Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
Options
Default
Reviews
2,411 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Super fabulous
Kelly M,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Major kudos to the tour people for taking us out in the freezing cold! They were fantastic! Learned lots and had a great time!
The cold Boston night
Tourist15173118672,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide was knowledgeable and funny, the second guy at the last cemetery was speaking low and it was difficult to hear him. Overall it was a good experience
Night Ghost Tour
246nolanr,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Upon arrival at our designated meeting spot, we were informed that our trolley would not arrive for another 30 minutes due to traffic. The staff members were all friendly. However, there was a lack of professionalism and modesty when interacting and speaking with customers. I’m all for having fun and making jokes, but at times it felt unnecessary, forced and even inappropriate. Specifically when we were walking in graveyards and VERY loud laughter could be heard echoing throughout. To be clear, this obnoxious laughter came from staff. As for the stories that were told, they were enjoyable to listen to as a part of a ghostly night tour. If you’re looking for a historically accurate and informational tour about the history/hauntings of the city of Boston, I’d probably avoid this one. After fact checking a few of the stories, it’s apparent that they are hyperbolized. On a more positive note, we were able to walk around graveyards that are normally locked, and see some very cool names and learn information that we may otherwise not have. With that being said, this tour may be perfect for YOU. It just wasn’t the right fit for us.
B-K Ghost Tour
Joseph B,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of fun. Guides (Malachi and Petunia) were both fun and informative. Really enjoyed the stories.
Meh…
N K,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00We have done ghost tours in many cities (St. Augustine, FL was the best) and we’re excited to hear Boston’s ghost stories. Unfortunately, our tour guide was not very good at all. I’m sure my review would be better if we had had a better guide but based on our experience we would not recommend this tour. The guide was just not informative and spent most of the tour trying, unsuccessfully, to be funny.
The dark side of Boston tour
Carole L,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing time!! Bernard and his colleague made the tour!! We enjoyed the interesting historic details while riding and walking through Boston!! We had lots of laughs together as a group too!! Would absolutely do it again!!
It was a great tour with...
Brad H,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great tour with funny moments and a lot of very interesting facts about Boston and people who lived there
Petunia is a master story character after and storyteller.
pamelaf981,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Petunia is an amazing story crafter and teller. The history she shares is exceptionally entertaining! 10 out of 10! Malachi was great as well
Great storytelling
Shannon C,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We’ve done ghost tours in several cities and this is a good one. Well run experience from start to finish. Check in went smoothly. The guides were knowledgeable and great storytellers. Our group of teens and adults all enjoyed it. I would recommend it for anyone 10 or older with the exception of people with mobility issues. Walking around the graveyards at night could be a challenge.
Spooky dookie
Crystal V,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was cold, quirky, wet, and 8:30 p.m. after a long couple of days. I loved every bit of it, from being called a bastard for trying to sneak into an earlier group to pushing through the rain and experiencing a Tony worthy performance by Mateo in a rainy cemetery.
From US$47.20
Want a private experience? Upgrade to a private tour
Related Experiences
Operated by Historic Tours Of America