The most immersive way to see Historic Portland is on foot. Our 1 hour 15 minute walking tour takes you down the cobblestone pathways of our historic city in search of spirits that linger from times long past.
Our knowledgeable guides will enchant you with tales of Portland’s most renown ghosts as well as the area's vast and rich history. You’ll hear fascinating and spooky tales from the first European settlement in 1632 right up to the present day. Discover the many times Portland has fallen and risen anew, and hear about the restless spirits who remain, unable or unwilling to move on.
Follow our guides as they lead you by lantern-light sharing the ghost stories, legends, and folklore of ...
Highlights
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Photos and video of tour stops and history of Portland
Guide: In-person: English
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
181 State St
We meet in Longfellow Square next to the monument. Look for the lighted trees and One Longfellow Square music venue as reference points . Your guide will be standing by the monument holding an old fashioned lantern.
Return
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The most immersive way to see Historic Portland is on foot. Our 1 hour 15 minute walking tour takes you down the cobblestone pathways of our historic city in search of spirits that linger from times long past.
Our knowledgeable guides will enchant you with tales of Portland’s most renown ghosts as well as the area's vast and rich history. You’ll hear fascinating and spooky tales from the first European settlement in 1632 right up to the present day. Discover the many times Portland has fallen and risen anew, and hear about the restless spirits who remain, unable or unwilling to move on.
Follow our guides as they lead you by lantern-light sharing the ghost stories, legends, and folklore of ...
Highlights
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Photos and video of tour stops and history of Portland
Guide: In-person: English
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
181 State St
We meet in Longfellow Square next to the monument. Look for the lighted trees and One Longfellow Square music venue as reference points . Your guide will be standing by the monument holding an old fashioned lantern.
Return
Itinerary
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Sculpture
At the Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Monument, your experience begins in the heart of Portland’s historic district. This scenic landmark, surrounded by 19th century architecture, provides the perfect introduction to Portland’s haunted history and character. Guests will get an overview of the tour, along with a brief mention of Longfellow and how his childhood home is said to be haunted.
15 minutes
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131 State St
The Gould house was once occupied by a doctor with a broken moral compass. Today this historic home is an apartment building. Resident and their pets have experienced some eerie things while going about their day to day lives.
5 minutes
3
Portland Fire Museum
At the Portland Fire Museum, guests will hear the story of the Great Fire of 1866, once the worst fire in American history. Your guide will explain how the fire spread and transformed Portland forever. Guests will hear accounts of unexplained activity including eerie laughter and phantom smells. Visitors can also view historic fire engines, offering a glimpse into Portland’s firefighting past.
10 minutes
4
McLellan-Sweat House
Now a part of the Portland Museum of Art, the McLellan Mansion is one of the oldest homes in the city, located along what was once known as Millionaires Row. Built in 1800, during Portland’s “Golden Age”, this grand Federal style mansion has witnessed over two centuries of history. It has been owned and lived in by several prominent Portland families. Guests will hear about the ghosts who have been seen and heard enjoying elegant balls from decades long past. Some have said it’s a real life version of Disney’s Haunted Mansion.
10 minutes
5
Victoria Mansion
At Victoria Mansion, also known as the Morse-Libby House, guests will see one of the most stunning and well-preserved homes of the Victorian era. Built in 1860 as a summer residence, the mansion showcases remarkable luxury for its time. Your guide will share the story of its original owners, its near loss during the Great Depression, and how it became one of the most intact historic interiors in the country today. Guests will also hear local legends of unexplained activity inside, including footsteps on the grand staircase, shadowy figures, and the feeling of an unseen presence.
5 minutes
6
Maine Irish Heritage Center
At the Maine Irish Heritage Center, guests will learn about the lasting impact of Portland’s Irish community, from early immigration through the city’s growth and development. This historic building, once St. Dominic’s Church and School, remains an important cultural landmark today. But according to local accounts, it may also have a few lingering spirits, with reports of unexplained activity and multiple presences said to remain within its walls. Over the years, several paranormal investigation groups have explored the building using specialized equipment in attempts to document these encounters. Guests will hear about these investigations and the building’s reputation as one of Portland’s more actively studied locations.
10 minutes
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156 State St
At the Portland Club, guests will hear about one of Portland’s most intriguing hidden secrets—an underground network of tunnels that exists beneath the city streets. Once used for storage and movement along the waterfront. Guests will hear about reports of unexplained activity and the belief that the tunnels may still be occupied by unseen presences.
5 minutes
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Sculpture
At the end of your journey, we’ll return to the monument for a short wrap-up, local tips, and a chance to ask questions.