Overview
Embark on a spine-tingling journey through Providence’s shadowy streets with our walking ghost tour!
Led by a seasoned local guide, this tour takes you to some of the city’s most haunted and historically significant sites. As you stroll through the district, spine-chilling tales of ghostly encounters and eerie happenings will unfold, revealing the dark secrets that linger in Providence’s past.
Prepare to uncover the spectral stories behind legendary figures, from renowned authors and influential politicians to brave Revolutionary War soldiers whose spirits still roam these haunted streets. While the tour doesn’t enter private buildings, standing on this haunted ground is enough to send shivers down your spine.
From the Rhode Island Holocaust Memorial to Brown University’s University Hall, each stop offers a unique glimpse into the city’s eerie history.
Join us for an evening of mystery, history, and the supernatural, and feel the presence of those who walked these streets long ago!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional and knowledgeable local guide
Thoroughly researched and accurate history
Authentic local ghost stories
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet your tour guide at the Rhode Island Holocaust Memorial on South Main Street. Your guide will be wearing a company T-shirt.
End point
Our tour will end at Fleur de lys Studio, where your guide will recount eerie tales before sending you on your way.
Good to know
Please check in with your tour guide at the meeting location 10-15 minutes before the tour's start time.
What to expect
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Rhode Island Holocaust Memorial Park
8 min
The Rhode Island Holocaust Memorial in Providence, dedicated in 2015, honors the six million Jews and countless other victims who perished during the Holocaust. While the memorial serves as a place of reflection, some visitors have reported eerie encounters, such as shadowy figures and faint whispers, believed by some to be the restless spirits of those who suffered.
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Providence Athenaeum
8 min
The Providence Athenaeum, established in 1836, is one of America's oldest libraries, rich in literary history and known for its stunning architecture. Beyond its scholarly appeal, the library is steeped in eerie tales, with reports of ghostly sightings, particularly of poet Sarah Helen Whitman, and other unexplained phenomena that add to its mysterious charm.
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Brown University
8 min
University Hall at Brown University, built in 1770, is steeped in history, having served as barracks and a hospital during the Revolutionary War. The building is also rumored to be haunted, with reports of ghostly apparitions, unexplained footsteps, and eerie phenomena, particularly involving the spirit of a British soldier.
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Edward Dexter House
7 min
The Edward Dexter House in Providence, Rhode Island, is a historic Federal-style home with a haunted reputation, featuring tales of ghostly apparitions, unexplained cold spots, and mysterious occurrences. The most famous legend involves a forlorn woman in period clothing, believed to be a lingering spirit connected to the house's past.
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Roger Williams National Memorial
8 min
The Roger Williams Memorial in Providence, Rhode Island, is a historically significant site with a haunting reputation, particularly due to the eerie "Tree Root Incident," where Williams' remains were allegedly replaced by tree roots shaped like a human figure. Visitors often report unusual stillness, ghostly apparitions, and cold spots, adding a spooky layer to this revered landmark.
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135 Benefit St
7 min
H.P. Lovecraft’s "The Shunned House" in Providence, RI, is a historically significant early 18th-century residence that gained infamy through Lovecraft's 1937 novella of the same name, which depicts it as a haunted dwelling filled with malevolent spirits. Although the house's true haunted reputation is intertwined with Lovecraft's fictional narrative, local legends of eerie noises and ghostly apparitions continue to captivate visitors and reinforce its mysterious allure.
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Fleur-de-lys Studio
8 min
The Fleur de Lys Studio in Providence, RI, built in 1885 by artist Sydney Richmond Burleigh, is renowned for its distinctive Arts and Crafts architecture and its role as a vibrant artistic hub. The studio is also reputedly haunted, with reports of eerie sensations, strange sounds, and a lingering spirit of an artist believed to have met a tragic end, adding a layer of mystery to its rich historical legacy.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Providence Ghosts Phantoms and Poltergeists Tour
Can I cancel Providence Ghosts Phantoms and Poltergeists Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour.
Where does it start?
Meet your tour guide at the Rhode Island Holocaust Memorial on South Main Street. Your guide will be wearing a company T-shirt.
What's included?
- Professional and knowledgeable local guide
- Thoroughly researched and accurate history
- Authentic local ghost stories
What's not included?
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Which places does it visit?
It visits Rhode Island Holocaust Memorial Park, Providence Athenaeum, Brown University, Edward Dexter House, Roger Williams National Memorial, Fleur-de-lys Studio.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
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