Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour in Cambridge
Cambridge, United States

Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour

Outty Ranking 59 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews0.8 hoursFrom $8

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Is Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour worth booking?

Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour is a 0.8-hour experience in Cambridge, United States, from $8 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
0.8 hours
From
$8 per person

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

What you get

    About this experience

    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.

    What's included

    Included

    • 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

    Not included

    • No admission to buildings, food, drinks or human guide. It's all on our app and outside.

    What you'll see and do

    1. 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.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Harvard University

      The 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 here

    3. Cambridge

      You'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 here

    4. Christ Church Cambridge

      Stop 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.

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Old Burial Ground

      The oldest burial ground in the area this site holds the bodies of the Revolutionary heros and the unknown. And they still linger.

      Pass by without stopping

    6. The old chapel was first built with good intent but soon became a place where the bones stacked up. And were found centuries later.

      Pass by without stopping

    7. 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.

      Pass by without stopping

    8. 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.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Cambridge

    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.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    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.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    WalknTours

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Alexandria_R · October 2025

    The app was easy to use....

    The app was easy to use. I enjoyed the tour and learned a lot about Harvard! I was glad I did the tour. ……

    via Viator

    Stephanie_K · July 2025

    We only had about an hour...

    We only had about an hour to tour, so this option was great! Although it was a ghost tour, we learned a lot about the history of Cambridge and Harvard.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    0.8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 59

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
    Review evidence (18% weight)14
    Booking momentum (14% weight)10
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)84
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cambridge.

    How much does Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $8 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cambridge usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour take?

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    Plan for about 0.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cambridge is not rushed.

    Is Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cambridge, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cambridge can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cambridge and add a light layer if any part of the 0.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Harvard's Haunts Solo Smart Phone Guided App Ghost Walking Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cambridge within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Cambridge?

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    Cambridge runs student-led Harvard and MIT campus tours, revolutionary history walks, Charles River cruises and food tours through Harvard Square and Central Square. On Outty we rank every Cambridge experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour, Boston to New Hampshire Fall Foliage White Mountains Day Trip, Illustrious Schools: Group Tour of MIT And Harvard. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Cambridge?

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    April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Cambridge?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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