Ghosts of Newport Tour

There's something about Newport after dark. The busy streets begin to quiet down, the old colonial homes stand in the glow of streetlights, and the salty air drifting in from the harbor makes the city feel a little different.

It's easy to forget that behind Newport's beautiful waterfront and historic buildings are nearly four centuries of remarkable stories.

Some of them are ghost stories.

Welcome to Ghosts of Newport, Ghost City Tours' family-friendly walking ghost tour through one of New England's most fascinating historic cities.

Founded in 1639, Newport grew into one of colonial America's most important seaports. Ships arrived from distant lands, merchants made their fortunes, pirates found their way into local history, and generations of residents lived through wars, hardship, and tremendous change.

Over time, Newport became famous for its magnificent summer mansions and wealthy visitors. But long before the Vanderbilts arrived, the city's streets were already filled with stories worth telling.

And some of those stories are rather difficult to explain.

On Ghosts of Newport, you'll explore the city's haunted history through mysterious legends, unusual encounters, and tales of spirits said to linger around its centuries-old buildings. Your guide will introduce you to the people and events that shaped Newport, along with the strange accounts that have become part of its local folklore.

From colonial-era mysteries to the legends surrounding Newport's historic homes and taverns, you'll discover that this seaside city has a side most visitors never get to experience.

A little spooky? Absolutely. But there's plenty of fun to be had along the way.

Ghosts of Newport is designed for families, curious kids, and adults who enjoy a good ghost story. We focus on entertaining storytelling, fascinating history, and just enough mystery to make an evening in Newport a little more interesting.

You won't find people jumping out from behind buildings or trying to frighten young children. Instead, you'll hear the kinds of stories that make you curious about the past and perhaps a little more aware of your surroundings.

Whether you're visiting Newport for the first time or have spent years exploring its historic streets, Ghosts of Newport offers a different way to discover the City by the Sea.

And as you wander through streets that have welcomed visitors for hundreds of years, you may find yourself wondering how many of Newport's former residents are still around.

After all, some guests never seem to know when it's time to leave.