Spooks & Spirits Ghost Tour
Boothbay Harbor has a haunted history brimming with mysteries, ghost stories, and tales of the unexplained. It also has some unique watering holes like Neat Whiskey and Cocktail Bar. With 350+ whiskeys from around the world, mixologist Emily Gregoire serves up classic cocktails and adventurous cocktails, all done right.
The Spooks & Spirits 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, local speakeasy and whiskey bar! We’ll regale you with tales about the Boothbay Opera House—widely regarded as Maine’s most haunted building, an old sea captain’s house-turned-restaurant, and local UFO encounters. We’ll wrap up our supernatural stroll at Neat for a toast to the unexplained!
- Friendly, trained, and knowledgeable guide.
- Eerie local encounters of the unexplained.
- Happy ending at Neat Whiskey Bar for a whiskey flight or a classic or adventurous cocktail.
- Explore the snickleways* of this quaint coastal New England town.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Boothbay Harbor including haunted islands and lighthouses, lobster boats and super yachts, with tons of photo opportunities.
- Although not guaranteed, paranormal experiences are not out of the question as we make our way through the heart of this historic fishing village. Photography is encouraged!
*Narrow places to walk along, leading from somewhere to somewhere else, usually in a town or city.
Duration
1.5 hours
Meeting point
The Bridge House in the middle of the 1901 Footbridge that connects the west and east sides of the harbor. 12 Granary Way, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538. Footbridge parking lot (pay by plate at pay stations) $2.00 per hour with all major credit/debit cards accepted.
Age
10+
Group size
Maximum 20 people
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible. Service animals allowed.
Cancellations
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a FULL refund. We ask for 24 hours’ notice so that we can open up the tour to other people who want to ride. We will cancel tours if there are dangerous weather conditions.
What to Expect
Fun and easy stroll along winding, hilly paved sidewalks and wooden walkways throughout the village center.
What’s included
- Map of Boothbay Harbor
- 10% off another Mysterious Harbor Tours e-bike or walking tour
- Plenty of shivers
What’s not included
Parking, drinks, and a tip for your guide!
Itineraries
- 1901 Footbridge and Bridge House with views of haunted Burnt Island Lighthouse.
- Boothbay Register—newspaper’s hard-working ghosts.
- Iconic Boothbay Opera House—Maine’s most haunted building.
- Thistle Inn & Restaurant’s spirited spooks.
- Red Paint People & Damariscove Island’s headless ghost.
- Boothbay Memorial Library—Lady of the Dusk.
- Neat for whiskey flights and classic and adventures cocktails.
Check-in details
The Bridge House in the middle of the 1901 Footbridge that connects the west and east sides of the harbor. 12 Granary Way, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538. Footbridge parking lot (pay by plate at pay stations) $2.00 per hour with all major credit/debit cards accepted. Tour will wrap up at the Neat Whiskey Bar next to the parking lot.
What to bring
- Comfortable clothing and walking shoes
- Water
- Sunscreen
- Light layers, rain jacket or windbreaker, if need be
- Phone/camera
- Hat/sunglasses
Restrictions
This tour involves a quarter mile of walking and standing on sometimes hilly and uneven terrain and may not be suitable for people with impaired mobility.