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Burlington's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

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Overview

From the chilling tales of the Ghosts of the Shanty to the haunted site of Nectar’s to the serial killer HH Holmes, this tour will guide you in the footsteps of Burlington’s haunted history, uncovering the stories that have shaped this city. Go at your own pace, anytime. This is a location aware walking tour and the app plays the stories as you walk. The tour never expires, go as many times as you want.

What's Included

  • Go at your own pace. Take it anytime. The Tour never expires.
  • Tour on our walking tour app in Burlington VT
  • After the on location tour listen again anytime to relive the experience.
  • No Food, drink or in human guide, this is all outside and guided by our walking tour app
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Meeting Location

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181 Battery Street
Burlington, VT 05401, USA

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152 Pearl Street
Burlington, VT 05401, USA

The tour ends near the First Unitarian Universalist Society of Burlington the historic church and one of the oldest buildings. Near hear you'll hear the story and see the old house that HH Holmes once rented when he was on the run.

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Downtown Burlington Historic Disrtrict

The tor will take you through the streets of downtown burlington sharing their tales of H.H. Holmes, the tunnels, the haunted buildings and streets.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shanty On The Shore (pass by)

The tour starts at the old Shanty on the Shore where you'll hear it's history and the spooky past of the first owner. You'll then be guided step by step by our walking tour app through Burlington as you uncover its dark past.
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Burlington Union Station (pass by)

You'll hear the stories of those hit by the trains and the flying monkies on top of the train station.
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Follett House (pass by)

This old house holds a historic story of the city and a tragic past that leaves it spookily haunted.
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First Unitarian Universalist Society of Burlington (pass by)

You'll hear the story of the oldest church and one of the oldest buildings and then be guided to HH Holmes house he rented when he was on the run. It ends very lost to Church street and downtown.
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Flynn Center for the Performing Arts (pass by)

The historic theater has seen many changes over the years and a few tragedies. You'll hear those stories and the ghosts the haunt it.
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Nectar's (pass by)

This is an iconic venue where Phish got their start. And it's been rocking for years. Hear the story of the venue, the food and the ghosts that haunt it.
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Church Street

On one of the most charming walking streets you'll find a history as dark as the night. Hear the stories of the firehouse and haunted restaurants.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

American Flatbread Burlington (pass by)

The restaurant might be new but the building it's in is historically old and has seen the death of many, who have decided to stick around.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Burlington’s Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Burlington’s Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Go at your own pace. Take it anytime. The Tour never expires.
  • Tour on our walking tour app in Burlington VT.
  • After the on location tour listen again anytime to relive the experience.
The following is NOT included:
  • No Food, drink or in human guide, this is all outside and guided by our walking tour app.
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Burlington's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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