In just a few week’s Halloween will be over and Thanksgiving and the holiday season will be upon us. So, this time of year might just be your last chance to do something out of the ordinary that doesn’t involve sitting across from a distant relative who’s asking too many questions. As Halloween quickly approaches, you should be working to fit in as many spooky, creepy experiences as possible. This haunted trolley ride in Maine is a great way to do it. Hop on the trolley to learn about some of the more…spirited places in southern Maine!
Aergad / TripAdvisor
If you love spooky, scary stories throughout the year, you’ll love the New England Curiosities Ghost Tours.
management / TripAdvisor
The Haunted Kittery and York Trolley Tour begins in Portsmouth at the Deadwick’s Ethereal Emporium in Portsmouth, where Nickleby, the Victorian trolley will take you on your journey.
Aergad / TripAdvisor
Led by author and historian Roxie Zwicker, this tour is full of fascinating history including real stories and accounts of ghostly things that have happened in Maine’s oldest towns. This is also the longest running ghost tour in the state.
management / TripAdvisor Since 1994, Roxie has been sharing her expertise and research. The tours have been going strong since 2002, making it no surprise that they’re some of the most attended tours in the area.
They’re so well-loved that they’ve been featured in media outlets including the Boston Herald, The New York Times, The History Channel and the Travel Channel.
The tour follows the same 11 mile historic train and trolley route that existed between Portsmouth and York starting in 1887 until 1927.
Aergad / TripAdvisor
Many of the stories you’ll hear along the way come from first hand accounts that have been passed down from generation to generation.
management / TripAdvisor
Other stories are based on actual accounts of people experiencing the ghostly and ghastly occurrences in the area.
mutantmandias / Flickr
The tour lasts about two hours and includes visits to historic local cemeteries along the way.
Jenn E / TripAdvisor
And you’ll visit some of the oldest homes in southern Maine, many even dating back to the late 17th century.
nhoulihan / Flickr
Historic York village and the coast of Kittery hold many stories of seafaring disasters, the ghosts of which may still roam the area.
steveritchie / Flickr
On a lighter note, you’ll also visit beautiful Nubble Lighthouse.
stacylynn / Flickr
Each tour can accommodate 16 people and the trolley is heated, making for a cozy, spooky two hours!
ragingwire / Flickr
New England Curiosities offers a number of spooky tours this time of year, including the Legends, Ghosts and Graves Tour and the Historic Portsmouth Legends and Ghost Walk which was featured on the History Channel. Tours always book up quickly this time of year, so you’ll want to make plans rather quickly. You can book the Haunted Kittery and York trolley tour here. Or, check out their other tours here. You can also visit them on Facebook and call them on (603) 343-7977.
Aergad / TripAdvisor
management / TripAdvisor
Since 1994, Roxie has been sharing her expertise and research. The tours have been going strong since 2002, making it no surprise that they’re some of the most attended tours in the area.
They’re so well-loved that they’ve been featured in media outlets including the Boston Herald, The New York Times, The History Channel and the Travel Channel.
mutantmandias / Flickr
Jenn E / TripAdvisor
nhoulihan / Flickr
steveritchie / Flickr
stacylynn / Flickr
ragingwire / Flickr
For more Maine-focused Halloween fun, check out these 7 haunted hikes you can take throughout the state. They’ll have you sweating for more reasons than simply exertion!
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.
