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From the archives: September 17, 2004
Do you live near a ghost? Hear strange noises at night? Our brave editors explore the spookiest places in Boston.
On this page:The Top 5, More Boston Favorites.
The Top 5
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Boston Common
Read ReviewsSouth side of Beacon Hill, Boston, MA 02108 (map)
Legend has it that one of the country's oldest public spaces is haunted by the ghosts of hanging victims.
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Salem Wax Museum
Read Reviews288 Derby St, Salem, MA 01970 (map)
The village houses the country's second-oldest graveyard, dotted with the original handmade tombstones that are eerily deteriorating into dust.
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House Of The Seven Gables
Read Reviews54 Turner St, Salem, MA 01970 (map)
Some say they've seen visitors whimper and cry as if transported back in time to when witches were deeply feared.
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Omni Parker House
Read Reviews60 School St, Boston, MA 02108 (map)
Legend has it that this storied hotel's employees have witnessed ghosts in the halls and mysteriously flickering lights.
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Cutler Majestic Theatre
Read Reviews219 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116 (map)
Some say they've seen a former mayor's ghost sitting in the same seat he died in while watching a performance.
More Boston Favorites
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Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage
Read Reviews1246 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138 (map)
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The Fours
Read Reviews166 Canal St, Boston, MA 02114 (map)
One of the North Station area's most popular sports bars offers satisfying bar food and plenty of plasma TVs.
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Tapeo
Read Reviews266 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116 (map)
The Back Bay's top spot for tapas serves up plenty of romantic atmosphere and prime people-watching.
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Sunset Grill & Tap
Read Reviews130 Brighton Ave, Allston, MA 02134 (map)
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