Providence Ghosts Phantoms and Poltergeists Tour
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!
Departure Point
- Meet your tour guide at the Rhode Island Holocaust Memorial on South Main Street. Your guide will be wearing a black US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.
Return Details
- Our tour will end at Fleur de lys Studio, where your guide will recount eerie tales before sending you on your way.
Duration
1 hour
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Rhode Island Holocaust Memorial Park
Memorial Park, South Main St., Providence, Rhode Island
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.
Duration: 8 minutes
Stop At: Brown University
1 Prospect St, Providence, Rhode Island
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.
Duration: 8 minutes
Stop At: Roger Williams National Memorial
282 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02903
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.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: 135 Benefit St
135 Benefit Street, Providence, RI 02903
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.
Duration: 7 minutes
Stop At: Fleur-de-lys Studio
7 Thomas Street, Providence, RI 02903
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.
Duration: 8 minutes
Stop At: Providence Athenaeum
251 Benefit Street, , Providence, Rhode Island
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.
Duration: 7 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Professional and knowledgeable local guide
- Thoroughly researched and accurate history
- Authentic local ghost stories
Exclusions
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Redemption Instructions
Please check in with your tour guide at the meeting location 10-15 minutes before the tour's start time.
Voucher Info
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