Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour
Overview
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2 hours
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Join other adventure seekers and become an apprentice grave digger on an entertaining tour through the darker side of Boston. A scary, fun and informative frightseeing experience that is truly one of a kind.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
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)!
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)!
What‘s Included
Narration by professional tour conductor
Local taxes
Ghost themed trolley tour
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks
Children under the age of 6 are not allowed on the tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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2,487 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Well organized and funny!
Jennifer H,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organized and a humorous , historical tour! There are 3 times we exit the bus, walking and hills involved FYI. Very courteous staff, we enjoyed it!
Excellent
shelleyhY9540UK,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour the guide a as an excellent story teller.
We had a rainy night...
Janet C,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a rainy night which made it appropriate for our Ghost and Graveyard tour. Our guide from Sunday evening on the 7pm tour had a nice balance of ghoulish stories and humor. The bus made it comfortable and warm for all the history we learned!
Hilarious and Hauntingly Good Time
Sunshynne N,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I’ve been on several ghost tours, but the Boston Ghost and Graveyard Tour was in a league of its own, largely thanks to our incredible host, Petunia. She is a natural storyteller who brings Boston’s dark history to life with genuine passion, all while staying perfectly in character from start to finish. Petunia is absolutely hilarious, and her performance turned an informative walk into an unforgettable, high-energy event. I also loved the seamless transition to the second host at the graveyard—her eccentric energy kept the momentum going perfectly, making the whole evening feel like a top-tier one-man show. If you take this tour, you’re in for a treat with Petunia leading the way!
Fun for all including our 11 year old!
275bridgettec,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very fun tour of two of Bostons oldest cemeteries. The tour guides were so into their characters! Our 11 year old had a blast! Thank you!
Nobody tells ghost stories
255maciec,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dr. Atticus Nobody made the experience so fun!
Best Boston Experience!!
Theresa B,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The story and actors are amazing! Bernard was awesome from before the start until after the finish 👏 👌 🙌
Bernard is awesome!
morganbkinney,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience! When we travel to new cities we like to do ghost tours and this is one of the best we have been on. Bernard was our guide and he truly made the experience amazing. Highly recommend this tour.
It is such a good time!...
Amy F,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is such a good time! Wonderful memories made! Perfect weather, beautiful and historic city as the backdrop.. How lucky are we to live in such an important place in history!
gregarious ghouls w/ guffawing
Victoria O,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was great but you have to be willing to lean into it to get the most out of it. Our guide corpse Dr Atticus Nobody was excellent. He had well-timed funny jokes and had us cracking up all night. The local history of Boston was on point and will told by himself and his partner Mateo along with our driver Maverick.
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