranormal activity in person.

Get to know about Boston’s haunted past and explore at your own pace on this self-guided walking tour. Use the app on your phone and your headphones to learn about Boston’s historical ghost stories and visit a variety of sites whenever you choose to go. Spend more time at places that are interesting for you.