
The Ghosts of Portsmouth
About Tour:
Discover Portsmouth’s Dark History guided by a ghostly tour guide.
You'll be guided the most haunted pubs, hotels, buildings and streets where the ghostly spirits still lurk.
Learn about the revolutionary history and how Portsmouth was once a major port, and how those spirits still linger in the buildings and streets.
Discover the stops on the Underground Railroad and the recently uncovered African Burial Grounds, and the spirits that have stayed behind.
Spookiest of all my be the music hall, where you will hear about the ghosts that insist "The Show Must Go On!"
Be warned, this tour is not for the faint of heart.
The tour starts the Ceres Bakery. Make sure you have the WalknTours app and the tour downloaded. It's said the spirts here are so strong they often interfere with data connections.
Take the tour, If you dare!
Frequently asked questions
What's Include
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🎧 Full Self-Guided Audio Tour – Expert narration with immersive storytelling.
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🗺 Interactive GPS Map – Never get lost; see each stop on your phone.
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📍 14 Official Freedom Trail Landmarks – Plus bonus hidden gems along the way.
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⏱ Explore at Your Own Pace – Pause, replay, or skip stops anytime.
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🏛 Historic Insights & Local Tips – Stories, trivia, and recommendations from locals.
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🍽 Built-In Breaks – Time to enjoy Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, and North End treats.
What's Not Include
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🚶 Live Tour Guide – This is a self-guided experience; explore on your own schedule.
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🎟 Entrance Fees – Tickets to museums or attractions are not included.
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🚗 Transportation – No shuttle, parking, or ride services provided.
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🍔 Food & Drinks – Meals and snacks are at your own expense.
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📶 Mobile Data – An internet connection is required to download the tour before starting.
– Sarah M.
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Loved exploring at my own pace—felt like a private tour just for me!a
– John D.
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The stories were so vivid, I could picture history coming alive.
– Emily R.
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Perfect mix of facts, fun, and hidden gems. Highly recommend!
– David R.
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No rushing, no big crowds—just me, my headphones, and an amazing city.
– Tina M.
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Learned more in two hours than I ever did in school history classes.
– Zander
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Easy to use and incredibly informative. The GPS syncing was spot on!
– Lisa K.
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Felt like I had a guide in my ear, but total freedom to roam.”
– Martin P.
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Took the tour at sunset absolutely magical experience!
Tour Stops
You'll see the the most infamous sites, haunted alleyways and historic buildings.
Cere Bakery
Sheafe Street Inn
Deadwicks
111 State Street
The Old Red Light District
The Stops on the Underground Railroad
The Rockingham
John Paul Jones House
Portsmouth Music Hall
African Burial Grounds
Portsmouth Brewery
The Oldest Bank Building in the US
And that's a short list of highlights.
Listen Tour
WalknTour APP Guide Video
Tour Guidance
TOUR CITY:
Portsmouth NH
TOUR DISTANCE:
.84 Miles
TOUR LENGTH:
60 to 80 Mins
TOUR START LOCATION:
Cere Bakery
TOUR END LOCATION:
Portsmouth Brewery
