After October 31st, we’re staring straight at Thanksgiving and then the end of the year. 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. So, as Halloween quickly approaches, you should be working to fit in as many spooky, creepy experiences as possible. This haunted tour in New Hampshire is a great way to do it. Hop on the trolley to learn about some of the more…spirited places in the Granite State!
The New England Curiosities Ghost Tours take place throughout the year, going to different places of interest depending on when you visit.
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While ghost stories are fun any time of year, there’s nothing like a trip on Nickelby, the trolley, around Halloween for the annual Spirits of the Past Trolley Tour.
management / TripAdvisor Led by author and historian Roxie Zwicker, this tour is full of fascinating history including real stories and real accounts of ghostly things that have happened here. It’s also the longest running ghost tour in the state.
Roxie has been sharing her expertise and research since 1994 and the tours have been going strong since 2002.
These tours are 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.
You’ll start your tour at the Deadwick’s Ethereal Emporium in Portsmouth, where Nickleby, the Victorian trolley will be waiting for you.
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While on the trolley you’ll experience all the things that make ghost tours great - spooky music and tantalizing tales - as well as expert information about each of the stops on the tour.
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You’ll see the spots in both Portsmouth and New Castle that are steeped in the most history, including historic buildings in the city.
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You’ll also visit the famed Wentworth by the Sea, known as a playground of the rich back in the late 1800s, the fourth floor is said to be haunted by the ghosts of past servants and guests.
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And you’ll hear tons of spooky tales while in the South Cemetery.
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The Isles of Shoals is an especially spooky stop along the way, as you’ll hear tales of abandoned ghostly wives. Don’t forget the story of Smuttynose which was home to one of the worst murders to take place in the area.
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Because these tours leave after dark, even the most cozy of homes appear to take on an ethereal glow. Are they haunted? Probably. Do you want to see them? Definitely!
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New England Curiosities offers a number of ghostly 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 tend to book up quickly this time of year, so take a look at what’s available soon. You can book the trolley tour we talked about here. Or, check out the rest of their tours here. You can also visit them on Facebook and call them on (603) 343-7977
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Led by author and historian Roxie Zwicker, this tour is full of fascinating history including real stories and real accounts of ghostly things that have happened here. It’s also the longest running ghost tour in the state.
Roxie has been sharing her expertise and research since 1994 and the tours have been going strong since 2002.
These tours are 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.
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For other New Hampshire-based tours that aren’t quite as spooky, check these out. You’ll find 7 fun tours you can take any time of year!
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