Do you go inside any of the haunted buildings?

We focus on building exteriors and outdoor spaces. Businesses and public places are open for you to visit during regular business hours. Otherwise we respect the privacy of individuals and organizations and expect that our guests do the same.

Do guests really see ghosts on this tour?

We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.

Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.

Is this ghost tour kid-appropriate?

While our tours do not contain anything too graphic or inappropriate, we find that kids that enjoy history have the best time. You know your children and that's left up to you. We do not recommend bringing children in strollers because sometimes that can be difficult with larger walking groups.

What if I'm late or cannot find my guide?

We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tour time. We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.

What is your cancellation policy?

Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. If we cancel the tour because of weather or another event, we offer a full refund. We will do our best to accommodate rescheduling requests, but cannot guarantee changes because other tours and dates might be sold out.

Kennebunkport Ghost Walks | American Ghost Walks

On his way home from a long day's work, a young man driving his horse-drawn cart in Kennebunkport came upon a group of good-looking city girls who asked him for a ride. He couldn’t believe his luck and obliged. The gleeful teens chatted and sang as they went. All was merry until they came beside a quite normal-looking grassy knoll. Suddenly the young man and his passengers were screaming in terror. The formerly placid horse suddenly spooked, leaping away from the hill and racing down the road, nearly overturning the cart. As he grabbed the reins tight, the young man turned to see a pale apparition just 10 feet beyond, floating above them. About the size of a woman in long, snow-white trailing skirts, the frightful thing kept ahead of the panicked horse for almost a half a mile.

It was this ghost story and its stunning epilogue that forced famous poet and Kennebunkport local Silas Perkins to seriously reconsider his skepticism about the paranormal. The evidence forced Silas to admit ghosts might actually exist.

Expect to hear more real ghost stories like this from the history of Kennebunkport and neighboring Kennebunk. Strange tales from haunted hotels and inns abound as does mysterious maritime history. Supernatural stories of this community feature roaming spirits, Spiritualist seances, and a poltergeist. See the Itinerary section below for a sample of the stops.

The Kennebunkport Ghost Walk was originally created by Maine's own Sally Lobkowicz and her Red Cloak Tours company dedicated to preserving New England history and folklore. In 2022, Red Cloak joined forces with American Ghost Walks and tour developer Allison Jornlin refreshed the script with new ghost stories and supernatural talesz. Our original research is the foundation of this haunted history tour where we interview the real experiencers, explore historical records, talk to local business owners to give you Kennebunkport ghost stories you will not get anywhere else.

A free public parking lot is available at 30 North Street. (A 7-minute walk from White Columns.) Paid public parking and public restrooms available near Alisson's Restaurant at 11 Dock Square. Please see parking information on Kennebunkport’s municipal website for more specifics.
This tour runs rain or shine, so please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. But we will reschedule you if you have an emergency.
Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t need their assistance.

Discover the hidden secrets and unique mysteries of coastal Maine from a local guide.
Hear the hair-raising story the Harriman family and the poltergeist that destroyed their happy home.
Explore the supernatural side of celebrities who summered in the Kennebunks, including Booth Tarkington and Margaret Deland.
Fathom the seafaring yarns of haunted lighthouses, dire premonitions, ghost ships, and sea serpents.
Learn how Spiritualism and psychical research influenced area residents.
Expand your knowledge of neighborhood ghosts including the "Rustling Lady."
Marvel at Kennebunk's connections to the Salem Witch Trials.

Do you go inside any of the haunted buildings?

We focus on building exteriors and outdoor spaces. Businesses and public places are open for you to visit during regular business hours. Otherwise we respect the privacy of individuals and organizations and expect that our guests do the same.
Do guests really see ghosts on this tour?

We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.
Can I bring my pet?

Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.
Is this ghost tour kid-appropriate?

While our tours do not contain anything too graphic or inappropriate, we find that kids that enjoy history have the best time. You know your children and that's left up to you. We do not recommend bringing children in strollers because sometimes that can be difficult with larger walking groups.
What if I'm late or cannot find my guide?

We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tour time. We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.
What is your cancellation policy?

Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. If we cancel the tour because of weather or another event, we offer a full refund.
We will do our best to accommodate rescheduling requests, but cannot guarantee changes because other tours and dates might be sold out.