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Self Guided Haunted Walking Tour in Portsmouth APP/GPS/EMF Reader

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Portsmouth, USA
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On average, this is booked 10 (0.67) days in advance.

40 to 60 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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Overview

Explore the haunted locations of Portsmouth and discover it's spooky history with a self-guided GPS Audio tour on our walking tour app.

Built in EMF reader in our app to detect ghosts while taking the tour.

Go at your own pace and stop to browse the shops, grab a bite, or take a break.

You'll see the the most infamous sites, haunted alleyways and historic buildings.

Cere Bakery
Sheafe Street Inn
Deadwicks
111 State Street
The Old Red Light District
The Stops on the Underground Railroad
The Rockingham
John Paul Jones House
Portsmouth Music Hall
African Burial Grounds
Portsmouth Brewery
The Oldest Bank Building in the US

You'll hear

The Huntsman
John Bellamy
The Haunts of the Port City
The Ladies of the Night that linger
The phantoms of the Music Hall
The Lady in White
Old flirty ghosts
Ghosts of Bank Robbers Past
Witches of the North

With a little luck you might even catch a ghost on camera!

*This tour is on an app, it's all outside, it's not at the bakery :)

What's Included

  • Recap tour you can take after taking the in person tour
  • Smartphone Guided Walking tour on the WalknTours app

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    51 Penhallow Street
    Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    56 Market Street
    Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA

    The last stop is the Portsmouth Brewery, the perfect place to end the tour for a drink and a bite to eat. And while you are there you might just see the ghost that haunts its halls.

    What To Expect

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    Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
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    111 State Street (pass by)

    This building was originally built in 1814 and has changed hands more times than a sailors eaten a bowl of clam chowder. And that’s most likely due to the ghosts that haunt the joint.
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    177 State Street (pass by)

    This old building dates back to 1815 and in its heyday it once housed one of most popular brothels in the city.
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    222 Court St (pass by)

    Built in 1749, this is pre-revolutionary building is one of the oldest still standing in Portsmouth. Below its foundation once ran the underground tunnel system that secretly connected many of the buildings in Portsmouth.
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    African Burying Ground Memorial

    The burial ground is said to be the largest of its kind in the United states and it’s believed that over 200 people from the African American community were buried here.
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    3 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    401 State Street (pass by)

    Originally built in 1785 The Rockingham was once one of the most prestigious hotels in New England. It welcomed the likes of presidents Franklin Roosevelt, JFK, Ulysses Grant and the author Mark Twain.
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    John Paul Jones House, part of the Portsmouth Historical Society (pass by)

    Originally built in 1758 the old John Paul Jones house holds more ghosts than a than a Maine boat holds lobsters.Some say old John Paul Jones lingers in the room he once slept.Others have seen an angry spirit opening cabinets and slamming doors.
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    The Music Hall (pass by)

    Over the past century world renowned acts have graced its halls including the magician Harry Houdini, gun swinging Buffalo Bill Cody and that clever fella Mark Twain.The shows were so good that the ghosts decided to stick around.
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    56 Market St (pass by)

    The Brewery is not only one of the best spots in Portsmouth to get a drink and a burger while in town.It’s also haunted by a flirty ghost of the night.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self Guided Haunted Walking Tour in Portsmouth APP/GPS/EMF Reader?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-222222P18

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    What's Included

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    • Recap tour you can take after taking the in person tour
    • Smartphone Guided Walking tour on the WalknTours app

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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