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Providence Haunted Authors Walking Tour

Explore Providence's haunted past with a walking tour focused on H.P. Lovecraft and other famous authors. Discover their stories and the city's eerie history.

Providence
2 hrs
4.5Rating:
Last updated: August 12, 2025

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Platform Scores

GYG logo
4.68
31 reviews
Viator logo
5.00
2 reviews

Important Information

  • Meeting Point: Prospect Terrace Park, 65 Congdon Street, Providence, RI
  • Suitable for all fitness levels
  • Comfortable shoes recommended
  • Weather-appropriate clothing suggested

Explore the eerie world of Providence's haunted authors on this captivating walking tour. Delve into the life and works of H.P. Lovecraft, one of the 20th century's most significant supernatural horror writers. Wander through his favorite haunts and hear dramatic retellings of his creepiest tales. But Lovecraft isn't the only literary figure to have roamed these streets. Discover the story of Sarah Helen Whitman, a local spiritualist and poet, and her whirlwind romance with Edgar Allan Poe. This tour offers a unique glimpse into Providence's haunted past, making it a must for literature and history enthusiasts alike. Book now to uncover the secrets of these legendary authors.

Pros

  • Uncover dark tales of H.P. Lovecraft and Poe
  • Walk through centuries-old sidewalks
  • Learn about Sarah Helen Whitman, local poet
  • Hear about Whitman and Poe's romance
  • Discover Providence's haunted past

Includes

  • Expert guide
  • Visit Providence Athenaeum
  • Explore Prospect Terrace Park
  • See Lovecraft's and Whitman's homes
  • Visit 135 Benefit Street
  • See 140 Prospect Street

Excludes

  • Meals and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
$30-$35
4.5Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Uncover dark tales of H.P. Lovecraft and Poe
  • Walk through centuries-old sidewalks
  • Learn about Sarah Helen Whitman, local poet
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