Ghostly Beginnings at the Shanty

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting an eerie glow over Burlington, I found myself standing at the old Shanty on the Shore. This was the starting point of the Burlington Ghost Tour, a journey into the city’s haunted past. The air was thick with anticipation, and I could almost feel the presence of the spirits that were said to linger here. The first owner of the Shanty had a history as murky as the waters it overlooked, and the tales of his ghostly appearances set the tone for the night.

The tour was self-guided, allowing me to wander at my own pace, which was perfect for someone like me who loves to soak in the atmosphere of a place. As I moved through the streets, the app on my phone narrated stories of Burlington’s dark history, each tale more chilling than the last. The combination of the cool night air and the haunting stories made for an electrifying experience.

Unveiling Burlington’s Dark Secrets

The next stop was the Burlington Union Station, a place with a history as tragic as it is fascinating. The stories of those who met their end on the tracks were enough to send shivers down my spine. And then there were the flying monkeys – a bizarre yet intriguing legend that added a touch of the surreal to the evening.

As I continued my journey, I found myself at the Follett House, a place that seemed to hold the weight of its tragic past in its very walls. The story of the family that once lived there was both heartbreaking and haunting, and I couldn’t help but feel a chill as I stood outside, imagining the lives that had been touched by tragedy within.

The tour took me past the First Unitarian Universalist Society of Burlington, one of the oldest buildings in the city. The tales of its haunted past were captivating, and I was particularly intrigued by the story of H.H. Holmes, the infamous serial killer who once rented a house nearby. The thought of walking in his footsteps was both thrilling and unsettling.

A Haunting End to the Night

The final leg of the tour brought me to the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, a historic theater with its own share of ghostly tales. The stories of the tragedies that had occurred there were enough to make the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. As I listened to the tales of the ghosts that were said to haunt the theater, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe at the history that surrounded me.

The tour concluded near Church Street, a charming area with a dark history of its own. The stories of the firehouse and haunted restaurants were the perfect end to a night filled with mystery and intrigue. As I made my way back to my hotel, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I had just scratched the surface of Burlington’s haunted history.

This tour was a thrilling adventure into the unknown, a perfect blend of history and mystery that left me wanting more. If you’re ever in Burlington and have a taste for the supernatural, I highly recommend taking this tour. It’s an experience you won’t soon forget.