Boroughs of the Dead Macabre NYC History Tours Book Now Upcoming Ghost Tours Manhattan | April - May Ghosts of the Seaport View Book Manhattan | April - May Ghosts of the Seaport View Book Manhattan | April Ghosts of the Titanic View Book Manhattan | April Ghosts of the Titanic View Book Manhattan | May - November The Ultimate Greenwich Village Ghost Tour View Book Manhattan | May - November The Ultimate Greenwich Village Ghost Tour View Book Manhattan | May - November West Village Ghosts: Weird Tales From Out of the Past View Book Manhattan | May - November West Village Ghosts: Weird Tales From Out of the Past View Book Manhattan | May - November Forgotten Dark Histories of Lower Manhattan View Book Manhattan | May - November Forgotten Dark Histories of Lower Manhattan View Book Roosevelt Island | May - November Island of Lost Souls: Madness & Medicine on Roosevelt Island View Book Roosevelt Island | May - November Island of Lost Souls: Madness & Medicine on Roosevelt Island View Book About Boroughs of the Dead Boroughs of the Dead’s historic ghost tours unearth the dark and forgotten past of New York City. Join us on an exploration of the spectral, the occult, and other urban hauntings within the context of real history. Our macabre walking tours combine research and storytelling for a smart, thoughtful, scary-entertaining experience. Created by artists and writers, Boroughs of the Dead tours are unscripted, deeply researched excursions that will intrigue both believers and skeptics alike. We are a locally-owned, independently operated, woman-run business. LEARN MORE All their guides deftly manage the macabre situations these tours reference with sensitivity, honesty, and interest. The ‘further reading’ recommendations are a serious plus. Take a tour with them, you won’t regret it! – Mary M. Our guide was a masterful storyteller and captivated us with tales of the hidden histories behind the parks, houses, and sidewalks. Peeling back the modern facade to connect to stories of long-ago, she gave us fresh eyes through which to see the city. – Dan J. Seamlessly interwove historical context and fun supernatural lore into our walk. The tour was both historically grounded, and still allowed for a belief in the spiritual. Great experience and a fun way to learn about NYC history. – Alexa L. Our guide was energetic, clear, and just amazing with all the stories they shared. Highly recommend the tour either to ghost enthusiasts or history buffs; there’s something here for everyone. – Bruce R. Our guide hit a sweet spot-balance of enthusiastic, excited by creepy things, but not cheesy or campy. I would recommend this to anybody who wants a tour that’s a cut above the average ghost tour. – Lou A. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable but never didactic, weaving fascinating stories in a lively manner. I have a Ph.D. in American literature and I was blown away by her mastery of her subject area. VERY highly recommended this tour. – Laurie R. This is no stale, rehearsed walk; our guide is a true NYC history buff and her passion for the subject shines through every story that she weaves along the tour. Boroughs of the Dead tours are a must do for tourists and NYC locals alike. – Amanda R. I am an avid history buff and love NY history. These tours capture one’s imagination and breathe vivid color into histories long forgotten by most. – Joann V. Previous Next From the Blog South Street Seaport Ghost Tour Ghosts of the Seaport, a phantasmagoria of nautical ghosts, vengeful spirits, pirates, and other waterfront phantoms. THE CITY’S ONLY SEAPORT GHOST TOUR This is the city’s only South Street Seaport ghost tour, and the first to focus specifically on the spectral and supernatural side of the seaport. Nautical lore is filled with ghost stories and sailor superstitions, and we’re so excited to finally have an appropriately haunted walking tour of this historic district! GHOSTS OF THE SEAPORT New York wouldn’t be the city it is without its harbor. Its waters bore witness to its growth over the centuries as one of the leading ports of the world, but also to the darkness that came from its ambition. From… Read Post