Ghosts of the Old Port Tour

During the day, Portland's Old Port is one of Maine's most charming neighborhoods. Cobblestone streets wind between historic brick buildings, restaurants fill with visitors, and the waterfront bustles with activity.

But after dark, those same streets have a different story to tell.

Welcome to Ghosts of the Old Port, Ghost City Tours' family-friendly walking ghost tour through the haunted history of Portland, Maine.

Long before Portland became famous for its lobster rolls, craft breweries, and beautiful coastline, it was a hardworking seaport where life could be anything but easy. Sailors departed on dangerous voyages, merchants built their fortunes along the waterfront, and generations of Portland residents faced hardships that would shape the city's history.

There were wars, terrible storms, mysterious deaths, and even a devastating fire that destroyed much of Portland in 1866.

And through it all, the ghost stories kept coming.

On Ghosts of the Old Port, you'll discover the fascinating people, strange legends, and unexplained mysteries that make Portland's history so interesting. Your guide will share stories inspired by the city's past, from its maritime heritage to the supernatural tales associated with its historic streets and buildings.

Some stories have been passed down through generations. Others are rooted in real historical events. And a few might make you wonder whether everything that happened in the Old Port has truly stayed in the past.

A little spooky? Of course. But that's part of the fun.

Ghosts of the Old Port is designed for families, curious kids, and adults who love a good ghost story. Our focus is on entertaining storytelling, fascinating history, and just enough mystery to make an evening in Portland a little more interesting.

There are no cheap jump scares or attempts to terrify younger guests. Just an enjoyable walk through one of New England's most historic waterfront neighborhoods, with plenty of ghostly tales along the way.

Whether you're visiting Portland for the first time or have lived in Maine your entire life, you'll discover that the Old Port has more stories to tell than you might expect.

And the next time you're walking its cobblestone streets after dark, you might find yourself wondering who else is walking beside you.

Because in the Old Port, not everyone who stayed behind is necessarily alive.