Boston After Dark Walking Tour: Uncover the City's Nighttime Tales
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Discover Boston after dark on this engaging walking tour that reveals the city’s hidden stories and eerie legends. Led by a local guide, you'll explore two of Boston’s most notorious neighborhoods—the North End and the West End—uncovering tales of gangsters, serial killers, ghostly hauntings, and bizarre accidents.
This intimate tour is limited to 15 guests, ensuring a conversational experience rather than a lecture. It’s perfect for those who love history with a spooky twist and want to see Boston in a whole new light.
Prepare for a 90-minute walk covering about 1.5 miles. Wear comfortable shoes and come ready for stories that include mature themes, including violence and foul language. Children under 13 aren’t allowed, and parental discretion is advised for older kids and teens.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Boston After Dark Walking Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours and covers about 1.5 miles through Boston’s historic neighborhoods.
What neighborhoods does the tour visit?
It explores the North End and the West End, both rich with history, legends, and spooky tales.
Is this tour suitable for children?
No, children under 13 are not permitted. The tour contains mature themes, foul language, and discussions of death and violence. Parental discretion is advised.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear comfortable walking shoes. The tour runs in light rain, but may be canceled in bad weather. No transportation is included, so come prepared for a walk.
Can I cancel or reschedule?
Yes. You can get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the tour. The tour may be canceled due to bad weather or insufficient bookings.
Free cancellation
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Guided walking tour of Boston
Not included
- This is a walking tour; no transportation is provided
- Gratuities are not included but are appreciated
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The famous, or infamous, Scollay Square—Boston's original 'red light district'—home to some of the wildest stories in the city’s history.
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Stop 2
Wander through the historic West End, hearing tales of female serial killers, Boston’s most notorious gangster, and the tragic murder of a pregnant woman that sparked racial tensions.
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Stop 3
Learn about the largest heist in U.S. history at the time, a daring robbery that went unsolved for six years.
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Stop 4
Visit the site of one of America's most bizarre industrial accidents—proof that fact can be stranger than fiction.
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Stop 5
Discover why this cemetery is haunted and the spirits believed to linger there, adding a spooky touch to Boston’s history.
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Stop 6
Walk through the North End, known for its Italian heritage, delicious food, and stories of brave women during WWII and notorious mobsters.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
We meet at the black awning between the two striped awnings of the Bell In Hand. Your guide will be wearing a Boston After Dark or Wicked Good Boston Tours shirt or sweatshirt.
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Free cancellation
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours
- Tour may be canceled due to bad weather or low bookings
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $35.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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