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Burlington's Famous ghosts self guided walking tour

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Burlington's Famous ghosts self guided walking tour

Explore Vermont's Most Haunted City After Dark

Looking for the best Burlington ghost tours?

Beneath Burlington's charming waterfront, lively downtown, and historic streets lies a darker story filled with restless spirits, haunted restaurants, ghostly theaters, underground tunnels, and one of America's most infamous serial killers.

This self-guided ghost tour takes you through the haunted heart of Burlington, uncovering chilling legends, paranormal encounters, and true stories that continue to unsettle locals today.


Why This Tour Is Different

Most visitors see Burlington's beautiful waterfront.

This tour reveals what lurks beneath it.

You'll discover:

  • Haunted waterfront buildings

  • The ghost of Isaac Nye

  • Union Station legends

  • The haunted Follett House

  • Burlington's underground tunnels

  • American Flatbread hauntings

  • The Flynn Theater ghosts

  • Nectar's paranormal activity

  • Haunted firehouse stories

  • H.H. Holmes connections

  • Lake Champlain monster legends

Some stories are folklore.

Others are harder to explain.

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What will you see?  Here are the tour highlights

Shanty on the Shore


Begin your ghostly adventure at one of Burlington's most haunted waterfront buildings. Staff report chairs moving on their own, objects changing locations, and the lingering spirit of Isaac Nye, who died in the building in 1870.


Union Station


Hear stories of railroad workers killed along the tracks and the mysterious winged monkeys perched atop the station watching over downtown Burlington.


Follett House


One of Burlington's most famous haunted mansions. Visitors have reported apparitions, cold spots, shadow figures, and sightings of Timothy Follett himself staring from the windows.


Burlington's Secret Tunnels


Discover the hidden underground passageways once rumored to be used for smuggling goods and alcohol during Prohibition—and possibly haunted by those who traveled through them.


American Flatbread


Built atop rumored underground tunnels, employees have reported unexplained voices, moving objects, footsteps, and strange activity in the basement.


The Flynn Theater


One of Vermont's most beloved performance venues is also one of its most haunted. Reports include phantom applause, shadowy figures, and a mysterious woman in white.


Nectar's


Famous for music, gravy fries, and ghost stories. Staff and visitors have reported shadow figures, unexplained sounds, and paranormal activity linked to the building's long history.


Burlington City Arts Center


Formerly a firehouse, this location is associated with the spirit of firefighter Edwin Parker, who died battling a major blaze in 1885.


The Black Cat Fire Tragedy


Learn about the deadly 1977 fire that claimed three lives and the lingering reports of apparitions and unexplained screams near the site.


H.H. Holmes House


Visit the former Burlington residence connected to America's first serial killer and hear the chilling stories surrounding his time in Vermont.

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FAQ's

Are there ghost tours in Burlington Vermont?


Yes. Burlington has a surprising number of haunted locations, ghost stories, and paranormal legends connected to its historic waterfront and downtown district.


What is the most haunted place in Burlington?


The Follett House, Flynn Theater, Nectar's, and Shanty on the Shore are among Burlington's most frequently reported haunted locations.


Is Burlington haunted?


Many locals believe so. Reports of apparitions, moving objects, strange sounds, and unexplained events have been reported throughout the city for generations.


How long does the ghost tour take?


Most guests complete the tour in approximately 50 minutes without extended stops.


Is this tour family-friendly?


Yes. The tour focuses on ghost stories, local legends, and history rather than graphic horror.

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