Boston Ghosts & Gravestones at Old Town Trolley stop #1

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.