Spooks and Spirits Walking Ghost Tour of Boothbay Harbor

The Spooks and Spirits Walking Ghost Tour unveils Boothbay Harbor’s eerie side from a local’s perspective. We've combined some goosebump-inducing stories told in historic locations with a visit to Neat, speakeasy and whiskey bar! A local paranormal researcher regales you with tales about the Boothbay Opera House—widely regarded as Maine’s most haunted building, an old sea captain’s house with poltergeist activity, and local UFO encounters. We’ll wrap up our supernatural stroll at Neat for a classic or adventurous cocktail to toast our trip to the other side. Unlike national corporate chains, Mysterious Harbor Tours is locally owned and operated. No mega-groups of 30+ people. Enjoy an intimate, creepy atmosphere where you can actually hear your entertaining guide.

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   Stop 1

   10 min

   Stroll along America’s longest wooden footbridge and enjoy spectacular harbor views. We’ll discuss some of the theories about why this region is so haunted, starting with the Burnt Island Lighthouse at the harbor’s entrance with its long history of lighthouse keepers—some who never really left the island.

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   Stop 2

   5 min

   The skies over Boothbay are filled with UFOs! We’ll discuss multiple sightings over Adam’s Pond throughout the years.

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   Stop 3

   10 min

   Is the town’s newspaper office an example of a residual haunting or are the spirits at the Register still hard at work, even in death?

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   Stop 4

   10 min

   Originally built as a secret society lodge for the Knights of Pythias, the Opera House is considered by many to be the most haunted building in Maine. This internationally renowned music venue is filled with full-bodied apparitions and all manner of things that go bump in the night.

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   Stop 5

   5 min

   This old sea captain’s house-turned bar and restaurant has brought several of its owners more than they bargained for, including the old sea captain’s ghost and loads of poltergeist activity.

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   Stop 6

   5 min

   We discuss the tragic Indian Wars death and destruction that haunts this region. Legends swirl around Damariscove Island like its three ghosts. Is The first North American pirate Dixie Bull is said to have buried treasure in its bottomless pond.

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   Stop 7

   5 min

   A country music-loving Victorian ghost haunts the Welch House, a lovely former inn.

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   Stop 8

   10 min

   A mysterious stranger dressed all in black checked into the Hotel Fullerton and headed out for a glimpse of ocean surf. Her identity and untimely end are still unsolved mysteries almost 100 years later.

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   Stop 9

   10 min

   East Boothbay’s Reed Island is surrounded by shipwrecks. We wrap up our tour of the unexplained with a local’s story of a shipwrecked, party-crashing ghost.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Our walking tour includes some steep inclines and uneven surfaces, including sidewalks, grass, and wooden walkways. Your guide can assist those who need help with inclines and uneven surfaces. We can also accommodate wheelchairs on a custom tour. Please contact us to discuss this option.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.