Embark on a self-guided audio walking tour of Boston’s haunted sites. Explore dark graveyards, spooky sightings, and haunted houses in this historic city.
Embark on a self-guided audio walking tour of Boston’s haunted sites. Explore dark graveyards, spooky sightings, and haunted houses in this historic city.
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Boylston Street - Begin your ghostly journey through Boston at Boylston Street Station, a seemingly ordinary landmark with a notably dark history. During its construction, workers unearthed numerous bodies in unmarked graves. Subsequently, the site experienced a series of unfortunate and sometimes fatal incidents.
The tour spans over 2.5 miles,…
- Boylston Street - Begin your ghostly journey through Boston at Boylston Street Station, a seemingly ordinary landmark with a notably dark history. During its construction, workers unearthed numerous bodies in unmarked graves. Subsequently, the site experienced a series of unfortunate and sometimes fatal incidents.
The tour spans over 2.5 miles, featuring more than 40 audio stories, and takes approximately 1-2 hours to complete.
- Central Burying Ground - This is where the unmarked bodies from Boylston Street Station were relocated. It also serves as the final resting place for Boston’s less desirable deceased, including British soldiers. Visitors often report an overwhelming and inexplicable sense of unease, as if something dreadful is imminent…
- Boston Common - While Boston Common appears to be a charming park in the city’s heart, it has a history of grim events. In the 1600s and 1700s, an old elm tree here was used for public hangings. Some believe the spirits of those executed remain, including a woman who allegedly roams the park at night, searching for lost children.
- Boston Athenaeum - Despite its beautiful exterior, the Boston Athenaeum harbors some unsettling secrets. Among its collection is a book bound in human skin. The Athenaeum is also said to be haunted by the ghost of a Harvard librarian, reportedly seen by author Nathaniel Hawthorne.
- Granary Burying Ground - Established in 1660, this is one of Boston’s oldest cemeteries, containing the graves of famous revolutionaries and thousands of unmarked graves. In the 1800s, the cemetery was rearranged for aesthetic reasons, but some suggest this disturbance angered those without gravestones.
- Samuel Adams Grave - Samuel Adams, a notable resident of the Granary Burying Ground, is better known in Boston as a revolutionary hero and a signer of the Declaration of Independence, rather than for the beer bearing his name.
- Paul Revere’s Grave - Known for his “Midnight Ride,” Paul Revere is buried in the Granary Burying Ground. His grave is rumored to be haunted, not by Revere, but by his friend Dr. Joseph Warren, who is said to guard the site.
- John Hancock’s Grave - John Hancock’s grave marks the resting place of this famous Declaration of Independence signer. Legend has it that Hancock was buried with valuable rings, tempting grave robbers. But did they actually disturb his grave?
- James Otis’ Grave - James Otis may not be the most famous resident here, but his role in the creation of the United States is significant. Known for the phrase “taxation without representation is tyranny,” Otis’ spirit is said to linger, though the reason remains unclear.
- King’s Chapel Burying Ground - Older than the Granary Burying Ground, this cemetery was established in 1630, making it the city’s oldest. Local legends speak of a man buried alive here, and at night, visitors claim to hear scratching sounds from his coffin.
- Omni Parker House - Built in 1927, the Omni Parker House is considered Boston’s most haunted hotel. Reports of supernatural events include mirrors fogging up and spectral figures appearing at the foot of guests’ beds. Each floor seems to have its own spirits, reflecting the hotel’s long history of misfortune.
- Old State House - Constructed in 1713, the Old State House is not traditionally haunted but is said to contain a cursed artifact—a figurehead linked to multiple shipwrecks.
- Boston Massacre Site - Granite markers denote the site of the 1770 Boston Massacre, where five men were killed by British soldiers during a protest. They became American heroes at a great cost. Some report hearing cries of pain from this spot late at night.
- Pilot House Park - At the former site of the Pilot House, visitors claim the sailors who once relaxed here never left. Sounds of card games, laughter, and conversation are heard even when the area is empty.
- Old North Church & Historic Site - A key historical site, the Old North Church is where Paul Revere requested a lantern signal to warn of the British approach: “One if by land, two if by sea.” It sits atop a crypt with restless spirits.
- Copp’s Hill Burying Ground - The final stop on the tour, Copp’s Hill Burying Ground, was for Boston’s everyday citizens. While ghost sightings are rare, visitors often feel an inexplicable unease. The tour ends here, but Boston offers more for those wishing to continue exploring.
- Emerson Colonial Theater - The historic Emerson Colonial Theatre, Boston’s oldest continuously operating theater, has hosted legendary Broadway premieres.
- USS Constitution Museum - Discover the USS Constitution Museum, where history is brought to life through exhibits about “Old Ironsides” and its heroic naval legacy.
- Cocoanut Grove Lane - Remember the Cocoanut Grove, the site of Boston’s tragic 1942 nightclub fire that led to significant advances in fire safety laws.
- Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston - The Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston’s iconic luxury hotel, is renowned for its grand architecture and over a century of timeless elegance.
- South End South Burying Ground - Explore the South End Burying Ground, one of Boston’s oldest cemeteries, rich with history and stories from the city’s early days.
- The Eliot Hotel - Experience The Eliot Hotel, a historic boutique hotel in Boston’s Back Bay, celebrated for its timeless charm and elegant accommodations.

- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive…
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Explore Boston’s historic neighborhoods and discover the tales of restless spirits still lingering there—from the unfortunate victims of a gas explosion at Boylston Station who are said to burn eternally, to a ghostly woman in Boston Common who lures children into the shadows. Wander through eerie graveyards where bodies have been relocated, exhumed, or…
Explore Boston’s historic neighborhoods and discover the tales of restless spirits still lingering there—from the unfortunate victims of a gas explosion at Boylston Station who are said to burn eternally, to a ghostly woman in Boston Common who lures children into the shadows. Wander through eerie graveyards where bodies have been relocated, exhumed, or lost, and uncover the stories of their restless souls.
After booking, check your email to download the Tour Guide App by Action. Enter your unique password to access your tour. Ensure you have a reliable internet/Wi-Fi connection for these steps. Then, simply follow the audio instructions and the designated route.
Purchase once and enjoy for a full year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
Please note, this is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Verify opening hours before your visit.
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- For the best experience, bring headphones/earbuds for your walking tour.
- For the best experience, make sure your device meets these requirements: iPhones running iOS 13 or newer, and Android devices with version 9 or newer. For iPads or tablets, only models with GPS and cellular connectivity are recommended for navigation.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.