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Self Guided Haunted Walking Tour in Portsmouth APP/GPS/EMF Reader

51 Penhallow St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
Duration

40 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

Uncover the sordid history of Portsmouth, New Hampshire as you embark on a self-guided walking tour through the city’s haunted locations. The GPS activates each audio description as you walk past it and informs you of the spooky history of each location. See important landmarks like the Old Red Light District and the African Burial Grounds and listen to spooky tales of ghosts, witches, and murderers.

  • Set your own pace to explore Portsmouth
  • Learn about the spooky history of the city
  • Avoid the hassle of a large group tour
  • Only one tour per group is needed

What To Expect

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111 State Street



This building was originally built in 1814 and has changed hands more times than a sailors eaten a bowl of clam chowder. And that’s most likely due to the ghosts that haunt the joint.

• Admission Ticket Free

177 State Street



This old building dates back to 1815 and in its heyday it once housed one of most popular brothels in the city.

• Admission Ticket Free

222 Court St



Built in 1749, this is pre-revolutionary building is one of the oldest still standing in Portsmouth. Below its foundation once ran the underground tunnel system that secretly connected many of the buildings in Portsmouth.

• Admission Ticket Free

African Burying Ground Memorial



The burial ground is said to be the largest of its kind in the United states and it’s believed that over 200 people from the African American community were buried here.

3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

401 State Street



Originally built in 1785 The Rockingham was once one of the most prestigious hotels in New England. It welcomed the likes of presidents Franklin Roosevelt, JFK, Ulysses Grant and the author Mark Twain.

• Admission Ticket Free

John Paul Jones House, part of the Portsmouth Historical Society



Originally built in 1758 the old John Paul Jones house holds more ghosts than a than a Maine boat holds lobsters.

Some say old John Paul Jones lingers in the room he once slept.

Others have seen an angry spirit opening cabinets and slamming doors.

• Admission Ticket Free

The Music Hall



Over the past century world renowned acts have graced its halls including the magician Harry Houdini, gun swinging Buffalo Bill Cody and that clever fella Mark Twain.

The shows were so good that the ghosts decided to stick around.

• Admission Ticket Free

56 Market St



The Brewery is not only one of the best spots in Portsmouth to get a drink and a burger while in town.

It’s also haunted by a flirty ghost of the night.

• Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Included/Excluded

  • Smartphone Guided Walking tour on the WalknTours app
  • Recap tour you can take after taking the in person tour

Durations

40 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)

Tour's Location

51 Penhallow St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
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