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Suffolk County
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Boston
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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Tour
2 h
About this activity
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)!
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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)!
Included
- Ghost themed trolley tour
- Narration by professional tour conductor
- Local taxes
- Entry/Admission - Ghosts & Gravestones
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Instant Confirmation
- Parental guidance is recommended for children under 13, as there are stories of murder and mayhem that may not be appropriate for young children
- 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
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
85%
Original
65%
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Apart from the fantastic costumes of the guides and the odd picture on the trolley bus, there was no reference to Ghosts, the Graveyards were interesting to a point but I expected a bit more 'Ghost' as well as Graveyards, it was a few days before Halloween after all! The local streets were spookier.
Great fun and educational!
This tour was really good. Stella was a great guide and even had to deal with some very unruly older couples! Handled it like a boss. Carried on.
This was the adventure we were all looking forward to the most and so glad we saved for last. This was so fun and our guide Betty was amazing. We learned so much about the haunted history of Boston and best of all, we laughed like crazy. My favorite part was screaming at people on the streets. OMG so much fun. I highly recommend you go on this tour, you won't be disappointed.