Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour
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About the Activity
Welcome to Harvard’s Famous Haunts Walking Tour, where we journey through the historic and eerie corners of the oldest university in America. Go at your own pace, anytime. This tour is all location aware and guided by our walking tour app. It's hands free. Put the phone in your pocket and it plays as you walk. the narration is spooky an infused with spooky music to fit the stories. Founded in 1636, Harvard is steeped in centuries of history, intellectual achievement, and tradition—but with that comes ghostly legends and supernatural tales that have lingered for generations. As we walk through Harvard Yard and the surrounding area, we’ll uncover stories of haunted churches, library, gates, dormitories and buildings.50 minutes to 1 hour
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Go 24/7/365. The tour is all outside and can be taken anytime.
Smartphone Guided Tour on our walking tour app
The tour never expires, go anytime, and listen again later
No admission to buildings, food, drinks or human guide. It's all on our app and outside.
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The tour starts outside of the Wadworth House. You'll hear about it's notable residents and it's guest George Washington, and the sprits that lurk here. View Location
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Harvard University
1350 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, United States, 02138-3800The tour wil guide you around the buildings in Harvard from the chapel to the dorms to the library telling you it's dark history. The tour is all outside and you can go anytime, 24/7. 40 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Cambridge
Cambridge, United StatesYou'll be guided around the border of Harvard through a part of Cambridge to see the Christ Church and Old Burial Ground. You''ll then be guided through the gates of Harvard. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationChrist Church Cambridge(Pass By)
0 Garden St, Cambridge, United States, 02138-3631Stop outside of one of the oldest church's and also one that sided with the red costs,. You'll hear about the red coat that still lurks. View LocationOld Burial Ground(Pass By)
Massachusetts Ave & Garden St, Harvard Square, Cambridge, United States, 02140The oldest burial ground in the area this site holds the bodies of the Revolutionary heros and the unknown. And they still linger. View LocationThe old chapel was first built with good intent but soon became a place where the bones stacked up. And were found centuries later. View Location
The iconic library has a look that will never change. Learn why and learn about the stacks of books deep in the ground, and the spirits inside. View Location
you'll stop by the historic building and learn about it's founding, how it got it's name, and how it's books burned. View Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The tour starts outside the Wadsworth. House on Mass Ave in Harvard. You'll hear the story of the famous people that lived there, like George Washington, and the spirits that lurk. Then you'll be guided around Harvard hearing about the haunts. View Location
End point
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The tour ends at the steps of the Widener Library where you'll hear why it was dug underground and the person that died to get it built. View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketThank you for booking Harvard's Famous Haunts Walking Tour. This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text +1-617-991-3269. Your ticket is below. Quick overview: 1. Get the WalknTours app 2. Register 3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code yale1003 to unlock it Full ticket: HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR *Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code yale1003 *If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code yale1003 Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. https://onelink.to/ffpuug Step 2: Register an Account or Login Step 3: Open the Tour Select Cambridge (Or select the tour in the Near Me section) Select the Harvard's Famous Haunts Walking Tour and click it. Click "Enter Experience Code" Enter the Experience Code yale1003 Click apply The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime. To take the tour go outside the Wadsworth House @ 1341 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138 Have questions? Email us info@walkntours.com or text 617-991-3269.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/New_York time to receive 100% refund.
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