Top Massachusetts Crime Tours

The neighborhood of Beacon Hill in Boston is known for its picturesque streets, but it’s also been the backdrop for murder, serial killers, wild court cases, and more. Contrast stories about Boston’s underbelly with a scenic stroll through the area. Your guide mixes more famous cases, like the Boston Strangler, with ones you’ve likely not heard of before.

This murder and mystery walking tour of Salem is a great option for travelers who want a break from hearing exclusively about the history of the Salem witch trials. Mix things up by listening to tales of grisly murders and sinister ghost sightings as your guide leads you to the spookiest sights in Salem. This tour is suitable for teens and adults, but not for under-13s.

Explore Boston while delving into its eerie past on this guided ghost tour. See the city’s most haunted hotspots, including the Boston Common, Omni Parker House, and the Boston Athenaeum. Learn more about the dark past behind these locales, hearing chilling stories that blend historical facts with paranormal phenomena.

With its centuries of history, it’s no surprise Boston is packed with haunted sights, though they aren’t always easy for visitors to find. On this nighttime ghost tour, follow a guide to some of the city’s most storied landmarks, such as the Granary Burying Ground, Bostom Common, and the Massachusetts State House, and discover the hidden history and spooky sightings associated with each.

Learn about Salem’s mysterious past on this guided walking tour of the city. Follow your historian guide through Salem, listening to 400 years of history, and admire the old architecture that dates back to the early colonial period. Find out the truth about the 1692 Salem Witch Trial hysteria, which has influenced literature and pop culture. For a spookier experience, select the nighttime tour led by lantern light.

Delve into Salem’s dark past with this Witch Trials-themed walking tour through the city’s most haunted corners. Take in landmarks like the Witch House, Old Burying Point Cemetery, and the Peabody Essex Museum as you learn about the history and lore of this somber period from your guide, plus pay homage to the victims at the Witch Trials Memorial.

Explore Boston’s lesser-known history on an adults-only true crime walking tour. Led by a local guide, the experience connects real criminal cases to the city’s broader social and historical backdrop, helping you understand how these events influenced Boston’s development. With thoughtful storytelling and curated context, the tour offers a balanced perspective on crime, community, and legacy beyond sensational headlines.

WALK AMONG US : THE SALEM HORROR TOUR !

One hour of Murders and Mystery - Horror and History! Set by the streetlights of Salem’s Downtown District. You and your licensed tour guide will journey through 400 years of Salem’s most infamous chapters - From the Salem Witch Trials to notorious murders this tour weaves real history while exploring the modern city through the lenses of it’s Horror, Goth, Emo and Punk-Rock Alternative community. This tour was created by Salem born Actor, Performer and Creator Jobian Day. Over his 30+ years in Music, Radio, Film, Television and Art, This tour is a celebration of all of the amazing parts of Salem’s vibrant 21st Century Renaissance.

This tour is for Adults and Chaperoned Youth with Awesome Parents. No intolerance is welcome. Public Drinking and excessive inebriation are strictly forbidden.

Travelers who aren’t afraid of a good spooky tale or spine-chilling experience will love this 75-minute guided evening tour of Salem. Learn all about Salem’s spooky history as you visit haunted sites, former crime scenes, and places that inspired ghost stories and literature. Your guide will keep you entertained as you walk the city at night, looking over your shoulder and jumping at your shadow along the way.

Explore the best of Salem’s nightlife scene while delving into its notorious spooky history. Visit a range of cozy taverns and trendy cocktail bars, hearing chilling accounts of local witchcraft and on-site hauntings. Make stops at eerie landmarks in between for added thrill.

Explore Boston after dark on a guided walking tour focused on true crime, urban legends, and lesser-known historical events. Led by a local guide, the experience emphasizes storytelling and discussion rather than scripted narration. The small-group format creates an engaging evening experience that presents a different perspective on the city’s past beyond standard daytime tours.

With nearly 400 years of dark history, it’s no surprise that Salem is home to restless spirits. From the 1692 Witch Trials to shocking murders and tragic accidents, the spirits of Salem’s early residents still linger. They wait for open-minded souls to acknowledge their presence, whether in person or captured in a fleeting shot through a camera lens. Join us as we uncover the stories of the past and the residents it left behind. Leading your journey into Salem’s haunted past is Rev. Peter Darkmoor, an ordained NeoPagan Wizard, seasoned paranormal investigator, and one of the city’s most captivating storytellers. With his deep knowledge of Salem’s history, his skill in uncovering lingering spirits, and a flair for the mysterious, Peter transforms every step of the tour into an unforgettable encounter with the city’s darker history and legends.

