Walk With Ghosts in Portland

4.6 (103 reviews) 1 h 15 min Free cancellation

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Jeff shows off the Clapp House where an old sea captain is reported to still patrol the grounds. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Walk With Ghosts in Portland, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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 this beautiful city.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Haunted History Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Photos and video of tour stops and history of Portland
Included: Guide: In-person: English

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Sculpture

15 min

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.
Stop 2

5 min

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.
Portland Fire Museum

10 min Admission not included

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.
McLellan-Sweat House

10 min Admission not included

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.
Victoria Mansion

5 min Admission not included

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.
Stop 6

10 min

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.
Stop 7

5 min

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.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Sculpture

5 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.