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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.
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
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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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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)!
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
2,434 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
BattleCougar9,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful time on our tour. It’s a perfect mix of spooky tales with the history of Boston. We’ve done many ghost tours across the US and overseas and this one was top notch. Tour guides were super knowledgeable, charismatic and funny. There was a decent amount of walking but nothing crazy and going in the cemeteries after dark was super cool. Definitely recommend


Juliet D,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
You walk around the 2 historical graveyards in Boston. They tell funny stories and interesting factoids about different people who died and famous deaths in the area (back in colonial times mainly).
Judith M,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great atmospheric tour. Really enjoyed the history of the various stops along the way. Lots of walking, so definitely need good comfy walking footwear.







Sharon R,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Absolutely brilliant!!! Fantastic guides, loved the history, we had a really great time!!




David L,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
Super fun and interesting! Guides were informative and really knowledgeable. Wish it was longer but it was a good time.
mallorid769,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
My sister and I didnt stop laughing the host was amazing!
Janelle E,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
The entertainment value is there. The tour guides are funny and entertaining. There isn’t a lot of history or stories covered, though.
Andora S,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
We had a fabulous tour guide, a funny Irishman who told us tales of ghost stories, serial killers, legends and lore. We stopped at the Kings Chapel Burial Ground, Boston’s old city hall, the Old State House, the Boston Stranglers old stomping grounds in Beacon Hill, Boston Commons where hangings and stockades for punishments were, Park Street Church and graveyard, a few patriots graves: Samuel Adam’s, Paul Revere and James Otis and heard stories of the most haunted hotel in Boston, the Omni Hotel. This was so entertaining, historic and fun!!



ANNE M,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
Great experience and nice to have the trolley take us around so that we were warm and well rested when we got to the sites
karena898,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent experience! Highly recommended!
Operated by Historic Tours Of America