Explore the best of Boston at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off trolley tour of the city. Choose from a 1- or 2-day pass and see Boston’s top attractions, including the USS Constitution, the original bar from TV show “Cheers,” and the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, to name a few. The pass includes discounted admission to the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, to enjoy during or after the tour.

Salem's spookiest, haunted *adults only* walking tour! Want a late night 1.25 hour long tour of all things creepy and shocking? We take you into Salem’s darkest corners and consecrate our otherworldly past by sharing our city’s sinister tales of deception, greed, torture, murder, curses and delve into the supernatural. Learn about Harry Houdini’s silver handcuffs and seances, multiple suicides and grisly murders, inhumane living conditions for Massachusetts’ worst criminals, and even learn about our very own sadistic Sheriff appropriately nicknamed “The Strangler”. This tour visits some of the most notoriously haunted locations in Salem with numerous documented ghost sightings and unusual paranormal activity. We pass by 400 year old cemeteries, uninhabited haunted homes, 2 of the most haunted Hotels in America, as you relive Salem’s most terrifying moments. Adults only, 18+. ***Adult Mature Content including descriptive murder, sexual assault and torture.

Grab hold of a broom for an electrifying adventure! Throughout history, witches and the occult have evolved from being shrouded in mystery, fear, and controversy to the center stage in Hocus Pocus and Practical Magic. Delve deeper into the roots of this mysterious and often misunderstood practice on a journey through the evolution of the occult.

Discover the thrilling history of Boston on this immersive walking tour of the Freedom Trail. Hear tales of Redcoats, smugglers, riots, and midnight riders while reliving the American Revolution as you explore all 16 official sites of the trail. Learn about Boston’s leadership in abolition, women’s rights, education, and immigration over its 400-year history. Explore downtown Boston, hearing stories of legendary figures such as Paul Revere, John Hancock, and lesser-known pioneers and patriots.

Discover some of Boston’s deepest, darkest secrets that lots of tourists miss out on by joining this “frightseeing” tour aboard the Trolley of the Doomed, which roams around the haunted streets and burial grounds of Boston. Your costumed host provides illuminating insights into the history of the city's spookiest sights, such as Copp’s Hill Burying Ground.

Provincetown’s charming seaside facades hide a sinister past soaked in blood, betrayal, and supernatural terror. On this chilling self-guided walking tour, you’ll discover the dark underbelly of Provincetown’s history, from bloodthirsty pirates and treacherous mooncussers who lured ships to their doom. I’ll also tell you about the restless spirits that continue to haunt the town’s historic buildings and picturesque streets. Starting at the infamous American Horror Story house, you’ll journey through Provincetown’s most haunted locations. You’ll explore historic cemeteries where smallpox victims lie in unmarked graves, and pass by former funeral homes that now operate as quaint inns. Along the way, you’ll discover how this seaside paradise earned its ominous nickname “Helltown” after centuries of maritime tragedy and malevolence.

Delve into Boston's shadowy history on this crime-themed walking tour. Led by an engaging local guide, explore sites like the Boston Massacre Site and South Boston Waterfront while hearing gripping tales of infamous mobsters and serial killers. This tour offers a unique perspective on Boston’s history, perfect for true crime enthusiasts and curious travelers alike. With a duration of approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes, this private tour is an intimate experience. The guide can also provide a "director's cut tour" if the guest would like, adding additional stops and stories not included in the public tour. - Discover Boston's notorious crime history through captivating stories - Visit key sites including the Boston Massacre Site and South Boston Waterfront - Ideal for true crime fans and those looking for a unique city experience - Small group size ensures personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide

Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes in this mystery scavenger hunt around Boston! In "Murder by Boston Common," you are transported back to the year 1895. As a rookie detective, you must investigate a dismembered body found in a pond in Boston Public Gardens. It’s now up to you to solve the crime and find the culprit! After purchasing, go to the designated pickup point to collect your mystery package, which contains everything you’ll need to solve the case. Once you have it, you are free to begin at your convenience. Enjoy the flexibility of starting and stopping whenever you like. This exciting and challenging activity is perfect for you and your family, friends, or colleagues to tackle together. You must have a minimum of 2 people to purchase. Tip: We recommend groups of 2-4 participants. If your group is larger than 4, you can buy multiple mystery packages and compete against each other. The winner is the group that solves the mystery the fastest. (Note: Available in English only.)

This tour will talk about the darker side of Salem's history: the reality of the witch trials (both within and out of Salem), the Old Witch Gaol, the old County Jail, and the victims of the Salem witch trials. Your witchcraft-specialized historian will take you on a journey back in time to revisit some of the most tragic moments in the city’s past.