Boston After Dark Walking Tour
Overview
Meet Boston, after dark. The real Boston. The Boston of terrifying serial killers, infamous gangsters, urban legends, bizarre industrial accidents, unsolved crimes, ghost stories, and other extraordinary tales. Led by a Boston local, this is Boston like you've never seen it.
Our tour is capped to 15 guests so you are part of a conversation, not a lecture!
This 90 minute/1.5 mile walking tour takes you through two of Boston's most notorious neighborhoods; the North End and the West End. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
This is not a kid-friendly tour. Children under 13 are not allowed, and parental discretion is advised for those 13 and up. This tour contains foul language, and discussions of death and violence. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are responsible for their own and their children's behavior.
This tour will run in light rain. We will cancel for unsafe or unpleasant weather conditions. Tour requires at least two guests to operate.
What's Included
- Guided walking tour of Boston.
- This is a walking tour, there is no transportation provided.
- Gratuities are not included, though very welcome!
Meeting Location
55 Union Street
Boston, MA 02108, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
134 Salem Street
Boston, MA 02113, USA
What To Expect
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Government Center
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
West End
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Brinks Job Building
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Great Molasses Flood Plaque
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Copp's Hill Burying Ground
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
North End
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. This is a walking tour that covers about 1.5 miles on occasionally uneven terrain (cobblestones, some hills, some stairs)
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Guided walking tour of Boston.
- This is a walking tour, there is no transportation provided.
- Gratuities are not included, though very welcome!.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Boston After Dark Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. This is a walking tour that covers about 1.5 miles on occasionally uneven terrain (cobblestones, some hills, some stairs)
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Boston After Dark Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Guided walking tour of Boston.
- This is a walking tour, there is no transportation provided.
- Gratuities are not included, though very welcome!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. This is a walking tour that covers about 1.5 miles on occasionally uneven terrain (cobblestones, some hills, some stairs)
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Operated by a business
