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Ghosts of Boston Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
Duration

1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

5 people

Languages

English

Overview

Most ghost tours in a city start at nighttime and go with a big crowd that can hold you back or move too fast. This Boston Self-Guided Ghost Tour takes you around the city by foot without a group so you can move as quickly or as slowly as you like. Gain access to 60+ historic stories and narrations while you stop at popular Boston landmarks.

  • Explore Boston’s spooky past as you walk to landmarks in the city
  • A self-guided experience allows you to move at your own pace
  • Auto-playing audio is triggered by your phone’s GPS as you walk
  • It’s easy to get started’just download the tour’s app onto your phone

What To Expect

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Boston Athenaeum



The Boston Athenæum is one of the oldest independent libraries in the United States. It is also one of a number of membership libraries, for which patrons pay a yearly subscription fee to use Athenæum services. The institution was founded in 1807 by the Anthology Club of Boston, Massachusetts.

Note: This 2+mile-long tour covers the essentials of Ghost of Boston in 1-2 hours.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Omni Parker House



Built in 1927, the Omni Parker House is a historic hotel in Boston, Massachusetts. The original Parker House Hotel opened on the site on October 8, 1855.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Granary Burying Ground



The Granary Burying Ground in Massachusetts is the city of Boston’s third-oldest cemetery, founded in 1660 and located on Tremont Street.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Central Burying Ground



The Central Burying Ground is a cemetery in Boston, Massachusetts. It was established on the Boston Common in 1756. It is located on Boylston Street between Tremont Street and Charles Street.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Samuel Adams Grave



Town officials set aside for burials part of what was then the Boston Common to help alleviate overcrowding in the nearby King’s Chapel Burying Ground. The Granary Burying Ground took its present name in 1737 when a granary, a small building used to store grain, was moved to the site presently occupied by the Park Street Church. All interments ceased at the Granary in 1880.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

John Hancock’s Grave



John Hancock Grave – Large obelisk marker is fitting of his signature which graced the Declaration of Independence. Obelisk added 100 yrs after death in 1895.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

James Otis’ Grave



James Otis Jr. (February 5, 1725 – May 23, 1783) was an American lawyer, political activist, pamphleteer, and legislator in Boston.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kings Chapel Burying Ground



King’s Chapel Burying Ground is a historic graveyard on Tremont Street, near its intersection with School Street, in Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1630, it is the oldest graveyard in the city and is a site on the Freedom Trail.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Paul Revere’s Grave



Revolutionary War Patriot, Silversmith. He is best remembered for alerting the Colonial militia of the approaching British forces before the battles of Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts on the night of April 18, 1775, as dramatized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s famous poem, “Paul Revere’s Ride.” He was born in Boston, Massachusetts; his father was of French Huguenot descent and a silversmith by trade. At the age of 13, he left school and became an apprentice to his father.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Old State House



The Old State House is a historic building in Boston, Massachusetts. Built in 1713, it was the seat of the Massachusetts General Court until 1798. It is located at the intersection of Washington and State Streets, and is one of the oldest public buildings in the United States.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Boston Massacre Site



The Boston Massacre site marker is located at the intersection of State and Congress Streets in Downtown Boston, outside of the Old State House, a few yards away from where the Massacre took place. The Massacre site has been moved twice, both times from the center of the intersection.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Copp’s Hill Burying Ground



Explore the hidden mysteries of Boston’s history by taking a self-guided ghost tour through Copp’s Hill Burying Ground. Experience the eerie atmosphere as you walk along the haunting pathways and listen to the whispers of the spirits that linger from the past. Prepare to be spooked by the spectral mysteries that await you on this chilling adventure.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you'll get a confirmation email with instructions. Follow the instructions right away: ' Download the separate app ' Enter the password ' Download the tour ' MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular.
  • How to start the tour: 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. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). ' The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. ' Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Walking Tours: couples can share one using headphones.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: ' Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It's perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. ' Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: 'The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. ' Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: ' The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. ' There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: ' Utilize the app's images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: ' After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. ' Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: ' Open the app upon arrival at your destination. ' Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. ' Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. ' Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. ' By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Included/Excluded

  • 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!
  • Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
  • Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
  • Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Durations

1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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