Boston Ghosts of Christmas Past
Take a haunted holiday stroll through Boston’s historic district, where the spirits of Christmas’s dark past rise nightly to offer spooky season greetings.
Join Boston Ghosts of Christmas Past to experience the horrors of Boston’s early days and learn the true meaning of “surviving the holidays.”
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Boston Ghosts of Christmas Past
Did you know that in colonial times, Christmas was banned in Boston? What the 17th century lacked in the holiday spirit, they made up for in permanent ones that never shy away from a celebration. Venture with Boston Ghosts of Christmas Past to explore Christmas before it was commercial and meet the ghosts that offer creepy vibes to holiday cheer. From Christmas executions to the disaster that birthed Boston’s biggest Christmas tradition, get a firsthand look at what the holidays meant in Beantown and why the ghosts of the city’s dismal times are never far from a good Christmas mixer.
Meeting location: All tours meet at 139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02118. Across the street from the Dunkin Donuts at the entrance to the Boston Commons
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Pet Policy: Pets are welcome!
Alcohol Policy: No Drinking Permitted
Adults Only: Yes
Where to Meet, Park, and Directions
All tours meet at 139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02118.
Across the street from the Dunkin Donuts at the entrance to the Boston Commons
Jessica L
We had an amazing tour with our guide Rachael! She was super knowledgeable, fun and a great story teller!!!!
Mike Gorreck
Rachael was awesome! Knowledgeable, witty, a terrific storyteller. It was a typical spring night in New England, 30’s, rainy and windy. Rachael made...
Brandon Little
Rachel was awesome and so knowledgeable! Had a great time despite the very cold and windy weather!
Tour Preview: Where You'll Go
Boston Common
By day, Boston Common is a lovely park where kids can play, and couples can take a nice stroll. By night, its disturbing past resurrects to the horror of those unlucky enough to witness it. Uncover the horrifying executions that took place in this very park, one of which occurred on a dreary Christmas Eve night, resulting in eternal sightings of the victim’s tortured soul.
Omni Parker House
As the longest continuously operating hotel in America, it comes as no surprise that it had its fair share of interesting guests. But one holiday figure loved it so much he chose to extend his stay into the afterlife. Hear the incredible story of Charles Dickens’s first reading of “ A Christmas Carol” at the hotel and why his spirit can still be seen in the building today.
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