Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour
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4.4 (2094)
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EUR 42.00

2 hours


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English

Overview

Boston’s original “frightseeing” tour is an evening of fear and fun. Climb aboard the Trolley of the Doomed for an experience unlike any other. Uncover Boston’s darkest secrets and hear the stories of those lost souls who many locals believe still wander the streets and alleys of this historic town.

Learn about some of the city’s most sinister characters, from Albert DeSalvo, better known as the Boston Strangler, to Jane Toppan, aka Jolly Jane, one of the most prolific serial killers in American history.

Walk through two of the oldest burial grounds in Boston, including Old Granary, the final resting place for many notable Revolutionary War-era patriots like Samuel Adams, John Hancock and Robert Treat Paine, plus Paul Revere and the five victims of the Boston Massacre. Also, visit the site of the biggest grave-robbing scandal in New England’s history.

Come with an open mind and see if any ghosts appear. It’s a ride on the dark side.

Operated by

Historic Tours Of America

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Spooky fun!

Climber17966388979, Apr 2025

My 13 and 16 year olds and I just got back from taking this tour and we really enjoyed it! It was informative without being too wordy, long enough that we felt like we got our money's worth, but not too long. And just the right amount of corny jokes. Would definitely recommend.

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10/10!

Nomad22531212076, Apr 2025

This was amazing! Malachi was my tour guide and they were amazing. I was that one Jewish boy who asked for a photo. would 100% go again!

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Great tour

John M, Apr 2025

The actors were on point . The bus ride was great through town, They were on time and ran like a well oiled machine. I would do it again

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Pleasure with a dark side by Petunia

Jeff_J, Apr 2025

Petunia was great - history and entertainment in one package. She added to the experience by giving us an engaging experience from start to finish!!!!

Itinerary

  • Ghosts & Gravestones Tour Boston

    Step aboard the trolley of the doomed and join your host, a 17th-century grave digger, cursed with a sentence of eternal damnation. This wretched creature is doomed to travel the streets of Boston and relay the stories of the unfortunate souls he encountered and the macabre events he had been witness to during his purgatory.

    Hear about Boston's most sinister characters - from the Angel of Death to the king of all killers - the Boston Strangler. Learn about all the haunts that call the "Hub" their home. But that's not all! Step inside two of the oldest burying grounds in Boston for a walking tour you will never forget. Learn the significance of much of the imagery found in these 17th century burial grounds and the famous and not so famous (but even more interesting) occupants therein.

    Visit Copp's Hill Burying Ground in the North End, nestled atop the tallest point in one of Boston's oldest historic districts. Here you will visit the final resting place of Cotton Mather, a man famous for his "intimate" involvement with the Salem Witch Trials. Then to the Granary Burying Ground where you will visit the final resting places of many of the famous heroes of the American Revolution including John Hancock, Paul Revere and Samuel Adams.

    Remember that half of the tour is walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended (so you don't become "dead" on your feet)!

    2 hours
    Admission Included
  • Old Town Trolley Tours of Boston

    Step aboard the trolley of the doomed and join your host, a 17th-century grave digger, cursed with a sentence of eternal damnation. This wretched creature is doomed to travel the streets of Boston and relay the stories of the unfortunate souls he encountered and the macabre events he had been witness to during his purgatory.

    Hear about Boston's most sinister characters - from the Angel of Death to the king of all killers - the Boston Strangler. Learn about all the haunts that call the "Hub" their home. But that's not all! Step inside two of the oldest burying grounds in Boston for a walking tour you will never forget. Learn the significance of much of the imagery found in these 17th century burial grounds and the famous and not so famous (but even more interesting) occupants therein.

    Visit Copp's Hill Burying Ground in the North End, nestled atop the tallest point in one of Boston's oldest historic districts. Here you will visit the final resting place of Cotton Mather, a man famous for his "intimate" involvement with the Salem Witch Trials. Then to the Granary Burying Ground where you will visit the final resting places of many of the famous heroes of the American Revolution including John Hancock, Paul Revere and Samuel Adams.

    Remember that half of the tour is walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended (so you don't become "dead" on your feet)!

    2 hours
    Admission Included
  • Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

    Pass Boston Tea Party Ships

  • Granary Burying Ground

    Walk through Granary Burying Ground

    10 minutes
  • Copp's Hill Burying Ground

    Visit Copp's Hill Burying Ground in the North End, nestled atop the tallest point in one of Boston's oldest historic districts. Here you will visit the final resting place of Cotton Mather, a man famous for his "intimate" involvement with the Salem Witch Trials. Then to the Granary Burying Ground where you will visit the final resting places of many of the famous heroes of the American Revolution including John Hancock, Paul Revere and Samuel Adams.

    10 minutes
  • North End

    Hear about Boston's most sinister characters - from the Angel of Death to the king of all killers - the Boston Strangler. Learn about all the haunts that call the "Hub" their home. But that's not all! Step inside two of the oldest burying grounds in Boston for a walking tour you will never forget. Learn the significance of much of the imagery found in these 17th century burial grounds and the famous and not so famous (but even more interesting) occupants therein.

    15 minutes
  • Historic Tours of America - Boston

    Hear about Boston's most sinister characters - from the Angel of Death to the king of all killers - the Boston Strangler. Learn about all the haunts that call the "Hub" their home. But that's not all! Step inside two of the oldest burying grounds in Boston for a walking tour you will never forget. Learn the significance of much of the imagery found in these 17th century burial grounds and the famous and not so famous (but even more interesting) occupants therein.

    2 hours
    Admission Included
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Location

Address

200 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110, USA

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Experience

Highlights

  • Ghosts and Gravestones Tour
  • Step aboard the trolley of the doomed and join your host, a 17th-century grave digger
  • Step inside two of the oldest burying grounds in Boston
  • Visit Copp's Hill Burying Ground, the final resting place of Cotton Mather, a man famous for his "intimate" involvement with the Salem Witch Trials
  • Inclusions

    • Narration by professional tour conductor
    • Local taxes
    • Ghost themed trolley tour

    Exclusions

    • Gratuities
    • Hotel pickup and drop off
    • Food and drinks
    • Children under the age of 6 are not allowed on the tour

    Additional Information

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Instant Confirmation
    • When booking, and for contact purposes only, please enter a local Boston hotel phone number or a cell phone number you can be reached on
    • Children under 6 years of age are not allowed on this tour

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    from
    EUR 42.00