About this experience
Come along on this adults-only tour of some of the locations connected to Boston's criminal past. On this true crime tour of Boston, we will explore everything from serial killers to the Boston Marathon Bombing to tragic family disputes.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Professional and knowledgeable local guide
- Thoroughly researched and accurate history
Not included
- Food and drink
Itinerary and highlights
The Ether monument in Boston Public Garden tells the tale of the first female serial killer.
Learn about the terror of the days and weeks surrounding the Boston Marathon Bombing and the bravery that it inspired.
Discover the horrifying tale of the notorious Craiglist Killer at one of his haunts.
Learn about the occasionally macabre history of grave robbing. In the 18th and 19th centuries, cemeteries were frequently raided for less sinister purposes. The truth will be revealed at this graveyard.
Learn about the Hitchhiker Killer, a 1970s serial killer who terrorized Boston for 8 months.
The Parkman family, who have an amazing tale of debt and death, inspired the naming of this bandstand.
Investigate this location, the scene of a suicide attempt that was the result of intrigue, forgeries, and family strife.
View the structure where Charles Ponzi started the fraud that eventually bore his name.
The youngest serial killer in American history was tried in this courthouse.
Explore the tragic tale of the woman who, along with three other women, was put to death for violating unfair anti-Quaker laws at the Mary Dyer statue.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet your tour guide in front of the George Washington statue in Boston Public Garden. Your guide will be wearing a black US Ghost Adventures shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Boston Ghosts By Us Ghost Adventures
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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