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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
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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)!
2,348 reviews
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Kristy L,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
Petunia is entertaining, and her storytelling is captivating! We highly recommend this tour. There is some uphill walking involved, but it is absolutely worth it!
Jessica B,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
It was an amazing experience. My son had a blast. The people were very nice and helpful. Would definitely do this again.
William H,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
Guide was friendly, but hard to understand, he just talked too fast. Weather was cold and rainy, it made the setting more appealing but made it hard to see out of the window, which would’ve been nice to see since the guide referred to several things that would’ve been seen if we could’ve viewed it out of the window.
Stephanie G,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
Great ghost stories and history, tour guide was fun and kept you engaged. Easy to get to and would recommend.
Carrol R,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
Our problem was the guide couldn't be understood and she was off the subject frequently. Also kept swinging around the bus handles.
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